Characterization of Specific Essential Work of Fracture for various Fracture Modes on Thermoplastic Materials

Abstract

This paper aims to provide an integrated overview of the current state for the characterization of fracture Mode I (opening), Mode II (in-plane shear), Mode III (out-of-plane shear), as well as Mixed-Mode based on the essential work of fracture (EWF) concept on neat thermoplastics as well as composite matrices. Methodology: This review paper synthesizes and expands a collection of literature using the same basic methods. Each document that has a same fracture mode is grouped, reviewed, and synthesized.The review generally covers important aspects of testing and related data reduction methods, and the results of EWF research in various different mode-type loading.Results: The character of fracture toughness in ductile material has been widely evaluated using the EWF approach. The use of this method has evolved not only for mode I fractures but also for mode II and mode III fractures. Applications: This can create an understanding of the topic of fracture characterization in various fracture modes based on the EWF concept for ductile material so that the readers can discuss the various findings presented in recent research papers.