Stochastic modeling of crack branching under uncertainties: A degradation branching framework

Key Points

• Crack branching is influenced significantly by uncertainties in material properties and environmental factors, affecting degradation.
• The analysis indicates that uncertainties can lead to unexpected modes of crack propagation and branching under stress.
• Statistical methods were used to develop a stochastic model that describes these branching behaviors across various conditions.
• This finding highlights the importance of incorporating uncertainties into modeling frameworks, potentially enhancing predictive accuracy and reliability.