Read about the latest crane engineering trends. Dive into the evolving landscape of crane engineering from STS container cranes to custom overhead electric travelling cranes.
The study of crack propagation is called “fracture mechanics”. Fracture mechanics combines analytical methods with experimental research to quantify a crack’s grow potential. Unlike fatigue, fracture mechanics performs a more sophisticated assessment of the existing conditions allowing for a more precise analysis of stress and strain to determine whether operating equipment is fit for its intended service.
There is a trend for ports to push their container cranes harder for longer, which can lead to cracks and other fatigue-related issues, says Richard Phillips, mechanical engineer, Casper, Phillips & Associates Inc. (CP&A).
