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  • Matrix and Finite Element Analyses of Structures

    Springer International Publishing AG Matrix and Finite Element Analyses of Structures

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    Book SynopsisThis textbook has been primarily written for undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students studying the mechanics of solids and structural systems. The content focuses on matrix, finite elements, structural analysis, and computer implementation in a unified and integrated manner. Using classical methods of structural analysis, it discusses matrix and the finite element methods in an easy-to-understand manner. It consists of a large number of diagrams and illustrations for easy understanding of the concepts. All the computer codes are presented in "FORTRAN" AND "C". This textbook is highly useful for the undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students. It also acquaints the practicing engineers about the computer-based techniques used in structural analysis.Table of ContentsBasic Concepts of Structural Analysis.- Energy Principles.- Introduction To The Flexibility and Stiffness Matrix Methods.- Direct Stiffness Method.- Substructure Technique for the Analysis of Structural Systems.- The Flexibility Matrix Method.- Elements of Elasticity.- Introduction to The Finite Element Method.- Finite Element Analysis of Plane Elasticity Problems.- Isoparametric and Other Element Representations and Numerical Integrations.- Finite Element Analysis of Plate Bending Problems.- Finite Element Analysis of Shells.- Semi-Analytical and Spline Finite Strip Method of Analyses of Plate Bending.- Dynamic and Instability Analyses By The Finite Element Method.- The Finite Difference Method For The Analysis Of Beams And Plates.- Adaptive Finite Element Analysis.- Geometrical Non-Linear Finite Element Analysis.- Finite Element Method Of Analysis Of Stiffened Plates.- Selected Topics.

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  • Matrix and Finite Element Analyses of Structures

    Springer International Publishing AG Matrix and Finite Element Analyses of Structures

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    Book SynopsisThis textbook has been primarily written for undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students studying the mechanics of solids and structural systems. The content focuses on matrix, finite elements, structural analysis, and computer implementation in a unified and integrated manner. Using classical methods of structural analysis, it discusses matrix and the finite element methods in an easy-to-understand manner. It consists of a large number of diagrams and illustrations for easy understanding of the concepts. All the computer codes are presented in "FORTRAN" AND "C". This textbook is highly useful for the undergraduate and postgraduate engineering students. It also acquaints the practicing engineers about the computer-based techniques used in structural analysis.Table of ContentsBasic Concepts of Structural Analysis.- Energy Principles.- Introduction To The Flexibility and Stiffness Matrix Methods.- Direct Stiffness Method.- Substructure Technique for the Analysis of Structural Systems.- The Flexibility Matrix Method.- Elements of Elasticity.- Introduction to The Finite Element Method.- Finite Element Analysis of Plane Elasticity Problems.- Isoparametric and Other Element Representations and Numerical Integrations.- Finite Element Analysis of Plate Bending Problems.- Finite Element Analysis of Shells.- Semi-Analytical and Spline Finite Strip Method of Analyses of Plate Bending.- Dynamic and Instability Analyses By The Finite Element Method.- The Finite Difference Method For The Analysis Of Beams And Plates.- Adaptive Finite Element Analysis.- Geometrical Non-Linear Finite Element Analysis.- Finite Element Method Of Analysis Of Stiffened Plates.- Selected Topics.

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  • Advanced Vibrations: Theory and Application

    Springer International Publishing AG Advanced Vibrations: Theory and Application

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    Book SynopsisNow in an updated new edition, this textbook explains mechanical vibrations concepts in detail, concentrating on their practical use. This second edition includes the new chapter Multi-Degree-of-Freedom (MDOF) Time Response, as well as new sections covering superposition, music and vibrations, generalized coordinates and degrees-of-freedom, and first-order systems. Related theorems and formal proofs are provided, as are real-life applications. Students, researchers, and practicing engineers alike will appreciate the user-friendly presentation of a wealth of topics, including practical optimization for designing vibration isolators and transient and harmonic excitations. Advanced Vibrations: Theory and Application is an ideal text for students of engineering, designers, and practicing engineers.Table of ContentsPart 1. Vibration Fundamentals.- 1. Vibration Kinematics.- 2. Vibration Dynamics.- Part 2. Time Response.- 3. One Degree of Freedom.- 4. Multi Degrees of Freedom.- 5. First-Order Systems.- Part 3. Frequency Response.- 6. One Degree of Freedom Systems.- 7. Multi Degrees of Freedom Systems.- 8. Two Degrees of Freedom Systems.

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  • Nonlinear Vibration Reduction: An

    Springer International Publishing AG Nonlinear Vibration Reduction: An

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    Book SynopsisThe tuned mass damper is one of the classic dynamic vibration absorbers with effective devices for energy dissipation and vibration reduction. The electromagnetically tuned mass damper system is extensively used for vibration reduction in engineering. A better understanding of the nonlinear dynamics of the electromagnetically tuned mass damper system is very important to optimize the parameters of such systems for vibration reduction. However, until now, one cannot fully understand complex periodic motions in such a nonlinear, electromagnetically tuned mass damper system. In this book, the semi-analytical solutions of periodic motions are presented through period-1, period-3, period-9, and period-12 motions. The corresponding stability and bifurcations of periodic motions are determined. The frequency-amplitude characteristics for bifurcation routes of such higher-order periodic motions are presented. This book helps people better understand the dynamical behaviors of an electromagnetically tuned mass damper system for the new development and design of vibration reduction and energy harvesting systems.Table of ContentsPreface.Introduction.Chapter 1 - Semi-Analytical Method.Chapter 2 - Discretization. Chapter 3 - Period 1 motion to chaos.Chapter 4 - Independent period 3 motions.Chapter 5 - Independent period 12 motions.References

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  • Mechanics of High-Contrast Elastic Solids:

    Springer International Publishing AG Mechanics of High-Contrast Elastic Solids:

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    Book SynopsisThis book contains the most recent results in the area of strongly inhomogeneous composite structures, including layered materials as well as continua with microstructure. This collection of papers mainly arises from the Euromech Colloquium No. 626 on “Mechanics of High-Contrast Elastic Composites”. Focus is set on the peculiar mechanical behaviour caused by adjoining widely different structural elements (high contrast) in terms of material and/or geometrical properties.Table of Contents1. Adjustment of Micro-Structure Parameters of Aggregated Structures for Dynamic Modeling of Silica Aerogels.- 2. 3D dynamic problems for three-layered shells with delamination between the layers.- 3. On some methods analyzing reinforced materials and structures.- 4. High-contrast multi-layered plates. Statics, Dynamics and Buckling.- 5. Universal representation of dynamic frequency spectra for canonical generalised quasicrystalline-generated waveguides.

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  • Sixty Shades of Generalized Continua: Dedicated

    Springer International Publishing AG Sixty Shades of Generalized Continua: Dedicated

