Nonlocal Models with a Finite Range of Nonlocal Interactions

Nonlocal Models with a Finite Range of Nonlocal Interactions
Author: Xiaochuan Tian
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Release: 2017
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Nonlocal phenomena are ubiquitous in nature. The nonlocal models investigated in this thesis use integration in replace of differentiation and provide alternatives to the classical partial differential equations. The nonlocal interaction kernels in the models are assumed to be as general as possible and usually involve finite range of nonlocal interactions. Such settings on one hand allow us to connect nonlocal models with the existing classical models through various asymptotic limits of the modeling parameter, and on the other hand enjoy practical significance especially for multiscale modeling and simulations. To make connections with classical models at the discrete level, the central theme of the numerical analysis for nonlocal models in this thesis concerns with numerical schemes that are robust under the changes of modeling parameters, with mathematical analysis provided as theoretical foundations. Together with extensive discussions of linear nonlocal diffusion and nonlocal mechanics models, we also touch upon other topics such as high order nonlocal models, nonlinear nonlocal fracture models and coupling of models characterized by different scales.

Nonlocal Modeling, Analysis, and Computation

Nonlocal Modeling, Analysis, and Computation
Author: Qiang Du
Publisher: SIAM
Total Pages: 181
Release: 2019-03-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1611975611

Studies of complexity, singularity, and anomaly using nonlocal continuum models are steadily gaining popularity. This monograph provides an introduction to basic analytical, computational, and modeling issues and to some of the latest developments in these areas. Nonlocal Modeling, Analysis, and Computation includes motivational examples of nonlocal models, basic building blocks of nonlocal vector calculus, elements of theory for well-posedness and nonlocal spaces, connections to and coupling with local models, convergence and compatibility of numerical approximations, and various applications, such as nonlocal dynamics of anomalous diffusion and nonlocal peridynamic models of elasticity and fracture mechanics. A particular focus is on nonlocal systems with a finite range of interaction to illustrate their connection to local partial differential equations and fractional PDEs. These models are designed to represent nonlocal interactions explicitly and to remain valid for complex systems involving possible singular solutions and they have the potential to be alternatives for as well as bridges to existing models. The author discusses ongoing studies of nonlocal models to encourage the discovery of new mathematical theory for nonlocal continuum models and offer new perspectives on traditional models, analytical techniques, and algorithms.

Nonlocal Modeling, Analysis, and Computation

Nonlocal Modeling, Analysis, and Computation
Author: Qiang Du
Publisher: SIAM
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2019-03-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 161197562X

Studies of complexity, singularity, and anomaly using nonlocal continuum models are steadily gaining popularity. This monograph provides an introduction to basic analytical, computational, and modeling issues and to some of the latest developments in these areas. Nonlocal Modeling, Analysis, and Computation includes motivational examples of nonlocal models, basic building blocks of nonlocal vector calculus, elements of theory for well-posedness and nonlocal spaces, connections to and coupling with local models, convergence and compatibility of numerical approximations, and various applications, such as nonlocal dynamics of anomalous diffusion and nonlocal peridynamic models of elasticity and fracture mechanics. A particular focus is on nonlocal systems with a finite range of interaction to illustrate their connection to local partial differential equations and fractional PDEs. These models are designed to represent nonlocal interactions explicitly and to remain valid for complex systems involving possible singular solutions and they have the potential to be alternatives for as well as bridges to existing models. The author discusses ongoing studies of nonlocal models to encourage the discovery of new mathematical theory for nonlocal continuum models and offer new perspectives on traditional models, analytical techniques, and algorithms.

A3N2M: Approximation, Applications, and Analysis of Nonlocal, Nonlinear Models

A3N2M: Approximation, Applications, and Analysis of Nonlocal, Nonlinear Models
Author: Tadele Mengesha
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 325
Release: 2023-09-12
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 3031340892

This volume collects papers based on plenary and invited talks given at the 50th Barrett Memorial Lectures on Approximation, Applications, and Analysis of Nonlocal, Nonlinear Models that was organized by the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and held virtually in May 2021. The three-day meeting brought together experts from the computational, scientific, engineering, and mathematical communities who work with nonlocal models. These proceedings collect contributions and give a survey of the state of the art in computational practices, mathematical analysis, applications of nonlocal models, and explorations of new application domains. The volume benefits from the mixture of contributions by computational scientists, mathematicians, and application specialists. The content is suitable for graduate students as well as specialists working with nonlocal models and covers topics on fractional PDEs, regularity theory for kinetic equations, approximation theory for fractional diffusion, analysis of nonlocal diffusion model as a bridge between local and fractional PDEs, and more.

Nonlocal Integral Equation Continuum Models

Nonlocal Integral Equation Continuum Models
Author: Marta D'Elia
Publisher: SIAM
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2024-09-12
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 161197805X

The book presents the state of the art of nonlocal modeling and discretization and provides a practical introduction to nonlocal modeling for readers who are not familiar with such models. These models have recently become a viable alternative to classical partial differential equations when the latter are unable to capture effects such as discontinuities and multiscale behavior in a system of interest. Because of their integral nature, nonlocal operators allow for the relaxation of regularity requirements on the solution and thus allow for the capture of multiscale effects, the result of which is their successful use in many scientific and engineering applications. The book also provides a thorough analysis and numerical treatment of nonstandard nonlocal models, focusing on both well-known and nonstandard interaction neighborhoods. In addition, the book delivers an extensive practical treatment of the implementation of discretization strategies via finite element methods. Numerous figures are provided as concrete examples to illustrate both the analytic and computational results. Nonlocal Integral Equation Continuum Models: Nonstandard Interaction Neighborhoods and Finite Element Discretizations is intended for mathematical and application researchers interested in alternatives to using partial differential equation models that better describe the phenomena they are interested in. The book will also be of use to computational scientists and engineers who need to make sense of how to use available software, improve existing software, or develop new software tailored to their application interests.

