A Concise Proof of the Representation Theorem for Fourth-Order Isotropic Tensors

We present a new proof of the representation theorem for fourth-order isotropic tensors that does not assume the tensor to have major or minor symmetries at the outset.     

Derivation of the general form of elasticity tensor of the transverse isotropic material by tensor derivate

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Basis-free expressions for derivatives of a subclass of nonsymmetric isotropic tensor functions

The present paper generalizes the method for solving the derivatives of sym- metric isotropic tensor-valued functions proposed by Dui and Chen(2004)to a subclass of nonsymmetric tensor functions satisfying the commutative condition.This subclass of tensor functions is more general than those investigated by the existing methods.In the case of three distinct eigenvalues,the commutativity makes it possible to introduce two scalar functions,which will be used to construct the general nonsymmetric tensor func- tions and their derivatives.In the cases of repeated eigenvalues,the results are acquired by taking limits.     

A direct representation of the rotation tensor in polar decomposition of deformation gradient and its applications

Through a variational approach, an explicit connection between the additive and the polar decompositions of deformation gradient has been established. An exact formula for determining the rotation tensor in polar decomposition is obtained. The formula is fundamental in continuum mechanics and can be used to separate the rotation and the pure strain in deformation, by which various approximate expressions can be easily obtained.     

Second-order relative exponent of isotropic turbulence

Theoretical results on the scaling properties of turbulent velocity fields are reported in this letter. Based on the Kolmogorov equation and typical models of the second-order statistical moments (energy spectrum and the second-order structure function), we have studied the relative scaling using the ESS method. It is found that the relative EES scaling exponent S₂ is greater than the real or theoretical inertial range scaling exponent ξ₂, which is attributed to an evident bump in the ESS range.     

Basic Issues Concerning Finite Strain Measures and Isotropic Stress-Deformation Relations

It is indicated that the commonly-used Rivlin–Ericksen representation formula for isotropic tensor functions exhibits some properties that might be undesirable for its reasonable and effective applications. Towards clarification and improvement, a set of three mutually orthogonal tensor generators is introduced to achieve an alternative representation formula for isotropic symmetric tensor-valued functions of a symmetric tensor. This representation formula enables us to express the unknown representative coefficients in terms of simple, explicit tensorial inner products of the argument tensor and the value tensor without involving their eigenvalues. In particular, the tensorial interpolation expressions thus obtained assume a unified form for the three different cases of coalescence of the eigenvalues of the argument tensor. Moreover, each summand in the alternative representation formula is shown to inherit the continuity and differentiability properties of the represented isotropic tensor function. These results are used to study some basic issues concerning finite strain measures and stress-deformation relations of isotropic materials, such as continuity and differentiability properties of the representation, determination of the representative coefficients in terms of experimental data for stress and deformation tensors, and computations of finite strain measures. This revised version was published online in June 2006 with corrections to the Cover Date.     

Effective elastic moduli of periodic granular composite with transversely isotropic phases

We find a rigorous solution describing the macroscopically uniform stress state of a periodic granular composite with transversely isotropic phases. The structure of the composite is modeled by a cube containing a finite number of arbitrarily arranged and oriented, transversely isotropic spherical inclusions. This provides the model with a flexible means of describing the microstructure. Applying periodic vector solutions and local expansion formulas reduces the initial boundary-value problem to a system of linear algebraic equations. By averaging the solution over the unit cell, we derived exact finite expressions for the components of the effective stiffness tensor. The numerical data presented help to evaluate the efficiency of the method and the limits of applicability of available approximate theories.Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 40, No. 9, pp. 123–130, September 2004.     

PRINCIPAL AXIS INTRINSIC METHOD AND THE HIGH DIMENSIONAL TENSOR EQUATION AX－XA＝C

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各向同性和横观各向同性材料的统一点力解

本文根据横观各向同性弹性力学的通解获得了无限体的点力解，由它可以直接退化到各向同性情形的Ｋｅｌｖｉｎ解，利用这个点力解编制的边界元法程序，适用于横观各向同性材料也适用于各向同性材料，因此是真正的统一点力解。还用边界元法计算了两个数值例题。     

A unified evolution equation for the Cauchy stress tensor of an isotropic elasto-visco-plastic material

In the present study an evolution equation for the Cauchy stress tensor is proposed for an isotropic elasto-visco-plastic continuum. The proposed stress model takes effects of elasticity, viscosity and plasticity of the material simultaneously into account. It is ascribed with some scalar coefficient functions and, in particular, with an unspecified tensor-valued function N, which is handled as an independent constitutive quantity. It is demonstrated that by varying the values and the specific functional forms of these coefficients and N, different known models in non-Newtonian rheology can be reproduced. A thermodynamic analysis, based on the Müller–Liu entropy principle, is performed. The results show that these coefficients and N are not allowed to vary arbitrarily, but should satisfy certain restrictions. Simple postulates are made to further simplify the deduced general results of the thermodynamic analysis. They yield justification and thermodynamic consistency of the existing models for a class of materials embracing thermoelasticity, hypoelasticity and in particular hypoplasticity, of which the thermodynamic foundation is established successively for the first time in literature. The study points at the wide applicability and practical usefulness of the present model in different fields from non-Newtonian fluid to solid mechanics. In this paper the thermodynamic analysis of the proposed evolution-type stress model is discussed, its applications are reported later.      