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    Book SynopsisIn this book, well-known scientists discuss modern aspects of generalized continua, in order to better understand modern materials and advanced structures. They possess complicated internal structure, and it requires the development of new approaches to model such structures and new effects caused by it. This book combines fundamental contributions in honor of Victor Eremeyev and his 60th birthday.Table of Contents1 Effects of 3-D Printing Infill Density Parameter on the Mechanical Properties of PLA Polymer Reza Afshar, Simon Jeanne, and Bilen Emek Abali1.1 Introduction 1.2 Additive Manufacturing 1.3 Materials and Methods 1.3.1 Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 1.3.2 Unidirectional Tensile Tests 1.3.3 Digital Image Correlation Method 1.4 Results and Discussions 1.5 Conclusions References 2 Advance Approximate Analytical Solutions of the Contact Problem for an Inhomogeneous Layer Sergei M. Aizikovich, Polina A. Lapina, and Sergei S. Volkov2.1 Introduction 2.2 Statement of the Problem of a Shear of the Surface of an Inhomogeneous Layer 2.3 Integral Equations of Contact Problems 2.4 Numerical Analysis 2.5 Closure References 3 The Direct Approach for Plates Considering Hygrothermal Loading and Residual Kinetics Marcus Aßmus, Zia Javanbakht, and Holm Altenbach3.1 Introduction 3.2 Frame of Reference 3.3 Thermal Effects and Hygroscopic Impact 3.4 Residual Kinetics 3.5 Conclusion References 4 A Technique for Determining True Deformation Diagrams Under Dynamic Tension Using DIC Artem V. Basalin, Anatoly M. Bragov, Aleksandr Yu. Konstantinov,and Andrey R. Filippov4.1 Introduction 4.2 Pneumatic Dynamic Installation for Testing Materials at a Deformation Rate of the Order of 10-100 s−1 4.2.1 Installation Scheme 4.2.2 Methods of Obtaining and Processing Information in the Experiment 4.3 Test Results of Sheet (3 mm) Steel 09G2S in a Wide Range of Strain Rates 4.4 Conclusion References 5 Strain Gradient Elasticity and Dual Internal Variables Arkadi Berezovski5.1 Introduction 5.2 Dual Internal Variables 5.2.1 Evolution Equations 5.2.2 Quadratic Free Energy 5.3 Concluding Remarks References 6 On the Coercivity of Strain Energy Functions in Generalized Models of 6-Parameter Shells Mircea Bîrsan and Patrizio Neff6.1 Introduction 6.2 General 6-Parameter Elastic Shells. Governing Equations 6.3 The Order ℎ3 Model of 6-Parameter Shells made of Cosserat Material 6.3.1 Coercivity Results for the Model of Order ����(ℎ3) 6.3.2 Existence of Minimizers 6.4 The Higher Order Model of Cosserat 6-Parameter Shells References 7 Solving the Equations of Nonlinear Model of Crystalline Media with Complex Lattice and Some Structures of Plane Deformation Anatolii N. Bulygin and Yuri V. Pavlov7.1 Introduction 7.2 Nonlinear Model of Deformation of Crystal Media 7.3 General Solution of Dynamic Equations of Plane Deformation of the Nonlinear Model 7.4 Solving the Micro-Field Equations 7.5 Conclusion References 8 Modal Analysis of a Second-Gradient Annular Plate made of an Orthogonal Network of Logarithmic Spiral Fibers Alessandro Ciallella, Francesco D’Annibale, Francesco dell’Isola,Dionisio Del Vescovo, and Ivan Giorgio8.1 Introduction 8.2 The Model for a Fiber Net Arranged in Logarithmic Spirals 8.3 Modal Analysis 8.4 Conclusions and Future Perspectives References 9 Non-Linear Simplest Reduced Kelvin’s Medium in the Vicinity of the Spherical Stress State: Waves and Instabilities Mikhail A. Drepin and Elena F. Grekova9.1 Introduction and Notation9.2 Basic Equations for the Isotropic Elastic Reduced Kelvin’s Medium in the Vicinity of a Preliminary Stress State 9.2.1 Dynamic Laws of a Nonlinear Reduced Kelvin Medium 9.2.2 Constitutive Relations for a Nonlinear Reduced Kelvin Medium9.2.3 The Simplest Nonlinear Reduced Kelvin Medium. Strain Energy9.2.4 Medium in the Vicinity of a Homogeneous Nonlinear Spherical Deformation State 9.3 Dispersion Relations of the Simplest Elastic Reduced Kelvin Medium in the Vicinity of Preliminary Spherical Strain State for Special Directions of Perturbation Propagation. Waves and Stability9.3.1 Harmonic Waves 9.3.2 Propagation of Harmonic Waves Along the Body Point Axis (ˆ������������ = ±������������0) 9.3.3 Propagation of Harmonic Waves in the Direction Orthogonal to the Body Point Axis (ˆ������������⊥������������0) 9.4 Conclusion References 10 On the Spectrum of Relaxation Times of Coupled Diffusion and Rheological Processes in Media with Microstructure Dmitrii S. Dudin and Ilya E. Keller10.1 Introduction 10.2 Deformations 10.3 Balance Equations 10.4 The Helmholtz Free Energy 10.5 Thermodynamic Inequality 10.6 Constitutive Equations 10.7 Model Problem and its Equations 10.8 Diffusion Coefficients in Coupled System 10.9 Conclusion References 11 Representative Volume Element Size and Length Scale Identification in Generalised Magneto-Elasticity Sinan Eraslan, Inna M. Gitman, Mingxiu Xu, Harm Askes, and René de Borst11.1 Introduction 11.2 Formulation 11.2.1 Homogenisation and Macroscopic Characteristic Length Scale Parameters11.2.2 Determination of RVE Sizes and Identification of Characteristic Length Scale Parameters 11.3 Numerical Results and Discussion11.4 Conclusions References 12 Rayleigh Waves in the Cosserat Half-Space (Reduced Model) and Half-Space of Damaged Material Vladimir Erofeev, Artem Antonov, Anna Leonteva, and Alexey Malkhanov12.1 Introduction 12.2 Rayleigh Waves in the Cosserat Half-space (Reduced Model) 12.3 Rayleigh Waves in the Half-space of Damaged Material 12.4 Conclusion References 13 Validation of a Hemi-Variational Block-Based Approach to the Modelling of Common In-plane Failures in Masonry Structures José Manuel Torres Espino, Jaime Heman Espinoza Sandoval, Chuong Anthony Tran, Roberto Fedele, Emilio Turco, Francesco dell’Isola, LucaPlacidi, Anil Misra, Francisco James León Trujillo, and Emilio Barchiesi13.1 Introduction 13.2 Mathematical Formulation 13.2.1 Vertex Springs and Stiffnesses 13.2.2 Deformation Energy and Impenetrability Potential 13.2.3 Damage Laws 13.2.4 Principle of Minimum Potential Energy 13.2.5 Numerical Model 13.2.6 Stiffness Matrix13.2.7 Algorithm 13.3 Results 13.3.1 Comparative Result 13.3.2 Influence of Mortar Thickness on Masonry Performance 13.3.3 Bending and Shear Sliding 13.3.4 Rocking 13.4 Conclusions and Future Challenges References 14 Size Effects in Cosserat Crystal Plasticity Samuel Forest and Flavien Ghiglione14.1 Introduction 14.2 Problem Setting 14.2.1 Field Equations 14.2.2 Constitutive Equations14.2.3 Studied Boundary Value Problem 14.3 Cosserat Elastoplasticity Based on a Quadratic Potential14.3.1 Simple Glide in Isotropic Elasticity 14.3.2 Crystal Plasticity Based on the Full Stress Tensor 14.3.3 Schmid Law Limited to the Symmetric Part of the Stress Tensor 14.3.4 Comparison with the Curl ���� ���� Model 14.4 Rank One Energy Potential 14.4.1 Elasticity Solution14.4.2 Crystal Plasticity 14.4.3 Comparison with the Curl ���� ���� Model14.5 Combined Potential 14.6 Application to Grain