Computational Methods for Fatigue and Fracture

Dear Colleagues,

The development of modern numerical methods has led to significant advances in the field of fatigue and fracture, which are pivotal issues in structural integrity. Because of the permanent tendency to shorten time-to-market periods and the development cost, the use of the finite element method, extended finite element method, peridynamics, or meshless methods, among others, has been a viable alternative to experimental methods. This Special Issue aims to focus on the new trends on computation methods to address fatigue and fracture problems. Examples of innovative and successful industrial applications, as well as nonconventional numerical approaches, are also encouraged. Research and review papers are welcome.

Prof. Dr. Ricardo Branco
Prof. Dr. Filippo Berto
Prof. Dr. Shengchuan Wu
Guest Editors

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