Mathematical Methods in Electro-Magneto-Elasticity

Mathematical Methods in Electro-Magneto-Elasticity
Author: Demosthenis I. Bardzokas
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 539
Release: 2007-05-19
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3540710310

The mechanics of Coupled Fields is a discipline at the edge of modern research connecting Continuum Mechanics with Solid State Physics. This book fills many gaps in the theoretical literature which arise due to the complexity of the problem. A vast number of problems are considered so that the reader can get a clear quantitative and qualitative understanding of the phenomena taking place.

Mathematical Methods in Dynamical Systems

Mathematical Methods in Dynamical Systems
Author: S. Chakraverty
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 508
Release: 2023-05-19
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1000833801

The art of applying mathematics to real-world dynamical problems such as structural dynamics, fluid dynamics, wave dynamics, robot dynamics, etc. can be extremely challenging. Various aspects of mathematical modelling that may include deterministic or uncertain (fuzzy, interval, or stochastic) scenarios, along with integer or fractional order, are vital to understanding these dynamical systems. Mathematical Methods in Dynamical Systems offers problem-solving techniques and includes different analytical, semi-analytical, numerical, and machine intelligence methods for finding exact and/or approximate solutions of governing equations arising in dynamical systems. It provides a singular source of computationally efficient methods to investigate these systems and includes coverage of various industrial applications in a simple yet comprehensive way.

Hygro-Thermo-Magneto-Electro-Elastic Theory of Anisotropic Doubly-Curved Shells

Hygro-Thermo-Magneto-Electro-Elastic Theory of Anisotropic Doubly-Curved Shells
Author: Francesco Tornabene
Publisher: Società Editrice Esculapio
Total Pages: 1073
Release: 2023-10-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

This book aims to present in depth several Higher-order Shear Deformation Theories (HSDTs) by means of a unified approach for studying the Hygro-Thermo-Magneto-Electro- Elastic Theory of Anisotropic Doubly-Curved Shells. In particular, a general coupled multifield theory regarding anisotropic shell structures is provided. The three-dimensional multifield problem is reduced in a two-dimensional one following the principles of the Equivalent Single Layer (ESL) approach and the Equivalent Layer-Wise (ELW) approach, setting a proper configuration model. According to the adopted configuration assumptions, several Higher-order Shear Deformation Theories (HSDTs) are obtained. Furthermore, the strong and weak formulations of the corresponding governing equations are discussed and illustrated. The approach presented in this volume is completely general and represents a valid tool to investigate the physical behavior of many arbitrarily shaped structures. An isogeometric mapping procedure is also illustrated to this aim. Special attention is given also to advanced and innovative constituents, such as Carbon Nanotubes (CNTs), Variable Angle Tow (VAT) composites and Functionally Graded Materials (FGMs). In addition, several numerical applications are used to support the theoretical models. Accurate, efficient and reliable numerical techniques able to approximate both derivatives and integrals are considered, which are respectively the Differential Quadrature (DQ) and Integral Quadrature (IQ) methods. The Theory of Composite Thin Shells is derived in a simple and intuitive manner from the theory of thick and moderately thick shells (First-order Shear Deformation Theory or Reissner- Mindlin Theory). In particular, the Kirchhoff-Love Theory and the Membrane Theory for composite shells are shown. Furthermore, the Theory of Composite Arches and Beams is also exposed. In particular, the equations of the Timoshenko Theory and the Euler-Bernoulli Theory are directly deducted from the equations of singly-curved shells of translation and of plates.

Applications of Mathematics and Informatics in Natural Sciences and Engineering

Applications of Mathematics and Informatics in Natural Sciences and Engineering
Author: George Jaiani
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 280
Release: 2020-11-28
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 3030563561

This book presents peer-reviewed papers from the 4th International Conference on Applications of Mathematics and Informatics in Natural Sciences and Engineering (AMINSE2019), held in Tbilisi, Georgia, in September 2019. Written by leading researchers from Austria, France, Germany, Georgia, Hungary, Romania, South Korea and the UK, the book discusses important aspects of mathematics, and informatics, and their applications in natural sciences and engineering. It particularly focuses on Lie algebras and applications, strategic graph rewriting, interactive modeling frameworks, rule-based frameworks, elastic composites, piezoelectrics, electromagnetic force models, limiting distribution, degenerate Ito-SDEs, induced operators, subgaussian random elements, transmission problems, pseudo-differential equations, and degenerate partial differential equations. Featuring theoretical, practical and numerical contributions, the book will appeal to scientists from various disciplines interested in applications of mathematics and informatics in natural sciences and engineering.

Multiscale Solid Mechanics

Multiscale Solid Mechanics
Author: Holm Altenbach
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 509
Release: 2020-11-09
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3030549283

This book provides an overview of the current of the state of the art in the multiscale mechanics of solids and structures. It comprehensively discusses new materials, including theoretical and experimental investigations their durability and strength, as well as fractures and damage

Mathematical Applications in Continuum and Structural Mechanics

Mathematical Applications in Continuum and Structural Mechanics
Author: Francesco Marmo
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 275
Release: 2021-11-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3030427072

This book presents a range of research projects focusing on innovative numerical and modeling strategies for the nonlinear analysis of structures and metamaterials. The topics covered concern various analysis approaches based on classical finite element solutions, structural optimization, and analytical solutions in order to present a comprehensive overview of the latest scientific advances. Although based on pioneering research, the contributions are focused on immediate and direct application in practice, providing valuable tools for researchers and practicing professionals alike.