Boundary Behaviour 14.6.1 Cosserat-Phase Field Model of Grain Boundaries 14.6.2 Analytical Solution of a Single Flat Grain Boundary 14.6.3 Grain Boundary Energy References 15. On the Influence of Poisson’s Ratio on Phase Transformations Limiting Surfaces Alexander B. Freidin and Leah L. Sharipova15.1 Introduction15.2 Phase Equilibrium and Phase Transition Zones for Phases with Positive and Negative Poisson’s Ratios15.3 Optimal Laminates and Phase Transformations Limiting Surfaces15.4 Results 15.5 Conclusions References 16. Application of Nonlocal Fick’s Law Within Micropolar Approach Ksenia Frolova, Nikolay Bessonov, and Elena Vilchevskaya16.1 Introduction 16.2 Diffusion in Media Modeled by Micropolar Continuum 16.3 Axially Symmetric Problem 16.4 Results and Discussion 16.5 Conclusions Appendix. Some Remarks on Numerical Approximation References 17 Geometrically Nonlinear Cosserat Elasticity with Chiral Effects Based upon Granular Micromechanics Ivan Giorgio, Anil Misra, and Luca Placidi17.1 Introduction 17.2 Discrete and Continuous Models for Granular Systems 17.2.1 Identification via Piola’s Ansatz 17.2.2 Relative Intergranular Displacement and Related Continuum Deformation Measures 17.2.3 On the Objective (Macro and Micro-macro)Displacement Vectors 17.2.4 On the Objective Tensor 17.2.5 The Objective Scalar Deformation Measures17.3 Elastic Energy Function 17.4 Identification of the Undamaged Isotropic Case 17.4.1 Characterization of the Undamaged Isotropic Case 17.4.2 Macroscopic Isotropic Stiffness Matrices 17.4.3 Identification of the Macroscopic Isotropic Stiffness Matrices 17.5 Conclusion References 18 Study of the Dynamic Properties of Reinforced Concrete Under High-Speed Compression Mikhail E. Gonov, Vladimir V. Balandin, Anatoly M. Bragov,and Aleksandr Yu. Konstantinov18.1 Introduction 18.2 Test Method 18.3 Characteristics of the Tested Materials 18.4 Results of Dynamic Tests for Uniaxial Compression 18.5 Conclusion References19 Multistability of Convective Flows in a Porous Enclosure Vasily Govorukhin, Mezhlum Sumbatyan, and Vyacheslav Tsybulin19.1 Introduction 19.2 Mathematical Formulation of the Problem19.3 Numerical Methods and Extreme Multistability 19.3.1 Spectral Global Galerkin Method 19.3.2 Cosymmetry Preserving Finite-Difference Approximations19.3.3 Continuation on the Hidden Parameter Method 19.4 Multistability References 20 Hydrogen Transport in Framework of Linear Non-Equilibrium Thermodynamics Approach Polina M. Grigoreva and Vladimir A. Polyanskiy20.1 Introduction 20.2 Problem Statement and Governing Equations 20.3 Plane Boundary Value Problem 20.4 ConclusionReferences 21 Classical and Non-Classical Models of Changes in the Young Modulus of Geomaterials Under Alternating Loads Mikhail A. Guzev, Evgenii P. Riabokon, Mikhail S. Turbakov,Vladimir V. Poplygin, Evgenii V. Kozhevnikov, and Evgenii A. Gladkikh21.1 Introduction 21.2 Experimental Studies 21.3 Classical Model of Changes in the Young Modulus Under an Alternating Load 21.4 Non-classical Model of Change in the Young Modulus Under the Alternating Load 21.4.1 Formulation of the Non-classical Model 21.4.2 Building the Solution 21.5 Conclusion References22 Two Approaches to Modeling Viscoelastic Cosserat Continua Elena A. Ivanova22.1 Introduction 22.2 Kinematics and Balance Equations 22.3 Differential Equations Relating the Strain Tensors to the Velocity Vector and the Angular Velocity Vector 22.4 The Reduced Energy Balance Equation and the Heat Conduction Equation: Zhilin’s Method 22.5 Integral Equations Relating the Strain Tensors to the Velocity Vector and the Angular Velocity Vector 22.6 Source Terms in the Strain Balance Equations22.7 The Reduced Energy Balance Equation and the Heat Conduction Equation: A new Method 22.8 A Comparison of two Approaches 22.9 Discussion References 23 Porous Media Models Based on Generalized State Equations with Simple Examples Anna Knyazeva and Nelli Nazarenko23.1 Introduction 23.2 Definitions and General Relationships 23.3 Thermodynamical Relations 23.4 Examples of Particular Problems 23.4.1 Compressible Nonviscous Gas 23.4.2 Compressible Fluid with Bulk Viscosity 23.4.3 Non-ideal Gas Under Non-isothermal Conditions 23.4.4 Binary Non-viscous Imperfect Mixture 23.4.5 Diffusion and Filtration in Media with Double Porosity 23.4.6 Viscous Two-component Fluid in Media with DoublePorosity23.4.7 Nonviscous Two-component Fluid in Porous media with Nano- and Micro-pores 23.5 Conclusion References 24 Ball Indentation of Perforated Circular Hyperelastic Membranes Alexey M. Kolesnikov24.1 Introduction 24.2 Mathematical Model 24.2.1 Axisymmetric Problem of Non-linear Elastic Membranes 24.2.2 Ball Indentation of Perforated Circular Hyperelastic Membranes 24.3 Numerical Results 24.4 Conclusions References25 Integrated Asymptotic Approach to the Structural Mechanics Models Alexander G. Kolpakov and Sergey I. Rakin25.1 Motivation of the Research 25.2 Modern State of Structural Mechanics 25.2.1 Deformation of the “Main” Part of Frame 25.2.2 Deformation of Connecting Units of Frame 25.2.3 “Infinite Rigidity” of Connecting Units 25.2.4 Structural Mechanics Achievements and Limitations 25.3 Integrated Approach to the Computation of Thin-walled Structures 25.3.1 Displacements in the “Main” Part of the Beams 25.3.2 “Rigid” Displacements of the Connecting Unit 25.3.3 Conjugation of the Displacements in the Main Part of a Beam with the “Rigid Body” Displacements of the Connecting Unit 25.3.4 Assembling the Single-beam Domain Functions into the Function in 2-D Frame 25.3.5 Supplement of the Functions (25.5) with the Local Perturbations 25.4 Local Stress-strain State in the Connecting Units 25.5 Representative Fragment of Joint 25.6 Integrated Procedure for Computation of Framework 25.7 Actual Problems 25.8 Conclusions References 26 The Homogenized Delamination Criterion for Fiber-reinforced Plate Alexander G. Kolpakov, Sergey I. Rakin, and Igor V. Andrianov26.1 Introduction 26.2 Boundary Layer 26.3 Numerical Computation Results 26.3.1 Extension Along ��������- or ��������-axis 26.3.2 Shift in ��������2����3-plane 26.4 The Asymptotic Homogenized Strength Criterion of the Interface Zone 26.5 Constructing the Delaminating Strength Criterion26.6 Conclusions References 27 Lightly Loaded Hydrodynamic Thrust Bearing Lubricated by a Non-Newtonian Fluid Ilya I. Kudish, Sergei S. Volkov, and Andrey S. Vasiliev27.1 Introduction 27.2 Formulation of the Lubrication Problem 27.3 Asymptotic Analysis of the Rheological and Motion Equations 27.4 Examples of Some Specific Lubrication Problem Solutions and Discussion 27.5 Closure References 28 The Idea of Using Adhesive Bonds in Shaping of Cold-formed Thin-walled Beam-columnsMarcin Kujawa, Antonio Cazzani, Lukasz Smakosz, ViolettaKonopińska-Zmysłowska, Karol Winkelmann, Faizullah Jan, andCzesław Szymczak28.1 Introduction 28.2 State of the Art28.2.1 Static, Dynamics, and Stability Analysis of Thin-walled Members 28.2.2 Influence of Imperfections 28.2.3 Failure Analysis with Attention to Creep in Adhesive