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Fionn Dunne, Nik Petrinic ... 258 pages - Publisher: Oxford University Press; 1st edition (August, 2005) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0198568266 - ISBN-13: 978-0198568261 ...

This book gives an introduction to computational plasticity and includes the kinematics of large deformations, together with relevant continuum mechanics. Central to the book is its focus on computational plasticity, and we cover an introduction to the finite element method which includes both quasi-static and dynamic problems. We then go on to describe explicit and implicit implementations of plasticity models in to finite element software. Throughout the book, we describe the general, multiaxial form of the theory but uniquely, wherever possible, reduce the equations to their simplest, uniaxial form to develop understanding of the general theory and we hope physical insight. We provide several examples of implicit and explicit implementations of von Mises time-independent and visco-plasticity in to the commercial code ABAQUS (including the fortran coding), which should prove invaluable to research students and practicing engineers developing ABAQUS 'UMATs'. The book bridges the gap between undergraduate material on plasticity and existing advanced texts on nonlinear computational mechanics, which makes it ideal for students and practicing engineers alike. It introduces a range of engineering applications, including superplasticity, porous plasticity, cyclic plasticity and thermo-mechanical fatigue, to emphasize the subject's relevance and importance.

Jacob Lubliner ... 544 pages- Publisher: Dover Publications; (February, 2008) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0486462900 - ISBN-13: 978-0486462905 ...

The aim of Plasticity Theory is to provide a comprehensive introduction to the contemporary state of knowledge in basic plasticity theory and to its applications. It treats several areas not commonly found between the covers of a single book: the physics of plasticity, constitutive theory, dynamic plasticity, large-deformation plasticity, and numerical methods, in addition to a representative survey of problems treated by classical methods, such as elastic-plastic problems, plane plastic flow, and limit analysis; the problem discussed come from areas of interest to mechanical, structural, and geotechnical engineers, metallurgists and others. The necessary mathematics and basic mechanics and thermodynamics are covered in an introductory chapter, making the book a self-contained text suitable for advanced undergraduates and graduate students, as well as a reference for practitioners of solid mechanics.

J. A. König ... 224 pages - Publisher: North Holland; (December, 2012) ... Language: English - ASIN: B01DRXANW6 by Amazon Digital Services ...

In this book, the author has collected existing information on the analysis of elastic-plastic structures subjected to variable repeated loads and to variable temperature fields. He presents the foundations of the theory and its applications to the shakedown analysis of structures of various types and to computational algorithms. The book provides useful and interesting material for students of civil and mechanical engineering, practising engineers with a good mathematical background and also scientists concerned with the analysis of inelastic structures.

Hartwig Hübel ... 318 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (June, 2016) ... Language: English - ASIN: B01HRB6OOA by Amazon Digital Services ...

The present book provides a new method to estimate elastic-plastic strains via a series of linear elastic analyses. For a life prediction of structures subjected to variable loads, frequently encountered in mechanical and civil engineering, the cyclically accumulated deformation and the elastic plastic strain ranges are required. The Simplified Theory of Plastic Zones (STPZ) is a direct method which provides the estimates of these and all other mechanical quantities in the state of elastic and plastic shakedown. The STPZ is described in detail, with emphasis on the fact that not only scientists but engineers working in applied fields and advanced students are able to get an idea of the possibilities and limitations of the STPZ. Numerous illustrations and examples are provided to support the reader's understanding.

R. Hill ... 366 pages - Publisher: Oxford Univ. Press; 2nd edition (November, 1998) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0198503679 - ISBN-13: 978-0198503675 ...

Written by one of the leaders in the field and first published in 1950, this book remains a classic treatment of the mathematical theory of plastic materials.

Mumtaz Kassir ... 563 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; 1st edition (October, 2017) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1138061913 - ISBN-13: 978-1138061910 ...

Applied Elasticity and Plasticity is a comprehensive work that introduces graduate students and professionals in civil, mechanical, aeronautical and metallurgical engineering to the basic theories of elasticity, plasticity and their practical applications. Based on experimental data of static tension tests of material, several elastic and plastic stress-strain relations are derived, and commonly-used yield criteria and strain hardening rules are discussed as well. Analysis of conventional, deviatoric and mathematical stress and strain in two and three dimensions is presented. Analytical applications include torsion and bending of structural components subjected to various loadings, thick-walled cylindrical and spherical vessels subjected to internal and external pressures, stress-concentrations around holes, stress-intensity factors in structural components containing circular, elliptical and many more concepts important for professionals and students alike.

Wai-Fah Chen ... 474 pages - Publisher: J. Ross Publishing; (January, 2007) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1932159746 - ISBN-13: 978-1932159745 ...

