The structure and the development degree of a cracking pattern has a key impact on the
durability of cement composites. This literature review focuses on the four most important …

As an inherent characteristic of materials, the fracture toughness is an important parameter
to study the cracking behavior of asphalt concrete mixtures. Although material compositions …

The paper presents the results of the analysis of the thermal cracking patterns and fracture
zone of microsilica-modified cement matrix made of the low-alkali cement. The material was …

Mode II fracture toughness is a crucial intrinsic property of rocks, and accurately measuring
this parameter is a challenge in rock fracture mechanics. Among the various approaches for …

To understand the relationship between the frequency of electromagnetic radiation (EMR)
emitted from loaded coal rock and the micro-crack structures inside it, and assess the stress …

EH690 high-strength steel (HSS) is extensively utilized in marine engineering due to its
exceptional strength. The fatigue crack growth (FCG) behaviors of EH690 HSS welded joints …

The article analyzes cracking patterns on the surface of a cement matrix modified with
polypropylene fibers. Cracks analyzed were caused by the effect of an elevated …

This paper investigates the influence of the multi-wall carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on the
structure of cracking patterns (CPs), which is the main novelty, of cement pastes subjected to …

Exploring the long-term performance of welded details in composite trapezoidal corrugated
web (TCW) girders is a significant focus for the service life of these structures exposed to …

Short fatigue crack growth in engineering alloys is among the most prominent challenges in
mechanics of materials. Owing to its microstructural sensitivity, advanced and …