An English version of a sucessful German book. Both traditional and modern concepts are described.

This book provides a basis for the design and analysis of welded components that are subjected to fluctuating forces, to avoid failure by fatigue. It is also a

This new edition encompasses the latest research and particularly the recent standards. The text will be of value to welding engineers and designers, medium to

Local approaches to fatigue assessment are used to predict the structural durability of welded joints, to optimise their design and to evaluate unforeseen joint