Bonded Metal Members/Structures 28.3 The Rationale for Addressing the Research Problem 28.4 Conclusions References 29 Dissipative Mechano-Electro-Magnetism Simulations in Electronic Components Yiming Liu, Wolfgang H. Müller, and Bilen Emek Abali29.1 Introduction29.2 Governing Equations 29.3 Constitutive Equations 29.4 Generating Weak Forms 29.5 Implementation and Results 29.6 Conclusion References 30 On Possible Reduction of Gradient Theories of Elasticity Sergey A. Lurie, Petr A. Belov, and Yury O. Solyaev30.1 Introduction30.2 Variational Formulation of Gradient Theories 30.3 Structure of Sixth Rank Tensors 30.4 Special Structure of Gradient Part of Potential Energy. Hypothesis on Absence of Divergent Terms30.5 Features of Variational Formulation of Vector-Type Gradient Models 30.6 System of Governing Equilibrium Equations 30.7 On Uniqueness of Reduced Vector-Type Models 30.8 Conclusions References 31 Dynamics of a Rectangular Rigid Body on a Movable Base Vladimir S. Metrikin, Leonid A. Igumnov, and Elena I. Komarova31.1 Introduction 31.2 Mathematical Model31.3 Construction of a Point Mapping of the Poincaré Surface 31.3.1 The Coordinates of the Fixed Point Corresponding to the Symmetrical Periodic Motion. Sustainability 31.3.2 Equations for Determining the Coordinates of a Fixed Point Corresponding to Asymmetric Periodic Motions.Sustainability 31.4 Numerical Results for ¥����(����) = ����sin(��������) 31.5 Numerical Results 31.6 Conclusion References 32 Asymptotically Correct Analytical Model for Flexural Response of a Two-Layer Strip with Contrast Elastic Constants Gennadi Mikhasev and Nguyen Le32.1 Introduction 32.2 Statement of the Problem 32.3 Bernoulli-Euler Type Model for Strip Consisting of Layers with Close Material Constants 32.4 Timoshenko-Reissner Type Model for Strip Consisting of Layers with High-Contrast Elastic Properties 32.4.1 Leading Approximation 32.4.2 First-Order Approximation 32.4.3 One-Dimensional Governing Equation32.5 Free Vibrations 32.6 ConclusionsReferences 33 On Analytical Modeling of Tension-Assisted Winding of Flexible Sheets Aleksandr Morozov, Wilhelm Rickert, and Sergei Shubin33.1 Introduction 33.2 General Assumptions for the Winding Problem 33.3 Winding the First Layer 33.4 Winding the Subsequent Layers 33.5 Conclusions References 34 On Using Rotations as Primary Variables in the Nonlinear Theory of Thin Elastic Shells Wojciech Pietraszkiewicz34.1 Introduction 34.2 Geometry and Deformation of the Reference Surface 34.3 Equilibrium Conditions 34.4 Boundary Value Problem with Independent Rotations 34.5 Constitutive Equations of Rubber-Like Shells References 35 Continuum Description of Extended Mass-in-Mass Metamaterial Models Alexey V. Porubov35.1 Introduction 35.2 Classic Mass-in-Mass Chain 35.3 Chain with Extra Attached Masses35.4 Chain with Extra Internal Attached Masses 35.5 Attached Masses Through one Element of the Main Chain 35.6 Conclusions References 36 Multi-Element Metamaterial’s Design Through the Relaxed Micromorphic Model Leonardo A. Perez Ramirez, Gianluca Rizzi, and Angela Madeo36.1 Introduction 36.2 The Relaxed Micromorphic Model: Constitutive laws,Equilibrium Equations, and Boundary Conditions 36.2.1 Equilibrium Equations 36.2.2 Boundary and Interface Conditions 36.2.3 Numerical Results 36.3 Parametric Study on the Thickness of a Shielding Device: Capability Limit for the Relaxed Micromorphic Model 36.4 Design of a Double Shield Device 36.5 Multiple-Shields Optimization 36.6 Conclusions References37 On Magnetically Induced Motion of Micropolar FerrofluidsWilhelm Rickert, Margarita Dementeva, Gregor Ganzosch, Elena N.Vilchevskaya, and Wolfgang H. Müller37.1 Introduction 37.2 A Flow Problem Coupled to Electromagnetism 37.3 Simplifications and Normalization 37.4 Electromagnetic Force Density 37.5 Initial Values, Boundary Conditions and Implementation 37.6 Results 37.6.1 Slip 37.6.2 No Slip 37.6.3 Homogeneous Magnetic Field 37.7 Summary References 38 Manufacturing Quality Evaluation of Photopolymer Resin 3D-Printed Scaffolds Using Microtomography Evgeniy V. Sadyrin, Andrey L. Nikolaev, Sergei V. Chapek, Dmitry V.Nazarenko, Sergei M. Aizikovich, and Yun-Che Wang38.1 Introduction 38.2 Materials and Methods 38.3 Results and Discussion 38.4 Conclusion References 39 Comparison of Homogenization Techniques in Strain Gradient Elasticity for Determining Material Parameters Bekir Cagri Sarar, M. Erden Yildizdag, and Bilen Emek Abali39.1 Introduction 39.2 Determining Strain Gradient Parameters 39.3 Microscale Structure 39.4 Results and Discussion 39.5 Conclusion References 40 Buckling of Rectangular Micropolar Plate with Prestressed Coatings Denis N. Sheydakov40.1 Introduction 40.2 Micropolar Plate with Prestressed Coatings40.3 Equations of Neutral Equilibrium 40.4 Micropolar Plate with Identical Coatings 40.5 Conclusion References 41 A Cosserat Model for Fiber-Reinforced Elastic Plates David J. Steigmann, Mircea Bîrsan, and Milad Shirani41.1 Introduction 41.2 The Three-Dimensional Cosserat Model for Fiber-Reinforced Elastic Solids 41.2.1 Kinematical Variables and Strain Measures in Cosserat Elasticity 41.2.2 Fiber-Reinforced Materials 41.2.3 Equilibrium and Constitutive Equations 41.3 Plate Theory for Fiber-Reinforced Laminae41.4 Specific Constitutive Assumptions 41.4.1 Coercivity 41.4.2 Minimum Property Appendix References 42 On the Structure of Solutions in the Vicinity of Discontinuity of Boundary Conditions for Gradient ModelsAlexander O. Vatulyan, Sergey A. Nesterov, Victor O. Yurov, and OksanaV. Yavruyan42.1 Introduction 42.2 Constitutive Relations of the Gradient Theory of Elasticity and Electroelasticity 42.3 Problem for a Strip with Delamination 42.4 Problem for an Electroelastic Strip with a Surface Electrode42.5 Conclusion References 43 A Damaged Medium Model for Assessing Life Characteristics of Polycrystalline Structural Alloys with Joint Mechanical Fatigue and Long-Term Strength of Material Ivan A. Volkov, Leonid A. Igumnov, Aleksandr A. Belov, and Andrey I.Volkov43.1 Introduction43.2 Constitutive Relations of the Mathematical Model of Mechanics of Damaged Medium 43.2.1 Constitutive Relations of Thermoviscoplasticity 43.2.2 Evolutionary Equations for Damage Accumulation43.3 Numerical Results 43.4 ConclusionReferences44 Bandgap Properties of a Class of Chiral and Achiral Metamaterials Yun-Che Wang, Tse-Chun Liao, Kai-Wen Tan, and Sergey M. Aizikovich44.1 Introduction 44.2 Theoretical Considerations 44.3 Numerical Considerations 44.4 Results and Discussion 44.5 Conclusions References45 Large Strains of a Spherical Shell with Distributed Dislocations and Disclinations Leonid M. Zubov and Mikhail I. Karyakin45.1 Introduction 45.2 The Model of a Nonlinear Elastic Micropolar Shell 45.3 Continuously Distributed Dislocations in an Elastic MicropolarShell 45.4 Transformation of Incompatibility Equations and EquilibriumEquations 45.5 Equilibrium of a Closed Spherical Shell with DistributedDislocations and Disclinations 45.6 Numerical Results 45.7 Conclusions References

