Mathematical Applications in Continuum and Structural Mechanics

Lange Beschreibung

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. 

Inhaltsverzeichnis
A review of uniaxial rate-independent hysteretic models..- A selected state of the art of numerical time integration methods.- Form finding of shell structures: the membrane theory of shells and the force density method.- On potential solution for transversely isotropic magneto-electrio-elastic bodies.- Novel approaches for the description of Eshelby inclusions of arbitrary shape.- On shear and torsion in beam-like solids: a literature review.- Mathematical tools for the computational analysis of reinforced concrete structures.- Nonlinear beam models for practical applications in soft robotics: a literature review.- In-plane compression of polyamide pantographic fabrics: experiments and  numerical validation.- New challenges in multiscale DIC analysis for bi-pantographic structures.- Modeling deformation of particle systems in terms of swarm robots.- Forced vibration analysis of in-plane circularly curved Timoshenko beam subjected to a moving mass.- The role of the pivots in damage in pantographic structures.- A multi-disciplinary approach to mechanical metamaterial synthesis: a hierarchical modular multi-scale cellular structure paradigm.- Linear in-plane vibration analysis of pantographic fabrics: modeling and experimental validation.- Experimental evidences of millimetric pantographic structures: a review.