Abstract
We investigate a Mode-III finite slit crack partially penetrating two circular inhomogeneities embedded in an unbounded matrix. In order to obtain analytical solutions, it is assumed that the two circular inhomogeneity–matrix interfaces are Apollonius circles with respect to the two crack tips (or equivalently the two crack tips are just mutually image points with respect to each one of the two circular interfaces). Particularly closed-form expressions of the stress intensity factors at the two crack tips are obtained even though only series form solutions to the original boundary value problem can be derived. The loadings considered in this research include: (i) remote uniform anti-plane shearing; (ii) a straight screw dislocation at any position of the three-phase composite system; (iii) a Zener-Stroh crack. The results are verified by comparison with existing solutions. The related problem of a circular hole partially merged in two circular inhomogeneities is also addressed, with closed-form expressions of the stress concentration factors derived.
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