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  • Introduction to Elastic Wave Propagation

    Springer International Publishing AG Introduction to Elastic Wave Propagation

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    Book SynopsisThis revised and updated edition expands on its explanations of methods used to analyze waves in solid materials, such as the waves created by earthquakes and the ultrasonic waves used to detect flaws in materials and for medical diagnoses. In addition to the traditional methods used to analyze steady-state and transient waves in elastic materials, the book contains introductions to advanced areas that no other single text covers. These topics include the use of finite elements to solve wave problems, the Cagniard-de Hoop method, the four-pole technique for analyzing waves in layered media, and the growth and decay of shock and acceleration waves. The authors explain the theory of linear elasticity through the displacement equations of motion, methods used to analyze steady-state and transient waves in layered media, and include an appendix on functions of a complex variable. Originally developed for a graduate course for which no suitable text existed, the new edition retains its classroom-tested treatment of the theories of linear elasticity and complex variables for students needing background in those subjects. Table of ContentsChapter 1 Linear Elasticity.- Chapter 2 One-Dimensional Waves.- Chapter 3 Steady-State Waves.- Chapter 4 Transient Waves.- Chapter 5 Nonlinear Wave Propagation.

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  • Springer Constitutive Modelling of Solid Continua

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    Book SynopsisBasic elements of continuum mechanics.- Constitutive theory of nonlinear elasticity.- Thermomechanics.- Viscoelastic solids.- A primer on plasticity.- Nonlinear constitutive modeling of electroelastic solids.- Nonlinear constitutive modeling of magnetoelastic solids.- A review of implicit constitutive theories to describe the response of elastic bodies.- Waves and material properties.- Continuum damage mechanics modelling and simulation.- Theories of growth.- Natural configurations.- Gradient elasticity/nonlocal elasticity.- Finite-strain homogenization models for anisotropic dielectric elastomer composites.- Multiscale homogenization for linear mechanics.- Porosity and diffusion in biological tissues Recent Advances and Further Perspectives.- Constitutive models of biological tissues.

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  • Mechanics of Deformable Solids An Introduction

    Springer Mechanics of Deformable Solids An Introduction

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    Book SynopsisMathematical Preliminaries.- Statics.- The Axial Bar.- Motion, Deformation, and Strain.- Force and Stress.- Constitutive Models.- Beam Theory.- Linear Theory of Beams.- Properties of Cross Sections.- A Computational Approach to Beams.- Torsion.- Strength and Stability.

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  • Springer Tensor Algebra and Tensor Analysis for Engineers

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    Book SynopsisVectors and Tensors in a Finite-Dimensional Space.- Vector and Tensor Analysis in Euclidean Space.- Curves and Surfaces in Three-Dimensional EuclideanSpace.- Eigenvalue Problem and Spectral Decomposition of Second-Order Tensors.- Fourth-Order Tensors.

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  • Spintronics

    De Gruyter Spintronics

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  • Vehicle Dynamics: Theory and Application

    Springer International Publishing AG Vehicle Dynamics: Theory and Application

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    Book SynopsisThis intermediate textbook is appropriate for students in vehicle dynamics courses, in their last year of undergraduate study or their first year of graduate study. It is also appropriate for mechanical engineers, automotive engineers, and researchers in the area of vehicle dynamics for continuing education or as a reference. It addresses fundamental and advanced topics, and a basic knowledge of kinematics and dynamics, as well as numerical methods, is expected.The contents are kept at a theoretical-practical level, with a strong emphasis on application. This third edition has been reduced by 25%, to allow for coverage over one semester, as opposed to the previous edition that needed two semesters for coverage. The textbook is composed of four parts: Vehicle Motion: covers tire dynamics, forward vehicle dynamics, and driveline dynamics Vehicle Kinematics: covers applied kinematics, applied mechanisms, steering dynamics, and suspension mechanisms Vehicle Dynamics: covers applied dynamics, vehicle planar dynamics, and vehicle roll dynamics Vehicle Vibration: covers applied vibrations, vehicle vibrations, and suspension optimization Vehicle dynamics concepts are covered in detail, with a concentration on their practical uses. Also provided are related theorems and formal proofs, along with case examples. Readers appreciate the user-friendly presentation of the science and engineering of the mechanical aspects of vehicles, and learn how to analyze and optimize vehicles’ handling and ride dynamics.Trade ReviewSelected by Choice magazine as an Outstanding Academic Title for 2017“This work remains one of the best organized and pedagogically sound treatments of the dynamics of vehicles available. It is well suited for a course in vehicle dynamics for upper-level undergraduate and graduate students in mechanical engineering. Summing Up: Essential. Upper-division undergraduates and above.” (A. M. Strauss, Choice, Vol. 55 (4), December, 2017)Table of ContentsTire Dynamics.- Forward Vehicle Dynamics.- Driveline Dynamics.- Applied Kinematics.- Applied Mechanisms.- Steering Dynamics.- Suspension Mechanisms.- Applied Dynamics.- Vehicle Planar Dynamics.- Vehicle Roll Dynamics.- Applied Vibrations.- Vehicle Vibrations.- Suspension Optimization.

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  • Discrete-time Sliding Mode Control: A Multirate Output Feedback Approach

    Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Discrete-time Sliding Mode Control: A Multirate Output Feedback Approach

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    Book SynopsisSliding mode control is a simple and yet robust control technique, where the system states are made to confine to a selected subset. With the increasing use of computers and discrete-time samplers in controller implementation in the recent past, discrete-time systems and computer based control have become important topics. This monograph presents an output feedback sliding mode control philosophy which can be applied to almost all controllable and observable systems, while at the same time being simple enough as not to tax the computer too much. It is shown that the solution can be found in the synergy of the multirate output sampling concept and the concept of discrete-time sliding mode control.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- Switching Function bases Multirate Output Feedback Sliding Mode Control.- Multirate Output Feedback based Discrete-time Sliding Mode in LTI systems with Uncertainty.- Multirate Output Feedback based Discrete-time Quasi-Sliding Mode Control of Time-Delay Systems.- Multirate Output Feedback Sliding Mode for Special Classes of Systems.- Discrete-time Terminal Sliding Mode: Concept.- Applications of Multirate Output Feedback Discrete-time Sliding Mode Control.

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  • Towards a Unified Fatigue Life Prediction Method

    Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Towards a Unified Fatigue Life Prediction Method

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    Book SynopsisIn order to apply the damage tolerance design philosophy to design marine structures, accurate prediction of fatigue crack growth under service conditions is required. Now, more and more people have realized that only a fatigue life prediction method based on fatigue crack propagation (FCP) theory has the potential to explain various fatigue phenomena observed. In this book, the issues leading towards the development of a unified fatigue life prediction (UFLP) method based on FCP theory are addressed. Based on the philosophy of the UFLP method, the current inconsistency between fatigue design and inspection of marine structures could be resolved.This book presents the state-of-the-art and recent advances, including those by the authors, in fatigue studies. It is designed to lead the future directions and to provide a useful tool in many practical applications. It is intended to address to engineers, naval architects, research staff, professionals and graduates engaged in fatigue prevention design and survey of marine structures, in fatigue studies of materials and structures, in experimental laboratory research, in planning the repair and maintenance of existing structures, and in rule development. The book is also an effective educational aid in naval architecture, marine, civil and mechanical engineering.Prof. Weicheng Cui is the Dean of Hadal Science and Technology Research Center of Shanghai Ocean University, China. Dr. Xiaoping Huang is an associate professor of School of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Civil Engineering of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. Dr. Fang Wang is an associate professor of Hadal Science and Technology Research Center of Shanghai Ocean University, China.Table of ContentsCurrent understanding of fatigue mechanisms of metals.- Description of fatigue loading.- General procedure for a unified fatigue life prediction (UFLP) method for marine structures.- Technical problems to be resolved for developing a UFLP.- Some applications & demonstrations of UFLP.- Code development based on UFLP for marine structures.

