Education/Definitions

Fractography

Fractography is the interpretation of visual evidence that is presented by the failed part and/or the failed parts fracture surface.

Brittle Fracture Brittle Fracture
Chevron Marks Chevron Marks
Clamshell / Beach
Marks
Clamshell/Beach Marks

Ductile Fracture

Ductile Fracture


Updated 3/31/10