Some Applications of Nonlocal Models to Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics-like Methods

Some Applications of Nonlocal Models to Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics-like Methods
Author: Hwi Lee
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Release: 2021
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Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) is a meshless numerical method which has long been put into practice for scientific and engineering applications. It arises as a numerical discretization of convolution-like integral operators that approximate local differential operators. There have been many studies on the SPH with an emphasis on its role as a numerical scheme for partial differential equations while little attention is paid to the underlying continuum nonlocal models that lie intermediate between the two. The main goal of this thesis is to provide mathematical understanding of the SPH-like meshless methods by means of ongoing developments in studies of nonlocal models with a finite range of nonlocal interactions. It is timely for such a work to be initiated with growing interests in the nonlocal models. The thesis touches on numerical, theoretical and modeling aspects of the nonlocal integro-differential equations pertaining to the SPH-like schemes. As illustrative examples of each aspect it presents robust SPH-like schemes for advection-convection equations, discusses the stabilities of nonsymmetric nonlocal gradient operators, and proposes a new formulation of nonlocal Dirichlet-like type boundary conditions.

Linear Theory

Linear Theory
Author: A. Cemal Eringen
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 676
Release: 2013-10-22
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1483276716

Elastodynamics, Volume II: Linear Theory is a continuation of Volume I and discusses the dynamical theory of linear isotropic elasticity. The volume deals with the fundamental theorems regarding elastodynamics and the different mathematical methods of solution and their employment in one, two, and three dimensions. The text outlines the fundamentals of linear elastodynamics and explains basic equations, displacement formulation, stress formulation, and the uniqueness theorem of elastodynamics. The book also investigates elastodynamic problems involving one-space dimension in governing boundaries, equations, and initial conditions. The book then compares two-dimensional problems as being subject to more precise mathematical analysis compared to three-dimensional situations by using scalar wave equations. The text then analyzes elastodynamic problems in three space dimensions when the solution depends on the condition of separability of the vector wave equation and the satisfaction of the boundary conditions. The diffraction of elastic waves is also described using two approaches: the integral equation method or the Eigen function technique. The book can prove valuable to researchers and practitioners whose work involves advanced statistics, general physics, and thermodynamics.

Proceedings Of The International Congress Of Mathematicians 2018 (Icm 2018) (In 4 Volumes)

Proceedings Of The International Congress Of Mathematicians 2018 (Icm 2018) (In 4 Volumes)
Author: Sirakov Boyan
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 5396
Release: 2019-02-27
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9813272899

The Proceedings of the ICM publishes the talks, by invited speakers, at the conference organized by the International Mathematical Union every 4 years. It covers several areas of Mathematics and it includes the Fields Medal and Nevanlinna, Gauss and Leelavati Prizes and the Chern Medal laudatios.

The Scaled Boundary Finite Element Method

The Scaled Boundary Finite Element Method
Author: Chongmin Song
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 775
Release: 2018-06-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1119388457

An informative look at the theory, computer implementation, and application of the scaled boundary finite element method This reliable resource, complete with MATLAB, is an easy-to-understand introduction to the fundamental principles of the scaled boundary finite element method. It establishes the theory of the scaled boundary finite element method systematically as a general numerical procedure, providing the reader with a sound knowledge to expand the applications of this method to a broader scope. The book also presents the applications of the scaled boundary finite element to illustrate its salient features and potentials. The Scaled Boundary Finite Element Method: Introduction to Theory and Implementation covers the static and dynamic stress analysis of solids in two and three dimensions. The relevant concepts, theory and modelling issues of the scaled boundary finite element method are discussed and the unique features of the method are highlighted. The applications in computational fracture mechanics are detailed with numerical examples. A unified mesh generation procedure based on quadtree/octree algorithm is described. It also presents examples of fully automatic stress analysis of geometric models in NURBS, STL and digital images. Written in lucid and easy to understand language by the co-inventor of the scaled boundary element method Provides MATLAB as an integral part of the book with the code cross-referenced in the text and the use of the code illustrated by examples Presents new developments in the scaled boundary finite element method with illustrative examples so that readers can appreciate the significant features and potentials of this novel method—especially in emerging technologies such as 3D printing, virtual reality, and digital image-based analysis The Scaled Boundary Finite Element Method: Introduction to Theory and Implementation is an ideal book for researchers, software developers, numerical analysts, and postgraduate students in many fields of engineering and science.

Peridynamic Differential Operator for Numerical Analysis

Peridynamic Differential Operator for Numerical Analysis
Author: Erdogan Madenci
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 287
Release: 2019-01-17
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030026477

This book introduces the peridynamic (PD) differential operator, which enables the nonlocal form of local differentiation. PD is a bridge between differentiation and integration. It provides the computational solution of complex field equations and evaluation of derivatives of smooth or scattered data in the presence of discontinuities. PD also serves as a natural filter to smooth noisy data and to recover missing data. This book starts with an overview of the PD concept, the derivation of the PD differential operator, its numerical implementation for the spatial and temporal derivatives, and the description of sources of error. The applications concern interpolation, regression, and smoothing of data, solutions to nonlinear ordinary differential equations, single- and multi-field partial differential equations and integro-differential equations. It describes the derivation of the weak form of PD Poisson’s and Navier’s equations for direct imposition of essential and natural boundary conditions. It also presents an alternative approach for the PD differential operator based on the least squares minimization. Peridynamic Differential Operator for Numerical Analysis is suitable for both advanced-level student and researchers, demonstrating how to construct solutions to all of the applications. Provided as supplementary material, solution algorithms for a set of selected applications are available for more details in the numerical implementation.