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  • Engineering Mechanics 3: Dynamics

    Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Engineering Mechanics 3: Dynamics

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    Book SynopsisDynamics is the third volume of a three-volume textbook on Engineering Mechanics. It was written with the intention of presenting to engineering students the basic concepts and principles of mechanics in as simple a form as the subject allows. A second objective of this book is to guide the students in their efforts to solve problems in mechanics in a systematic manner. The simple approach to the theory of mechanics allows for the different educational backgrounds of the students. Another aim of this book is to provide engineering students as well as practising engineers with a basis to help them bridge the gaps between undergraduate studies, advanced courses on mechanics and practical engineering problems. The book contains numerous examples and their solutions. Emphasis is placed upon student participation in solving the problems. The contents of the book correspond to the topics normally covered in courses on basic engineering mechanics at universities and colleges. Volume 1 deals with Statics; Volume 2 contains Mechanics of Materials.Table of ContentsMotion of a Point Mass.- Dynamics of Systems of Point Masses.- Dynamics of Rigid Bodies.- Principles of Mechanics.- Vibrations.- Non-Inertial Reference Frames.- Numerical Simulation

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  • Leichtbaukonzepte: Eine Einführung anhand

    Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Leichtbaukonzepte: Eine Einführung anhand

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    Book SynopsisAndreas Öchsner bietet eine einfache Einführung in die unterschiedlichen Konzepte des Leichtbaus, wobei der Schwerpunkt auf Konzepten der Strukturmechanik und Festigkeitslehre liegt. Neben den theoretischen Grundlagen stellt der Autor auch Fragestellungen zu praktischen Anwendungsgebieten vor. Das Leichtbaupotenzial von Konstruktionen spielt in den verschiedenen Bereichen des Transportwesens – zum Beispiel im Automobil- und Flugzeugbau – eine entscheidende Rolle, da die Betriebskosten zu einem wesentlichen Teil durch das Gewicht einer Struktur bestimmt werden. Insbesondere ist für einen Konstrukteur das Verhältnis von Betriebslast zum Eigengewicht eine wichtige Kennzahl zur Beurteilung der Leichtbaugüte einer Konstruktion. Table of ContentsGrundlagen der Festigkeitslehre.- Leichtbaukonzepte: Stoffleichtbau, Formleichtbau, Sandwichelemente.

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    Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Aufgaben und Lösungsmethodik Technische Mechanik:

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    Book SynopsisIn diesem Lehrbuch werden die Lösungswege zu Aufgaben aus allen Bereichen der Technischen Mechanik ausführlich beschrieben. Im Vordergrund steht dabei die Entwicklung systematischer Lösungsstrategien, die auch bei umfangreichen Aufgabenstellungen sicher zum Ziel führen. Sämtlichen Lösungen ist jeweils eine Lösungsanalyse vorangestellt. Hierin werden grundsätzliche Betrachtungen zum Aufstellen des mathematischen Modells zur Vorbereitung der erfolgreichen Problemlösung diskutiert. Die Anzahl der Aufgabenstellungen wurde auf 148 erhöht.Table of ContentsModellbildung in der Technischen Mechanik: Physikalisches und Mathematisches Modell, Flussdiagramm zur Problemanalyse.- Stereo-Statik: Kräftesysteme in Ebene und Raum, Gleichgewicht, Lagerungen, Seilzugsysteme, Balkenstatik, Getriebewelle, Fachwerke, Verbindung von Balken und Fachwerk, Seilstatik, Reibungskräfte, Prinzip der virtuellen Arbeit.- Elasto-Statik: Spannungen und Dehnungen, Mohrscher Spannungskreis, Dehnungsmessstreifen, Verallgemeinertes HOOKEsches Gesetz, Temperaturlast, statisch unbestimmte Systeme, Dehnschrauben, Technische Biegelehre, Sandwichbalken, Knicken, überlagerte Belastungsfälle, Energie-Methoden: Sätze von CASTIGLIANO und MENABREA, statisch unbestimmt gelagerter Rahmen.- Kinematik der Bewegung von Punkten und starren Körpern in Ebene und Raum, Relativbewegungen, Koordinatentransformationen, Planetengetriebe, gleichachsiges Kegelradgetriebe, Änderung der Winkelgeschwindigkeit beim Kardangelenk.- Kinetik der Bewegungen von Punkten und starren Körpern in Ebene und Raum, Impuls- und Drall-Satz, Energiesatz, Relativbewegungen, Auswuchten, Kreiselbewegung des Körpers im Raum, Schwingungen: Eigenschwingungen und Zwangsschwingungen, Stoßprobleme, LAGRANGEsche Gleichung 2. Art.

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    Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Einführung in die Balkentheorie nach Timoshenko

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    Book SynopsisDie Balkentheorie erster Ordnung dient in der Elastostatik zur Berechnung von Spannungen und Verformungen an einem Balken. Dabei wird in die Timoshenko- (Theorie des schubweichen Balkens) und Euler-Bernoulli-Balkentheorie (Theorie des schubstarren Balkens) unterschieden. Mit Kenntnis der Spannungen und Verformungen können weiterführende Berechnungen, wie z. B. ein Festigkeitsnachweis, und die Auslegung von Balken durchgeführt werden. Die dazu notwendigen Modellannahmen und die entsprechenden Herleitungen werden in diesem essential verständlich und anwendungsgerecht dargestellt.Table of ContentsGrundgleichungen der Elastostatik.- Herleitung der Timoshenko-Balkentheorie.- Herleitung der Euler-Bernoulli-Balkentheorie.- Anwendungsbeispiele.

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    Springer Verlag GmbH Multiscale Modeling of Complex Materials:

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    Book SynopsisThe papers in this volume deal with materials science, theoretical mechanics and experimental and computational techniques at multiple scales, providing a sound base and a framework for many applications which are hitherto treated in a phenomenological sense. The basic principles are formulated of multiscale modeling strategies towards modern complex multiphase materials subjected to various types of mechanical, thermal loadings and environmental effects. The focus is on problems where mechanics is highly coupled with other concurrent physical phenomena. Attention is also focused on the historical origins of multiscale modeling and foundations of continuum mechanics currently adopted to model non-classical continua with substructure, for which internal length scales play a crucial role.Table of ContentsOn the method of virtual power in continuum mechanics.- Higher gradient and micro-polar continua as specific cases.- Integrated multi-scale characterization and modeling of ductile failure in heterogeneous materials.- Fractals in mechanics of materials.- Modeling and experimental verification of damage and fracture processes of composites under mechanical and thermal loading.- Multi-scale modeling of damage and failure in composite materials.- Micro-damage mechanics, macro-damage mechanics, and synergistic damage mechanics.- Molecular approaches for multi-field continua: origins and actual developments with applications to fibre composites and masonry-like materials.

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  • Notes on Continuum Mechanics

