Options for Fracture Prediction Software

[bellx1]

Not sure which forum is appropriate for this but I'm looking to train myself in the use of fracture failure/growth prediction software. I've done a few of the hand calculation methods but as I was told most people in industry use software methods now. Are there any programs I could look into?

I'm interested in fatigue/crack growth failure of metal components.

Thanks in advance!

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[metengr]

Yes, you have many options. One that I am familar with is from SWRI;

http://www.nasgro.swri.org/

 

[TVP]

Another option is MSC Fatigue:

http://www.mscsoftware.com/Products/CAE-Tools/MSC-Fatigue.aspx

 

[CoryPad]

Ncode is another:

http://www.ncode.com/