This indispensable reference presents a unified treatment of mathematical models of concrete structural analysis. In Part I, the author considers the experimental data regarding stress and strain characteristics of concrete under biaxial and multiaxial stress states and presents empirical equations for modulus and fracture strength. Part II discusses concrete elasticity, generalized failure, and fracture criteria, while the final part addresses concrete plasticity with applications of limit analysis and finite element analysis to concrete and reinforced structures. Key Features: Offers a comprehensive review of the advantages and limitations of constitutive equations and failure criteria with suggestions for improvements and refinements - Provides test results of the mechanical properties of concrete and summaries of the generally accepted experimental results in the field - Includes worked examples, chapter summaries, a glossary, chapter references, and a bibliography of finite element applications...

A. Rosochowski ... 320 pages - Publisher: Whittles Publishing; 1st edition (February, 2017) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 1498784283 - ISBN-13: 978-1498784283 ...

A. Anandarajah ... 653 pages - Publisher: Springer; 2010 edition (November, 2014) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1489982418 - ISBN-13: 978-1489982414 ...

This book presents the latest developments in the area of elasto-plastic finite element modeling of solids, particulates and pressure-dependent materials and structures. It also contains problem sets, exercises and a solutions manual for instructors. Computational Methods in Elasticity and Plasticity: Solids and Porous Media presents the latest developments in the area of elastic and elasto-plastic finite element modeling of solids, porous media and pressure-dependent materials and structures. The book covers the following topics in depth: the mathematical foundations of solid mechanics, the finite element method for solids and porous media, the theory of plasticity and the finite element implementation of elasto-plastic constitutive models. The book also includes: - A detailed coverage of elasticity for isotropic and anisotropic solids. - A detailed treatment of nonlinear iterative methods that could be used for nonlinear elastic and elasto-plastic analyses. - A detailed treatment of a kinematic hardening von Mises model that could be used to simulate cyclic behavior of solids. - Discussion of recent advances in the analysis of porous media and pressure-dependent materials in more detail than other books currently available. Computational Methods in Elasticity and Plasticity: Solids and Porous Media  also contains problem sets, worked examples and  a solutions manual for instructors.

Michael R. Horne ... 188 pages - Publisher: Pergamon; 2nd edition (November, 2014) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 1483172643 - ISBN-13: 978-1483172644 ...

"The plastic theory of structures," the author writes, "is an essential complement to elastic theory. The readily applied forms of either theory depend on idealized mathematical models both of the material properties and of the fabricated nature of the structure. By applying each theory in turn to the same structure, a much better overall picture is obtained of the stability, rigidity, and strength than is possible by applying either theory on its own."

Plastic theory is used as the basis of design for the majority of single-story rigid frames and is being increasingly applied to multistory frames. An important feature of the theory is the extent to which intuitive ideas of structural behavior may be used to solve problems. In this text, Professor Horne employs this method to explain the principles involved. He backs up the intuitive approach by formal statements and proofs of theorems and explains the methods of plastic analysis. Methods which are of value in design applications and are suited primarily to hand calculations are emphasized, but methods suitable for computer application are also included. Relevant problems are given at the end of each chapter with answers at the end of the book.

Andreas Öchsner ... 596 pages - Publisher: Springer; (August, 2014) -

Akhtar S. Khan, Sujian Huang ... 440 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 1st edition (February, 1995) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0471310433 - ISBN-13: 978-0471310433 ...

The only modern, up-to-date introduction to plasticity Despite phenomenal progress in plasticity research over the past fifty years, introductory books on plasticity have changed very little. To meet the need for an up-to-date introduction to the field, Akhtar S. Khan and Sujian Huang have written Continuum Theory of Plasticity--a truly modern text which offers a continuum mechanics approach as well as a lucid presentation of the essential classical contributions. The early chapters give the reader a review of elementary concepts of plasticity, the necessary background material on continuum mechanics, and a discussion of the classical theory of plasticity. Recent developments in the field are then explored in sections on the Mroz Multisurface model, the Dafalias and Popov Two Surface model, the non-linear kinematic hardening model, the endochronic theory of plasticity, and numerous topics in finite deformation plasticity theory and strain space formulation for plastic deformation. Final chapters introduce the fundamentals of the micromechanics of plastic deformation and the analytical coupling between deformation of individual crystals and macroscopic material response of the polycrystal aggregate. For graduate students and researchers in engineering mechanics, mechanical, civil, and aerospace engineering, Continuum Theory of Plasticity offers a modern, comprehensive introduction to the entire subject of plasticity. Uses a continuum mechanics approach to understanding and predicting the behavior of solids under deformation stress and strain. Presents a modern viewpoint of plasticity which covers the traditional topics of stress-strain relationships, loading and unloading behavior and the microscopic phenomena that occur during deformation. Features the latest developments in the field. 

Wai-Fah Chen, D. J. Han ... 606 pages - Publisher: Springer; 1st edition (January, 1988) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1461283809 - ISBN-13: 978-1461283805 ...

