​The conference covers ​all investigations on fracture and fatigue of engineering materials and structures, especially the following items:
TOPICS
​Multi-scale Models and Criteria
nano, micro, meso and macro levels
experimental methods and numerical modeling
multiaxial/mixed mode fracture and fatigue
transferability of models and criteria
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Characterization of Crack/Notch Tip Stress Fields
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experimental technique
numerical modeling
constraint and effect of non-singular terms
mixed mode fracture and fatigue
​Structural Integrity and Engineering Safety​
structural integrity assessment
reliability and risk analysis
non-destructive evaluation of structural components
structural materials ageing
environmental and hydrogen embitterment effect
residual stresses
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Fracture Mechanics and Fatigue in Design and Technology
codes and standards
lifetime extension
application in geomechanics and geotechnology​
NT2F : New Trends
in Fatigue and Fracture Conference ​