Being able to accurately predict when buildings, bridges, and other structures will "collapse" contributes to a safer and more secure life. In this lecture, we will introduce cutting-edge research in "fracture mechanics," using the modeling of fracture phenomena in metals as an example
Lecture date: Saturday, September 4, 2021
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