Plasticity for Structural Engineers is a practical work that provides engineers and students in structural engineering or structural mechanics with the background needed to make the transition from fundamental theory to computer implementation and engineering practice. It sets out initially to examine the stress-strain behaviors of materials under simple test conditions, goes on to show how these behaviors can be generalized under combined stresses, and finally outlines the finite element implementation of the generalized stress-strain relations for the solution of practical steel and concrete structural problems. Plasticity for Structural Engineers not only offers the reader an understanding of the fundamental principles and theory of plasticity in a form that does not require extensive mathematical experience, but also provides the reader with a compact and convenient summary of the modern development of concrete plasticity and limit analysis in structural engineering.

Koichi Hashiguchi, Yuki Yamakawa ... 440 pages - Publisher: Wiley; 1st edition (November, 2012) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1119951852 - ISBN-13: 978-1119951858 ...

L. M Kachanov ... 482 pages - Publisher: North-Holland Publication.; (1971) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 0444101004 - ISBN-13: 978-0444101006 ...

Intended for use by advanced engineering students and practicing engineers, this volume focuses on the plastic deformation of metals at normal temperatures, as applied to the strength of machines and structures. It covers problems associated with the special nature of plastic state and important applications of plasticity theory.

Jagabanduhu Chakrabarty ... 
882 pages - Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann; 3rd edition (May, 2006) ...
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0750666382 - ISBN-13: 978-0750666381 ... 

Plasticity is concerned with the mechanics of materials deformed beyond their elastic limit. A strong knowledge of plasticity is essential for engineers dealing with a wide range of engineering problems, such as those encountered in the forming of metals, the design of pressure vessels, the mechanics of impact, civil and structural engineering, as well as the understanding of fatigue and the economical design of structures.

Theory of Plasticity is the most comprehensive reference on the subject as well as the most up to date - no other significant Plasticity reference has been published recently, making this of great interest to academics and professionals. This new edition presents extensive new material on the use of computational methods, plus coverage of important developments in cyclic plasticity and soil plasticity, and is accompanied by a fully worked solutions manual.

* A complete plasticity reference for graduate students, researchers and practicing engineers; no other book offers such an up to date or comprehensive reference on this key continuum mechanics subject * Updates with new material on computational analysis and applications, new end of chapter exercises and a worked solutions manual * Plasticity is a key subject in all mechanical engineering disciplines, as well as in manufacturing engineering and civil engineering. Chakrabarty is one of the subject's leading figures.

Hoon Huh, C. G. Park, C. S. Lee, Y. T. Keum ... 
898 pages - Publisher: World Scientific Pub Co Inc; (May, 2009)
Language: English - ISBN-10: 9814261564 - ISBN-13: 978-9814261562

The primary objective of the Asia-Pacific Conference on Engineering Plasticity and Its Applications (AEPA) is to provide a free forum for exchanging ideas and introducing the latest research findings in the field of engineering plasticity. This conference is unique among the related conferences in that it provides a forum for all fields of plasticity so that multi-disciplinary research works are encouraged. This proceedings volume consists of papers presented at AEPA2008, and covers the following categories in all fields of engineering plasticity: constitutive modeling; damage, fracture, fatigue and failure; dynamic loading and crash dynamics; engineering applications and case studies; experimental and numerical techniques; molecular dynamics; nano, meso, micro and crystal plasticity; phase transformations; plastic instability and strain localization; plasticity in advanced materials; plasticity in materials processing technology; plasticity in tribology; porous, cellular and composite materials; structural plasticity; superplasticity; and, time-dependent deformation. Ranging from nanoscale to macroscale applications of engineering plasticity, this book touches upon fields as diverse as mechanical engineering, materials science, physics, chemistry and civil engineering.

K. Washizu ... 540 pages - Publisher: Pergamon Pr; 3rd edition (September 1982)
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0080267238 - ISBN-13: 978-0080267234

R. O. Davis, A. P. S. Selvadurai ... 300 pages - Publisher: Cambridge University Press (August 22, 2005)
Language: English - ISBN-10: 0521018099 - ISBN-13: 978-0521018098

Plasticity and Geomechanics presents a concise introduction to the general subject of plasticity with a particular emphasis on applications in geomechanics. Derived from the authors' own lecture notes, excessive use of mathematical methods is avoided in the main body of the text and where possible, physical interpretations are given for important concepts. This book therefore complements Elasticity and Geomechanics by the same authors and will appeal to graduate students and researchers in the fields of soil mechanics, geotechnical engineering, and geomechanics.

P. M. Dixit, U. S. Dixit ... 602 pages - Publisher: CRC Press; (October, 2014) ... Language: English - ISBN-10: 1466506180 - ISBN-13: 978-1466506183.