SUMMARYBy using the finite element technique, stress intensity factors have been obtained for finite rectangular plates and the results have been given for various hla, Wla and Ll W ratios. By using a three-dimensional isoparametric element, the problem has been considered as a three-dimensional one and the variation of stress intensity factor across the plate thickness has been found to be nonlinear.
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