Abstract Elongational viscosity data of well-characterized solutions 3–50% weight fraction monodisperse polystyrene PS-820k (molar mass 820,000 g/mol) dissolved in oligomeric styrene OS8.8 8800 as reported by André et al. (Macromolecules 54:2797–2810, 2021) are analyzed the Extended Interchain Pressure (EIP) model including effects finite chain extensibility. Excellent agreement between experim...

This review paper discusses the basic problems related to use of cohesive models simulate initiation and development failure in various types engineering issues. The most commonly used zone (CZMs) are described. Recent achievements field modeling characterized, with particular emphasis on problem mixed mode loading, influence strain rate, stress state triaxiality, fatigue. A separate chapter wo...