ABSTRACT
In chapter 6 the two most widely known concepts of Elastic-Plastic Fracture Mechanics, the J integral and Crack Opening Displacement (COD) approaches, were discussed in general terms.
This chapter will deal with test methods for obtaining values of J and CTOD, including critical values JIc and Gtcrit. The chapter may be considered the EPFM counterpart of chapter 5, which discussed LEFM test methods.
