AFGROW Standard Training Class
AFGROW Standard Training Class - May 4 - May 7, 2026
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Instructors:
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Mr. James A. Harter - (937)438-0300, support@afgrow.net
Mr. Alexander Litvinov - (937)438-0300, al@lextechcentral.com
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Classroom:
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Dayton-Centerville
5161 Cornerstone North Boulevard, Centerville, Ohio, United States 45440
Tel: 1-937-988-0050 Fax: 1-937-988-0051
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Online Hotel Reservations: Special group rate of $149.00 until April 5, 2026.
Date:
May 4 - May 7, 2026
Time: 8 AM to 4:30 PM
Class Size Limitation:This class will be limited to a maximum of 16 students to permit individual attention to each student.
Cost: $1100.00/person until March 31st, $1200.00/person afterwords
Course Description: This training class begins with a practical review of Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics concepts and principles along with some example applications using AFGROW.
The remainder of the class will familiarize students with the design and operation of the AFGROW crack growth life analysis program. The following topics will be addressed: AFGROW graphical user interface, spectrum management, stress intensity models, crack growth rate data, stress state effects, AFGROW preferences, advanced models, and crack initiation. Several example problems are included to gain hands-on experience with AFGROW. The class will also introduce the use of advanced features unique to AFGROW (COM automation, Advanced Multiple Crack Solutions, and Plug-In K-Solutions). We are also including a section on tips and tricks to help users model some practical complex geometries (i.e.: continuing damage scenarios).
Course Outline: (select to view class syllabus)
Registration Deadline: May 3th, 2026
Cancellation Policy: Cancellations before March 31, 2026 will receive a 50% refund or full credit toward a class held in 2026-2027. Cancellations after March 31, 2026 may only receive full credit for a class held in 2026-2027.
