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The Thermomechanics of Plasticity and Fracture
Author(s): Gerard A. Maugin (Author)
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date: June 26, 1992
- Edition: 1st
- Language: English
- Print length: 372 pages
- ISBN-10: 0521397804
- ISBN-13: 9780521397803
Book Description
This book concentrates on the mathematical theory of plasticity and fracture, and presents it in a thermomechanical framework. It follows the macroscopic, phenomenological approach, which proposes equations abstracted from generally accepted experimental facts, studies the adequacy of the consequences drawn from these equations to those facts, and then provides useful tools for designers and engineers. Many examples of plasticity and fracture are presented, and each chapter concludes with problems for students.
Editorial Reviews
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“One could characterize the style of the book as ‘robust’. It has obvious pedagogical appeal. In the introduction the author expresses his hope that the book will find its place both on the student’s shelf and in the professional scientist’s office. The reviewer strongly recommends that.” Miroslav Silhavy, Mathematical Reviews
Book Description
This book concentrates upon the mathematical theory of plasticity and fracture as opposed to the physical theory of these fields, presented in the thermomechanical framework.
