v3.02.322 SSLP322 - Propagation of an X- FEM crack in a 3-point flexure plate with 3 holes

Summary

The purpose of this test is to validate the crack propagation path with \(\text{X-FEM}\) in \(\mathrm{2D}\), in the context of linear elasticity.

This test involves a rectangular plate comprising three holes with an through crack, and subjected to 3-point bending.

A modeling is considered:

• modeling \(A\): mesh method

The values given by the mesh method constitute the reference values (non-regression tests).

• 1. Reference problem
  • 1.1. Geometry
  • 1.2. Material properties
  • 1.3. Boundary conditions and loads
  • 1.4. Benchmark solution
  • 1.5. Bibliographical references
• 2. Modeling A: Meshing method
  • 2.1. Characteristics of the mesh
  • 2.2. Tested sizes and results
  • 2.3. Additional results
• 3. Summary of results