The design and reliability of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipes can be dictated by the
damage tolerance of their butt-fusion joints. A slow crack growth (SCG) model based on the …

Cardiovascular stenting is a mature topic but it is still being developed in the research
community because of its importance. To provide worthy information about cardiovascular …

Due to the extensive usage in the industry, the structural integrity of hollow cylinders is seen
as a critical goal for stakeholders. Fracture is the most common failure mode for cylinders …

In this paper, finite element analysis software, ANSYS, is used to calculate mode I, mode II
and mode III SIFs for a single semi-elliptical surface crack located on a thick cylinder. Two …

Spherical tanks have an important function in the industry due to the internal pressure of
their contents. Also, the supporting structure of the spherical tank controls stability and …

In this paper, the transient thermal stress intensity factors for circumferential semi-elliptical
crack located on the external surface of the cylinder are determined numerically. The …

From an engineering perspective, hollow cylinders have various applications in the industry
due to their strength, versatility, and geometric properties, making them vital for various …

Fracture in cylinders is one of the most popular types of failure. Owing to the impact of
production processes, nondestructive testing, and severe operational conditions, etc., cracks …