Generalized Differential and Integral Quadrature

Generalized Differential and Integral Quadrature
Author: Francesco Tornabene
Publisher: Società Editrice Esculapio
Total Pages: 689
Release: 2023-10-17
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

The main aim of this book is to analyze the mathematical fundamentals and the main features of the Generalized Differential Quadrature (GDQ) and Generalized Integral Quadrature (GIQ) techniques. Furthermore, another interesting aim of the present book is to shown that from the two numerical techniques mentioned above it is possible to derive two different approaches such as the Strong and Weak Finite Element Methods (SFEM and WFEM), that will be used to solve various structural problems and arbitrarily shaped structures. A general approach to the Differential Quadrature is proposed. The weighting coefficients for different basis functions and grid distributions are determined. Furthermore, the expressions of the principal approximating polynomials and grid distributions, available in the literature, are shown. Besides the classic orthogonal polynomials, a new class of basis functions, which depend on the radial distance between the discretization points, is presented. They are known as Radial Basis Functions (or RBFs). The general expressions for the derivative evaluation can be utilized in the local form to reduce the computational cost. From this concept the Local Generalized Differential Quadrature (LGDQ) method is derived. The Generalized Integral Quadrature (GIQ) technique can be used employing several basis functions, without any restriction on the point distributions for the given definition domain. To better underline these concepts some classical numerical integration schemes are reported, such as the trapezoidal rule or the Simpson method. An alternative approach based on Taylor series is also illustrated to approximate integrals. This technique is named as Generalized Taylor-based Integral Quadrature (GTIQ) method. The major structural theories for the analysis of the mechanical behavior of various structures are presented in depth in the book. In particular, the strong and weak formulations of the corresponding governing equations are discussed and illustrated. Generally speaking, two formulations of the same system of governing equations can be developed, which are respectively the strong and weak (or variational) formulations. Once the governing equations that rule a generic structural problem are obtained, together with the corresponding boundary conditions, a differential system is written. In particular, the Strong Formulation (SF) of the governing equations is obtained. The differentiability requirement, instead, is reduced through a weighted integral statement if the corresponding Weak Formulation (WF) of the governing equations is developed. Thus, an equivalent integral formulation is derived, starting directly from the previous one. In particular, the formulation in hand is obtained by introducing a Lagrangian approximation of the degrees of freedom of the problem. The need of studying arbitrarily shaped domains or characterized by mechanical and geometrical discontinuities leads to the development of new numerical approaches that divide the structure in finite elements. Then, the strong form or the weak form of the fundamental equations are solved inside each element. The fundamental aspects of this technique, which the author defined respectively Strong Formulation Finite Element Method (SFEM) and Weak Formulation Finite Element Method (WFEM), are presented in the book.

Mathematics Without Boundaries

Mathematics Without Boundaries
Author: Panos M. Pardalos
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2014-09-16
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 1493911244

This volume consists of chapters written by eminent scientists and engineers from the international community and present significant advances in several theories, methods and applications of an interdisciplinary research. These contributions focus on both old and recent developments of Global Optimization Theory, Convex Analysis, Calculus of Variations, Discrete Mathematics and Geometry, as well as several applications to a large variety of concrete problems, including applications of computers to the study of smoothness and analyticity of functions, applications to epidemiological diffusion, networks, mathematical models of elastic and piezoelectric fields, optimal algorithms, stability of neutral type vector functional differential equations, sampling and rational interpolation for non-band-limited signals, recurrent neural network for convex optimization problems and experimental design. The book also contains some review works, which could prove particularly useful for a broader audience of readers in Mathematical and Engineering subjects and especially to graduate students who search for the latest information.

Spectral Method in Multiaxial Random Fatigue

Spectral Method in Multiaxial Random Fatigue
Author: Adam Nieslony
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2007-09-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3540738231

This monograph examines the theoretical foundations of the spectral method for fatigue life determination. The authors discuss a rule of description of random loading states with the matrix of power spectral density functions of the stress/strain tensor components. Some chosen criteria of multiaxial fatigue failure are analyzed. The formula proposed in this book enables readers to determine power spectral density of the equivalent history directly from the components of the power spectral density matrix of the multidimensional stochastic process.

Mechanics and Physics of Structured Media

Mechanics and Physics of Structured Media
Author: Igor Andrianov
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 528
Release: 2022-01-20
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0323906532

Mechanics and Physics of Structured Media: Asymptotic and Integral Methods of Leonid Filshtinsky provides unique information on the macroscopic properties of various composite materials and the mathematical techniques key to understanding their physical behaviors. The book is centered around the arguably monumental work of Leonid Filshtinsky. His last works provide insight on fracture in electromagnetic-elastic systems alongside approaches for solving problems in mechanics of solid materials. Asymptotic methods, the method of complex potentials, wave mechanics, viscosity of suspensions, conductivity, vibration and buckling of functionally graded plates, and critical phenomena in various random systems are all covered at length. Other sections cover boundary value problems in fracture mechanics, two-phase model methods for heterogeneous nanomaterials, and the propagation of acoustic, electromagnetic, and elastic waves in a one-dimensional periodic two-component material. - Covers key issues around the mechanics of structured media, including modeling techniques, fracture mechanics in various composite materials, the fundamentals of integral equations, wave mechanics, and more - Discusses boundary value problems of materials, techniques for predicting elasticity of composites, and heterogeneous nanomaterials and their statistical description - Includes insights on asymptotic methods, wave mechanics, the mechanics of piezo-materials, and more - Applies homogenization concepts to various physical systems