Cornell University

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Nan Xue
Dufresne Group

Title: Cutting-edge fracture: elastomers fail from the edge

In this presentation, I will provide an overview of fracture mechanics, highlighting contemporary challenges and opportunities in the field of soft materials. I will then discuss one example from my research that demonstrates how the three-dimensional propagation of edge cracks can significantly increase the fracture toughness of highly stretchable elastomers.