Fatigue Failure in Test Bars (IMAGE)

University of Pittsburgh

Fatigue Failure in Test Bars

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The supporting structures failed for these four fatigue test bars. The stress buildup in the longer length of the bars created an excessive curling force on the outer edges of the support structures, resulting in fracture.

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Albert To/Swanson School of Engineering

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