Cracklike surface instabilities in stressed solids

W. H. Yang, D. J. Srolovitz

Research output: Journal Publications and ReviewsRGC 21 - Publication in refereed journalpeer-review

245 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

The surface of an elastically stressed solid is shown to undergo an instability in which deep, cracklike grooves form by surface diffusion. These grooves sharpen and accelerate as they deepen. The resultant morphology is in excellent agreement with recent experimental observation in several disparate materials systems.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1593-1596
JournalPhysical Review Letters
Volume71
Issue number10
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 6 Sept 1993
Externally publishedYes

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Cracklike surface instabilities in stressed solids'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this