Discussion

Discussers’ reports and floor discussions, including the replies by the committees, are included in this Volume 3 discussion paper.

Committee Mandate

Concern for crack initiation and growth under cyclic loading and unstable crack propagation and tearing in the ship and offshore structures. Due attention shall be paid to the suitability and uncertainty of physical models and testing. Consideration is to be given to the practical application, statistical description and fracture control methods in design, fabrication, and service.

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