Stress state dependent cohesive zone model for thin walled structures

A new stress-state dependent cohesive zone model for thin walled structures is proposed. The model incorporates the stress-state explicitly within the traction-separation law using basic elasticity-plasticity equations combined with a model parameter. The numerical implementation of the model is able to reproduce ductile fracture observed in a pre-cracked C(T) specimen as well as a notched plate specimen of the same material. © (2010) Trans Tech Publications, Switzerland.