Abstract: In this paper, a higher-order theory is derived for laminates consisting of isotropic layers, on the basis of three-dimensional elasticity with displacements as higher-order functions of z in ...

Abstract: This paper presents an experimental study of fatigue crack initiation and growth in tubular T-joints, simulating the extreme case of those used for offshore platforms. The crack locations and ...

Abstract: This paper presents the results of an experimental investigation of the nondestructive inspection (NDI) of cracks in an intermediate scale tubular T-joint similar to those used in offshore ...