Continuum Thermodynamics and Material Modelling

A complete treatment of continuum thermodynamics with applications to material modelling, packed with examples and illustrations.

Kari Santaoja (Author), J. N. Reddy (Author)

9781316517352, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 13 June 2024

524 pages
25.1 x 17.6 x 3.3 cm, 1.08 kg

'This book provides a bridge from standard continuum mechanics to the state of the art in material modeling theory. Without compromising on pedagogy, the authors skillfully introduce the concepts and historical motivations of non-equilibrium thermodynamics in the context of material modelling. The detailed derivations and broad scope of applications - ranging from damage mechanics to fluids - make this text a valuable resource for the novice as well as the experienced practitioner.' Brandon Runnels, Iowa State University

This concise and rigorous textbook introduces students to continuum thermodynamics, combining a complete treatment of the subject with practical applications to material modelling. It presents mathematical prerequisites and the foundations of continuum mechanics, then introduces more advanced topics such as theories for the investigation of material models. Taking the student step-by-step through the subject, it allows full understanding of the theory and how it relates to real-world practical applications. Packed with examples and illustrations to describe complex concepts and mathematical derivations, and including end-of-chapter problems with helpful hints, this is the ideal, accessible introduction to continuum thermodynamics for senior undergraduate and graduate students in mechanical, aeronautical and civil engineering.

Preface
1. Introduction
2. Mathematical prerequisites
3. Kinematics of a continuum and integral rules
4. Continuum mechanics
5. Introduction to continuum thermodynamics
6. Axioms of thermodynamics and their consequences
7. Special cases of continuum thermodynamics and validation of material models
8. Material models for heat conduction and time-independent deformation
9. Material models for creep
10. Damage
11. Introduction to material models in fluid mechanics
References
Appendices
Index.

Subject Areas: Mechanics of solids [TGMD]