# 3 [36.33] A cracked beam is similar in geometry to that of Problem #1 except that the vertical location of the crack is arbitrary at position y from the centerline. The applied load is uniformly distributed (90) along the free end so as to open the crack. Determine and plot the variation of the strain energy release rate with vertical position for a fixed crack length. Comment on the implications (if any) for the design consequences for arbitrarily located. cracks. a fixed