A omparative Study of the Fatigue Properties of Synro and Borosilicate Glass

Comparative measurements have been made of the dynamic fatigue response of synroc and borosilicate glass specimens in water, using an indentation flaw technique. The results are presented in terms of a universal plotting scheme which allows for simple appraisal of the “lifetime” capabilities of the materials. Synroc is intrinsically stronger than borosilicate glass, but the fatigue susceptibilities are similar.