2. Benchmark solution

2.1. Reference quantities and results

The quantities checked at points A (coating side) and B (base metal side) of the defect are as follows:

• The elastic stress intensity factor,

• The plastically corrected stress intensity factor.

The reference results are those from the code CUVE1D test base.

These calculations made with CUVE1D are detailed in the validation note of this software:

« CUVE1D Version 2 - Validation Note » H-T26-2007-00833-EN.

2.2. Uncertainty about the solution

Uncertainties in the reference solution are estimated at \(2\text{\%}\).