On the Fracture Models Determined by the Continuum-strong Discontinuity Approach

Finite-deformation irreversible cohesive elements for three-dimensional crack-propagation analysis

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Finite element interface models for the delamination analysis of laminated composites: mechanical and computational issues

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The cohesive zone model: advantages, limitations and challenges

M. Elices, Gustavo V. Guinea, F.J. Gómez et al. · Engineering Fracture Mechanics · 2002 · 1.2K citations

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An analysis of strong discontinuities induced by strain-softening in rate-independent inelastic solids

J.C. Simo, J. Oliver, F. Armero · Computational Mechanics · 1993 · 822 citations

Strong Discontinuities, Engineering, Physics +13

Computational modeling of concrete fracture

J.G. Rots · Data Archiving and Networked Services (DANS) · 1988 · 682 citations · Full text

Engineering, Concrete Fracture, Civil Engineering +9