A Review of Historic Studies of Crystal Plasticity and Fracture Toughness

MATERIALS TRANSACTIONS 2026

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Authors: Kenji Higashida, Kenji KANEKO, Satoshi Hata, Masaki Tanaka
DOI: 10.2320/matertrans.mt-h2025001
Cited by: 0
References: 26

Abstract

The mechanical behaviour of materials, including plastic deformation and fracture, is a key issue that is directly related to the strength and safety of mechanical structures. This paper reviews historic research on crack and dislocation theories, focusing on the pioneering contributions of Alan Arnold Griffith, Sir. Geoffrey Ingram Taylor, Keiji Yamaguchi and George Rankine Irwin during the early to mid-20th century. Particular attention is paid to Taylor’s work, highlighting the close relationship between dislocation and crack theories, and their significance in the interdisciplinary field of materials science and solid mechanics.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Microstructure and mechanical properties Fatigue and fracture mechanics History of Science and Medicine

Publication details

Journal / source
MATERIALS TRANSACTIONS
Volume
67
Issue
3
Pages
167–174
Publication date
24 February 2026
Language
EN