Preface
Part One: Mechanics of Finite Deformations
Nonlinear Geometry of Continuum Solids via Mathematical Tools
General Theory for Deformation and Strain in Solids
General Theory for Stress in Solids
General Form of the Constitutive Equations in Solids
Stress - Strain Relationship in Large Deformation of Solids
Part Two: Mechanics of Fracture
Application of Complex Variable Method in Linear Elasticity
Derivation of Fracture Mechanics From Linear Elasticity
Describing Three Modes of Fracture
Elastic-Plastic Fracture Mechanics (EPFM)
Stress Intensity Factor for Trough Thickness Flaws and J Integral
Index
Biography
Majid Aleyaasin, PhD, is currently a researcher and lecturer in the School of Engineering at the University in Aberdeen in Aberdeen, Scotland. He was formerly a lecturer in mechanical engineering at Mashhad University, Iran, where he received a BEng. He received his PhD in mechanical engineering at Bradford University in the United Kingdom and subsequently worked a research fellow at the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology and University of Manchester, United Kingdom. Dr. Aleyaasin’s research interest lies in the field of applied dynamics of solids and structures, and he has published 30 papers in international journals and in conference proceedings.
"This book deals with the mathematical formulations of the physical problems of large deformation and fracture of solids. It is conveniently divided into two independent parts: mechanics of finite deformations and mechanics of fracture. Many engineers use these formulations in numerical analysis software for solving real-life structural design problems. However, it is required for the users and developers of such software to have a firm grasp of the physical principles involved and their mathematical treatment. This book skillfully provides that in sufficient detail.
It's a very useful book for researchers, academics, numerical analysis software developers, and users of commercially available and in-house-developed industrial and research programs for large deformation analysis of solids and linear-elastic and elastic-plastic fracture analyses of materials and structures. Graduate students attending advanced courses on mechanics of deformable solids and fracture mechanics will also find this book useful for understanding the underlying concepts and their mathematical treatment."
—Dr. M. A. Sheikh, School of Mechanical, Aerospace & Civil Engineering, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
