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FRANC3D Crack Growth Simulations

These videos show some relatively simple crack growth simulations.
If the videos are too slow, download the training slides from the FRANC3D Software page.

Compact Tension with added hole

Compact Tension with lowered added hole

Cylinder surface to through crack

Cylinder surface to through crack - plan view

Spiral bevel gear cracking

Partial crack front extension due to cyclic bending

Multiple cracks along shaft

Spline gear cracking