    Springer Notes on Continuum Mechanics

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    Book SynopsisThis publication is aimed at students, teachers, and researchers of Continuum Mechanics and focused extensively on stating and developing Initial Boundary Value equations used to solve physical problems. With respect to notation, the tensorial, indicial and Voigt notations have been used indiscriminately. The book is divided into twelve chapters with the following topics: Tensors, Continuum Kinematics, Stress, The Objectivity of Tensors, The Fundamental Equations of Continuum Mechanics, An Introduction to Constitutive Equations, Linear Elasticity, Hyperelasticity, Plasticity (small and large deformations), Thermoelasticity (small and large deformations), Damage Mechanics (small and large deformations), and An Introduction to Fluids. Moreover, the text is supplemented with over 280 figures, over 100 solved problems, and 130 references.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews:“The book is meant as a textbook for master and doctoral students and researchers. It is based on lecture notes of civil engineering courses of the author given at the University of Castillia-La Mancha (Spain). So the reader can expect a careful and detailed introduction to the subject without too much novelty. … The book is perhaps helpful for those readers who have already a strong background in continuum mechanics and want to find additional information on topics … .” (Albrecht Bertram, zbMATH, Vol. 1277, 2014)Table of ContentsPreface.- Abbreviations.- Operators And Symbols.- Si-Units.- Introduction.- 1 Mechanics.- 2 What Is Continuum Mechanics.- 3 Scales Of Material Studies.- 4 The Initial Boundary Value Problem (Ibvp).- 1 Tensors.- 1.1 Introduction.- 1.2 Algebraic Operations With Vectors.- 1.3 Coordinate Systems.- 1.4 Indicial Notation.- 1.5 Algebraic Operations With Tensors.- 1.6 The Tensor-Valued Tensor Function.- 1.7 The Voigt Notation.- 1.8 Tensor Fields.- 1.9 Theorems Involving Integrals.- Appendix A: A Graphical Representation Of A Second-Order Tensor.- A.1 Projecting A Second-Order Tensor Onto A Particular Direction.- A.2 Graphical Representation Of An Arbitrary Second-Order Tensor.- A.3 The Tensor Ellipsoid.- A.4 Graphical Representation Of The Spherical And Deviatoric Parts.- 2 Continuum Kinematics.- 2.1 Introduction.- 2.2 The Continuous Medium.- 2.3 Description Of Motion.- 2.4 The Material Time Derivative.- 2.5 The Deformation Gradient.- 2.6 Finite Strain Tensors.- 2.7 Particular Cases Of Motion.- 2.8 Polar Decomposition Of F.- 2.9 Area And Volume Elements Deformation.- 2.10 Material And Control Domains.- 2.11 Transport Equations.- 2.12 Circulation And Vorticity.- 2.13 Motion Decomposition: Volumetric And Isochoric Motions.- 2.14 The Small Deformation Regime.- 2.15 Other Ways To Define Strain.- 3 Stress.- 3.1 Introduction.- 3.2 Forces.- 3.3 Stress Tensors.- 4 Objectivity Of Tensors.- 4.1 Introduction.- 4.2 The Objectivity Of Tensors.- 4.3 Tensor Rates.- 5 The Fundamental Equations Of Continuum Mechanics.- 5.1 Introduction.- 5.2 Density.- 5.3 Flux.- 5.4 The Reynolds Transport Theorem.- 5.5 Conservation Law.- 5.6 The Principle Of Conservation Of Mass. The Mass Continuity Equation.- 5.7 The Principle Of Conservation Of Linear Momentum. The Equations Of Motion.- 5.8 The Principle Of Conservation Of Angular Momentum. Symmetry Of The Cauchy Stress Tensor.- 5.9 The Principle Of Conservation Of Energy. The Energy Equation.- 5.10 The Principle Of Irreversibility. Entropy Inequality.- 5.11 Fundamental Equations Of Continuum Mechanics.- 5.12 Flux Problems.- 5.13 Fluid Flow In Porous Media (Filtration).- 5.14 The Convection-Diffusion Equation.- 5.15 Initial Boundary Value Problem (Ibvp) And Computational Mechanics.- 6 Introduction To Constitutive Equations.- 6.1 Introduction.- 6.2 The Constitutive Principles.- 6.3 Characterization Of Constitutive Equations For Simple Thermoelastic Materials.- 6.4 Characterization Of The Constitutive Equations For A Thermoviscoelastic Material.- 6.5 Some Experimental Evidence.- 7 Linear Elasticity.- 7.1 Introduction.- 7.2 Initial Boundary Value Problem Of Linear Elasticity.- 7.3 Generalized Hooke’s Law.- 7.4 The Elasticity Tensor.- 7.5 Isotropic Materials.- 7.6 Strain Energy Density.- 7.7 The Constitutive Law For Orthotropic Material.- 7.8 Transversely Isotropic Materials.- 7.9 The Saint-Venant’s And Superposition Principles.- 7.10 Initial Stress/Strain.- 7.11 The Navier-Lamé Equations.- 7.12 Two-Dimensional Elasticity.- 7.13 The Unidimensional Approach.- 8 Hyperelasticity.- 8.1 Introduction.- 8.2 Constitutive Equations.- 8.3 Isotropic Hyperelastic Materials.- 8.4 Compressible Materials.- 8.5 Incompressible Materials.- 8.6 Examples Of Hyperelastic Models.- 8.7 Anisotropic Hyperelasticity.- 9 Plasticity.- 9.1 Introduction.- 9.2 The Yield Criterion.- 9.3 Plasticity Models In Small Deformation Regime (Uniaxial Cases).- 9.4 Plasticity In Small Deformation Regime (The Classical Plasticity Theory).- 9.5 Plastic Potential Theory.- 9.6 Plasticity In Large Deformation Regime.- 9.7 Large-Deformation Plasticity Based On The Multiplicative Decomposition Of The Deformation Gradient.- 10 Thermoelasticity.- 10.1 Thermodynamic Potentials.- 10.2 Thermomechanical Parameters.- 10.3 Linear Thermoelasticity.- 10.4 The Decoupled Thermo-Mechanical Problem In A Small Deformation Regime.- 10.5 The Classical Theory Of Thermoelasticity In Finite Strain (Large Deformation Regime).- 10.6 Thermoelasticity Based On The Multiplicative Decomposition Of The Deformation Gradient..- 10.7 Thermoplasticity In A Small Deformation Regime.- 11 Damage Mechanics.- 11.1 Introduction.- 11.2 The Isotropic Damage Model In A Small Deformation Regime.- 11.3 The Generalized Isotropic Damage Model.- 11.4 The Elastoplastic-Damage Model In A Small Deformation Regime.- 11.5 The Tensile-Compressive Plastic-Damage Model.- 11.6 Damage In A Large Deformation Regime.- 12 Introduction To Fluids.- 12.1 Introduction.- 12.2 Fluids At Rest And In Motion.- 12.3 Viscous And Non-Viscous Fluids.- 12.4 Laminar Turbulent Flow.- 12.5 Particular Cases.- 12.6 Newtonian Fluids.- 12.7 Stress, Dissipated And Recoverable Powers.- 12.8 The Fundamental Equations For Newtonian Fluids.- Bibliography.- Index.

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  • Notes on Continuum Mechanics

