Mechanics of Deformable Solids

The objective of this course is to model solid continuous media, focusing initially on elastostatics under the assumption of small perturbations. In this course, we will explore the application of the fundamental principle of statics to deformable solids. To this end, the following concepts are introduced: tensors and tensor fields, tensor algebra and analysis, boundary value problems, the fundamental principle of statics, and the principle of virtual powers. Techniques for the analytical solution of classical problems and energy-based approaches will be covered. This course is fundamental to the education of students in mechanics, whether they are pursuing careers in design and engineering or in R&D.

• The objective of this course is to model solid continuous media, focusing initially on elastostatics under the assumption of small perturbations. In this course, we will explore the application of the fundamental principle of statics to deformable solids. To this end, the following concepts are introduced: tensors and tensor fields, tensor algebra and analysis, boundary value problems, the fundamental principle of statics, and the principle of virtual powers. Techniques for the analytical solution of classical problems and energy-based approaches will be covered. This course is fundamental to the education of students in mechanics, whether they are pursuing careers in design and engineering or in R&D.

• Mathematical Tools for Mechanics.
• Linear Algebra.
• Strength of Materials

   

  Recommended prerequisites*:

  Solving Differential Equations

Final Exam