DTE 2027

MS050 - Recent Advances in Computational Fracture Mechanics and Failure Analysis

Organized by: Y. WADA (Kindai University, Japan), H. OKADA (Tokyo University of Science, Japan), T. NAGASHIMA (Sophia University, Japan), S. TANAKA (Kagoshima University, Japan) and K. ARAI (Tokyo University of Science, Japan)
This mini-symposium aims to highlight recent advances in computational methods for fracture mechanics and structural failure analysis. Contributions utilizing state-of-the-art numerical techniques such as FEM, X-FEM, G-FEM, S-FEM, BEM, IGA, Peridynamics, and other emerging approaches are strongly encouraged. In addition, the integration of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) for predictive modeling, surrogate modeling, and model calibration is welcomed. The symposium provides a platform for discussing innovative strategies to model crack initiation, crack propagation, and fracture, as well as structural failure under complex loading and environmental conditions. Applications span a wide spectrum, including aerospace, automotive, naval, nuclear, civil, and mechanical engineering. Both fundamental and applied studies are invited to foster knowledge exchange and promote the development of novel computational frameworks within the mini-symposium.