A simple but inherent relation between the L-integral and the Bueckner work conjugate integral is deduced for crack problem in isotropic, anisotropic, and dissimilar materials, respectively. It is proved the L-integral, from the mathematical point of view as well as in principle, is arising from the Betti’s reciprocal theorem. [S0021-8936(00)00103-3]

Issue Section:
Brief Notes
Keywords:
eigenvalues and eigenfunctions, crack-edge stress field analysis, oscillations
Topics:
Fracture (Materials), Stress, Displacement, Theorems (Mathematics), Traction, Anisotropy, Eigenfunctions, Oscillations
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