Configurational Forces as Basic Concepts of Continuum Physics (Applied Mathematical Sciences) (v. 137) [Hardcover]

Morton E. Gurtin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 29, 1999 | ISBN-10: 0387986677 | ISBN-13: 978-0387986678 | Edition: 1

Included is a presentation of configurational forces within a classical context and a discussion of their use in areas as diverse as phase transitions and fracture.

Editorial Reviews

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SIAM REVIEW

"This important book presents the development, within the framework of continuum mechanics, of the mathematical theory of such accretive forces…The monograph is a clearly and concisely written collection of short chapters…The framework provided by the use of configurational as well as standard forces is convincingly set out in an elegant and unifying manner and is applicable to a variety of significant issues in continuum mechanics. The author has produced a book that is certain to be of great importance to many workers in the mechanics and physics of continua."

MATHEMATICAL REVIEWS

"…the more original contributions in the book devoted to interfaces and solidifications are extremely interesting. They obviously correspond to the specific domain to which the author has powerfully contributed with great ingenuity and talent."

Product Details

• Hardcover: 285 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (December 29, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0387986677
• ISBN-13: 978-0387986678
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,659,638 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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