Abstract
The computation of crack growth from a bolt or rivet hole in a structural joint practically requires that the geometry be approximated to some degree. In this paper a simplified quasi-2D stress analysis method, using the boundary element method is presented, where the load transfer rate and the contact stresses at the hole edge for the full 3D geometry are fairly well approximated. Coupled with a dual boundary element formulation for the crack propagation problem, this model is used to evaluate stress intensity factors for through cracks emanating from holes in several double shear lap joint configurations. As the calculated stress intensity factors compare well with experimental data, this procedure is considered to approximate satisfactorily the load transfer rate and the contact stresses at the hole edge of the full 3D geometry, when secondary bending is not a factor.
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