Mariano P. M. (2002), Multifield theories in mechanics of solids, Adv. Appl. Mech., 38, 1-93.
Mariano P. M. (2014), Mechanics of material mutations, Adv. Appl. Mech., 47, 1-91.
Learning Objectives
The aim of the course is to introduce students to research topics in mechanics of solids.
Prerequisites
A non-trivial knowledge of the topics of the first course in Mechanics of Materials is necessary.
Teaching Methods
Lectures.
Type of Assessment
Oral exam.
Course program
1) Mechanics of simple materials with discontinuity surfaces.
2) Material mutations. The concept of relative power and consequences of its invariance under changes in observers: balances of configurational actions.