| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4928623 | Thin-Walled Structures | 2017 | 13 Pages |
Abstract
The collapse mechanics and ultimate strength of crack damaged stiffened plates are investigated by testing stiffened plates with an initial crack. A series of stiffened plates with initial distortions and with a crack are subjected to in-plane compression until achieving their ultimate strength. The crack position, length and the angle between the crack and longitudinal stiffener are changed for determining the influence of the crack on the plate ultimate strength. The ultimate strength and the strain response of the panels are reported. Finally, the ultimate strength reduction related with the presence of the crack and the failure mode are discussed for establishing a damage tolerant procedure for the design of ship structures.
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Authors
Xing Hua Shi, Jing Zhang, C. Guedes Soares,