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Course
Pro-forma
Bachelor of Engineering (Materials)
Code
KMEB4349
Title
Continuum Mechanics
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
120 hours
Credit
3
Learning Outcomes
1.
Develop a constitutive model (stress-strain relation) for the
mechanical response of materials
2.
Solve basic engineering problems involving stress, strain and
fracture of solids
3.
Characterize different material behavior: linear elasticity,
hyperelasticity, viscoelasticity, elasto-plasticity
Synopsis
Introduction to continuum mechanics and constitutive modeling
of materials behavior. Vector and tensor algebra. Strain and
stress tensors. General overview on mechanical response of
materials. Linear elastic materials: generalized Hookes law. Non-
linear elastic (hyperelastic) materials: rubberlike elasticity.
Viscoelasticity: time-dependent behavior of solid polymers.
Elasto-plasticity: metal loaded beyond yield stress. Constitutive
equations: linear elasticity, hyperelasticity, viscoelasticity, elasto-
plasticity
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
1.
G.T. Mase and G.E. Mase. Continuum Mechanics for
Engineers. CRC Press. 2009.
2.
L.L. Malvern. Introduction to the Mechanics of a Continuous
Medium. Prentice-Hall Inc. 1969.
3.
G.A. Holzapfel. Nonlinear Solid Mechanics. A Continuum
Approach for Engineering. John Wiley. 2000.
4.
A.S. Khan and S. Huang. Continuum Theory of Plasticity. John
Wiley. 1995.
5.
P. Haupt and J.A. Kurth. Continuum Mechanics and Theory of
Materials. Springer. 2010.
6.
6. N. E. Dowling. Mechanical Behavior of Materials:
Engineering Methods for Deformation, Fracture and Fatigue.
Pearson Prentice Hall. 2007.
Soft Skills
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Problem solving
•
Team work