Abstract
Creep crack growth is a phenomenon which arises in damaged metallic structures under combined primary and secondary loads in the creep regime. The High Temperature Flaw Evaluation Code Committee of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) is evaluating methods in extending Code Case N-934 to capture transient creep crack growth. This paper provides context and basic examples on the selected approach to transient creep crack growth methods based on the C(t)-integral. The basis for selected C(t)-integral solution as analytical method is established, including an overview of its derivation. Practical assessments of a crack growing under creep conditions in a realistic component are conducted to illustrate the analytical approach. Additional considerations in the application of the analytical methods and limitations are discussed.
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