Configurational forces as basic concepts of continuum physics
By: Morton E. Gurtin.
Series: Applied mathematical sciences ;; 137; Applied mathematical sciences (Springer-Verlag New York Inc.) ;; v. 137.
Publisher: Springer
Published: 2000
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 249
Subjects: Field theory (Physics); Configuration space
Description: "This monograph presents a rational treatment of the notion of configurational forces; it is an effort to promote a new viewpoint. Included is a presentation of configurational forces within a classical context and a discussion of their use in areas as diverse as phase transitions and fracture." "The work should be of interest to materials scientists, mechanicians, and mathematicians."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [239]-245) and index.