    Springer Notes on Continuum Mechanics

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    Book SynopsisThis publication is aimed at students, teachers, and researchers of Continuum Mechanics and focused extensively on stating and developing Initial Boundary Value equations used to solve physical problems. With respect to notation, the tensorial, indicial and Voigt notations have been used indiscriminately. The book is divided into twelve chapters with the following topics: Tensors, Continuum Kinematics, Stress, The Objectivity of Tensors, The Fundamental Equations of Continuum Mechanics, An Introduction to Constitutive Equations, Linear Elasticity, Hyperelasticity, Plasticity (small and large deformations), Thermoelasticity (small and large deformations), Damage Mechanics (small and large deformations), and An Introduction to Fluids. Moreover, the text is supplemented with over 280 figures, over 100 solved problems, and 130 references.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews:“The book is meant as a textbook for master and doctoral students and researchers. It is based on lecture notes of civil engineering courses of the author given at the University of Castillia-La Mancha (Spain). So the reader can expect a careful and detailed introduction to the subject without too much novelty. … The book is perhaps helpful for those readers who have already a strong background in continuum mechanics and want to find additional information on topics … .” (Albrecht Bertram, zbMATH, Vol. 1277, 2014)Table of ContentsPreface.- Abbreviations.- Operators And Symbols.- Si-Units.- Introduction.- 1 Mechanics.- 2 What Is Continuum Mechanics.- 3 Scales Of Material Studies.- 4 The Initial Boundary Value Problem (Ibvp).- 1 Tensors.- 1.1 Introduction.- 1.2 Algebraic Operations With Vectors.- 1.3 Coordinate Systems.- 1.4 Indicial Notation.- 1.5 Algebraic Operations With Tensors.- 1.6 The Tensor-Valued Tensor Function.- 1.7 The Voigt Notation.- 1.8 Tensor Fields.- 1.9 Theorems Involving Integrals.- Appendix A: A Graphical Representation Of A Second-Order Tensor.- A.1 Projecting A Second-Order Tensor Onto A Particular Direction.- A.2 Graphical Representation Of An Arbitrary Second-Order Tensor.- A.3 The Tensor Ellipsoid.- A.4 Graphical Representation Of The Spherical And Deviatoric Parts.- 2 Continuum Kinematics.- 2.1 Introduction.- 2.2 The Continuous Medium.- 2.3 Description Of Motion.- 2.4 The Material Time Derivative.- 2.5 The Deformation Gradient.- 2.6 Finite Strain Tensors.- 2.7 Particular Cases Of Motion.- 2.8 Polar Decomposition Of F.- 2.9 Area And Volume Elements Deformation.- 2.10 Material And Control Domains.- 2.11 Transport Equations.- 2.12 Circulation And Vorticity.- 2.13 Motion Decomposition: Volumetric And Isochoric Motions.- 2.14 The Small Deformation Regime.- 2.15 Other Ways To Define Strain.- 3 Stress.- 3.1 Introduction.- 3.2 Forces.- 3.3 Stress Tensors.- 4 Objectivity Of Tensors.- 4.1 Introduction.- 4.2 The Objectivity Of Tensors.- 4.3 Tensor Rates.- 5 The Fundamental Equations Of Continuum Mechanics.- 5.1 Introduction.- 5.2 Density.- 5.3 Flux.- 5.4 The Reynolds Transport Theorem.- 5.5 Conservation Law.- 5.6 The Principle Of Conservation Of Mass. The Mass Continuity Equation.- 5.7 The Principle Of Conservation Of Linear Momentum. The Equations Of Motion.- 5.8 The Principle Of Conservation Of Angular Momentum. Symmetry Of The Cauchy Stress Tensor.- 5.9 The Principle Of Conservation Of Energy. The Energy Equation.- 5.10 The Principle Of Irreversibility. Entropy Inequality.- 5.11 Fundamental Equations Of Continuum Mechanics.- 5.12 Flux Problems.- 5.13 Fluid Flow In Porous Media (Filtration).- 5.14 The Convection-Diffusion Equation.- 5.15 Initial Boundary Value Problem (Ibvp) And Computational Mechanics.- 6 Introduction To Constitutive Equations.- 6.1 Introduction.- 6.2 The Constitutive Principles.- 6.3 Characterization Of Constitutive Equations For Simple Thermoelastic Materials.- 6.4 Characterization Of The Constitutive Equations For A Thermoviscoelastic Material.- 6.5 Some Experimental Evidence.- 7 Linear Elasticity.- 7.1 Introduction.- 7.2 Initial Boundary Value Problem Of Linear Elasticity.- 7.3 Generalized Hooke’s Law.- 7.4 The Elasticity Tensor.- 7.5 Isotropic Materials.- 7.6 Strain Energy Density.- 7.7 The Constitutive Law For Orthotropic Material.- 7.8 Transversely Isotropic Materials.- 7.9 The Saint-Venant’s And Superposition Principles.- 7.10 Initial Stress/Strain.- 7.11 The Navier-Lamé Equations.- 7.12 Two-Dimensional Elasticity.- 7.13 The Unidimensional Approach.- 8 Hyperelasticity.- 8.1 Introduction.- 8.2 Constitutive Equations.- 8.3 Isotropic Hyperelastic Materials.- 8.4 Compressible Materials.- 8.5 Incompressible Materials.- 8.6 Examples Of Hyperelastic Models.- 8.7 Anisotropic Hyperelasticity.- 9 Plasticity.- 9.1 Introduction.- 9.2 The Yield Criterion.- 9.3 Plasticity Models In Small Deformation Regime (Uniaxial Cases).- 9.4 Plasticity In Small Deformation Regime (The Classical Plasticity Theory).- 9.5 Plastic Potential Theory.- 9.6 Plasticity In Large Deformation Regime.- 9.7 Large-Deformation Plasticity Based On The Multiplicative Decomposition Of The Deformation Gradient.- 10 Thermoelasticity.- 10.1 Thermodynamic Potentials.- 10.2 Thermomechanical Parameters.- 10.3 Linear Thermoelasticity.- 10.4 The Decoupled Thermo-Mechanical Problem In A Small Deformation Regime.- 10.5 The Classical Theory Of Thermoelasticity In Finite Strain (Large Deformation Regime).- 10.6 Thermoelasticity Based On The Multiplicative Decomposition Of The Deformation Gradient..- 10.7 Thermoplasticity In A Small Deformation Regime.- 11 Damage Mechanics.- 11.1 Introduction.- 11.2 The Isotropic Damage Model In A Small Deformation Regime.- 11.3 The Generalized Isotropic Damage Model.- 11.4 The Elastoplastic-Damage Model In A Small Deformation Regime.- 11.5 The Tensile-Compressive Plastic-Damage Model.- 11.6 Damage In A Large Deformation Regime.- 12 Introduction To Fluids.- 12.1 Introduction.- 12.2 Fluids At Rest And In Motion.- 12.3 Viscous And Non-Viscous Fluids.- 12.4 Laminar Turbulent Flow.- 12.5 Particular Cases.- 12.6 Newtonian Fluids.- 12.7 Stress, Dissipated And Recoverable Powers.- 12.8 The Fundamental Equations For Newtonian Fluids.- Bibliography.- Index.

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    Book SynopsisThis book (Vol. - I) presents select proceedings of the first Online International Conference on Recent Advances in Computational and Experimental Mechanics (ICRACEM 2020) and focuses on theoretical, computational and experimental aspects of solid and fluid mechanics. Various topics covered are computational modelling of extreme events; mechanical modelling of robots; mechanics and design of cellular materials; mechanics of soft materials; mechanics of thin-film and multi-layer structures; meshfree and particle based formulations in continuum mechanics; multi-scale computations in solid mechanics, and materials; multiscale mechanics of brittle and ductile materials; topology and shape optimization techniques; acoustics including aero-acoustics and wave propagation; aerodynamics; dynamics and control in micro/nano engineering; dynamic instability and buckling; flow-induced noise and vibration; inverse problems in mechanics and system identification; measurement and analysis techniques in nonlinear dynamic systems; multibody dynamical systems and applications; nonlinear dynamics and control; stochastic mechanics; structural dynamics and earthquake engineering; structural health monitoring and damage assessment; turbomachinery noise; vibrations of continuous systems, characterization of advanced materials; damage identification and non-destructive evaluation; experimental fire mechanics and damage; experimental fluid mechanics; experimental solid mechanics; measurement in extreme environments; modal testing and dynamics; experimental hydraulics; mechanism of scour under steady and unsteady flows; vibration measurement and control; bio-inspired materials; constitutive modelling of materials; fracture mechanics; mechanics of adhesion, tribology and wear; mechanics of composite materials; mechanics of multifunctional materials; multiscale modelling of materials; phase transformations in materials; plasticity and creep in materials; fluid mechanics, computational fluid dynamics; fluid-structure interaction; free surface, moving boundary and pipe flow; hydrodynamics; multiphase flows; propulsion; internal flow physics; turbulence modelling; wave mechanics; flow through porous media; shock-boundary layer interactions; sediment transport; wave-structure interaction; reduced-order models; turbo-machinery; experimental hydraulics; mechanism of scour under steady and unsteady flows; applications of machine learning and artificial intelligence in mechanics; transport phenomena and soft computing tools in fluid mechanics. The contents of these two volumes (Volumes I and II) discusses various attributes of modern-age mechanics in various disciplines, such as aerospace, civil, mechanical, ocean engineering and naval architecture. The book will be a valuable reference for beginners, researchers, and professionals interested in solid and fluid mechanics and allied fields. Table of ContentsChapter 1: Harmonic analysis on axial turbine blades.- Chapter 2: Multistability of Connected Variable Stiffness Laminates.- Chapter 3: A Parametric study of deflection behaviour of damaged composite conoidal shell roofs.- Chapter 4: First Ply Failure Behaviour of Corner Point Supported Laminated Composite Skew Plate.

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