Waves in Nonlinear Pre-Stressed Materials [Paperback]

Papers in this book provide a state-of-the-art examination of waves in pre-stressed materials. Youll gain new perspectives via a multi-disciplinary approach that interweaves key topics. These topics include the mathematical modeling of incremental material response (elastic and inelastic), an analysis of the governing differential equations, and boundary-value problems. Detailed illustrations help you visualize key concepts and processes.

Incremental Statics and Dynamics of Pre-Stressed Elastic Materials (R. W. Ogden).- Small-On-Large Theory with Applications to Granular Materials and Fluid/Solid Systems (A. N. Norris).- Interface Waves in Pre-Stressed Incompressible Solids (M. Destrade).- Linear and Nonlinear Wave Propagation in Coated or Uncoated Elastic Half-Spaces (Y. B. Fu).- Finite Amplitude Waves in Nonlinear Elastodynamics and Related Theories: A Personal Overview (G. Saccomandi).- Numerical Methods for Elastic Wave Propagation (P. Joly).

Provides a unique, state-of-the-art examination of waves in pre-stressed materials

Offers new perspectives and insights via a multi-disciplinary approach that interweaves several key topics

Presents a variety of computational methods to solve problems, emphasizing industrial, geophysical, and biomechanical applications

Explores both classical and emerging applications