@inproceedings{564af573392e4e8a9cee66d9f92108b4,
title = "Failure analysis of the suspension spring of a light duty truck",
abstract = "In this paper the failure of the rear suspension spring of a light duty truck is analysed in detail. The rear axle suspension system of the truck and its flat spring which is failed by brittle fracture is investigated. Fracture surface, mechanical and chemical properties and microstructure of the spring materials are analysed. Forces acting on the spring are determined and the strength calculations are carried out. The cause of fracture is revealed by analysing the microstructure of the materials and using the results of the strength calculations. Recommendations are given to prevent the similar failures.",
author = "Ery{\"u}rek, \{I. B.\} and M. Ereke and A. G{\"o}ksenli",
year = "2005",
language = "English",
isbn = "9781617820632",
series = "11th International Conference on Fracture 2005, ICF11",
pages = "2276--2281",
booktitle = "11th International Conference on Fracture 2005, ICF11",
note = "11th International Conference on Fracture 2005, ICF11 ; Conference date: 20-03-2005 Through 25-03-2005",
}