Isotropic polynomial invariants of Hall tensor

The Hall tensor emerges from the study of the Hall effect, an important magnetic effect observed in electric conductors and semiconductors. The Hall tensor is third-order and three-dimensional, whose first two indices are skew-symmetric. This paper investigates the isotropic polynomial invariants of the Hall tensor by connecting it with a second-order tensor via the third-order Levi-Civita tensor. A minimal isotropic integrity basis with 10 invariants for the Hall tensor is proposed. Furthermore, it is proved that this minimal integrity basis is also an irreducible isotropic function basis of the Hall tensor.     

Relations between cubic equation,stress tensor decomposition,and von Mises yield criterion

Inspired by Cardano's method for solving cubic scalar equations, the additive decomposition of spherical/deviatoric tensor (DSDT) is revisited from a new viewpoint. This decomposition simplifies the cubic tensor equation, decouples the spherical/deviatoric strain energy density, and lays the foundation for the von Mises yield criterion. Besides, it is verified that under the precondition of energy decoupling and the simplest form, the DSDT is the only possible form of the additive decomposition with physical meanings.     

Identification of symmetry type of linear elastic stiffness tensor in an arbitrarily orientated coordinate system

We develop a method through the mirror plane (MP) to identify the symmetry type of linear elastic stiffness tensor whose components are given with respect to an arbitrarily oriented coordinate system. The method is based on the irreducible decomposition of high-order tensor into a set of deviators and the multipole representation of a deviator into a scalar and a unit-vector set. Since a unit-vector depends on two Euler angles, we can illustrate the MP normals of the elastic tensor as zeros of a characteristic function on a unit disk and identify its symmetry immediately, which is clearer and simpler than the methods proposed before. Furthermore, by finding the common MPs of three unit-vector sets using Fortran recipes, we can also analytically recognize the symmetry type first and then recover the natural coordinate system associated with the linear elastic tensor. The structures of linear elastic stiffness tensors of real materials with all possible anisotropies are investigated in detail.     

Axisymmetric thermoelastoplastic stress-strain state of flexible laminated transversely isotropic shells

The paper presents a technique for numerical analysis of the elastoplastic stress-strain state of flexible laminated shells of revolution made of isotropic and transversely isotropic materials and subjected to axisymmetric loading and heating. The technique is based on the Kirchhoff-Love hypotheses for the whole laminate. The deformation of the isotropic materials is described using the theory of deformation along paths of small curvature. The deformation of the transversely isotropic material is described using the flow theory with isotropic hardening. The process of loading is divided into steps at each of which the stress-strain state is determined by the method of successive approximations. A numerical example is given __________ Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 42, No. 12, pp. 76–86, December, 2006.     

On the evolution of decaying isotropic turbulence

A direct numerical simulation is performed on 256³ grids for decaying isotropic turbulence. The total kinematic energy, Taylor micro-scale, Taylor micro-scale Reynolds number and the velocity derivative skewness are calculated. The snapshots of energy spectra and energy transfer spectra are plotted. These measurements verify the DIA predictions: decaying isotropic turbulence has the energy propagation and occupies the final decay periods. The skewness remains to some level with small variation even in the final decay period.     

Symmetric low-frequency motion in incompressible transversely isotropic elastic plates

The problem of long-wave low-frequency extensional (symmetric) motion in a layer composed of incompressible, transversely isotropic elastic material is investigated. Motivated by appropriate approximations of the dispersion relation, a hierarchy of asymptotically approximate boundary value problems is set up and solved. A leading order system of equations is obtained for the governing extensions, together with a refined system for their second order counterparts. A one-dimensional model problem, involving impact edge loading, is set up and solved in order to illustrate the derived theory.     

Flow through isotropic granular porous media

A generalization of the Navier-Stokes equation is developed to include laminar flow through a rigid isotropic granular porous medium of spatially varying permeability. The model is based on a theory of interspersed continua and the mean geometrical properties of an idealized granular porous microstructure. The derived momentum transport equations are applicable to granular porous media over the entire porosity range from zero through unity. No restriction with respect to flow velocity is imposed, except for the assumption of laminar flow within the pores. The results provide useful and versatile equations and substantiate many of the empirical equations currently in use. One of the major advantages of the generalized momentum equation is its adaptability to numerical simulation.     

Elastoplastic deformation of elements of an isotropic solid along paths of small curvature: Constitutive equations incorporating the stress mode

Constitutive equations relating the components of the stress tensor in a Eulerian coordinate system and the linear components of the finite-strain tensor are derived. These stress and strain measures are energy-consistent. It is assumed that the stress deviator is coaxial with the plastic-strain differential deviator and that the first invariants of the stress and strain tensors are in a nonlinear relationship. In the case of combined elastoplastic deformation of elements of the body, this relationship, as well as the relationship between the second invariants of the stress and strain deviators, is determined from fundamental tests on a tubular specimen subjected to proportional loading at several values of stress mode angle (the third invariant of the stress deviator). Methods to individualize these relationships are proposed. The initial assumptions are experimentally validated. The constitutive equations derived underlie an algorithm for solving boundary-value problems __________ Translated from Prikladnaya Mekhanika, Vol. 43, No. 6, pp. 43–55, June 2007.     

Traction discontinuity problem in 3D BEM of the transversely isotropic material

The so-called edge problem, i.e., the traction discontinuity at edges or corners of the domain, is solved for the case of the transversely isotropic material being introduced into 3D BEM. The auxiliary relationship equations for the additional traction components are derived and the arbitrary inclination of the isotropic plane of the material is taken into account in the mean time. An example is given, and the comparison of the numerical result of the example with the theoritical solution is also illustrated.     

THE LINEAR BI-SPATIAL TENSOR EQUATIONφijAiXBj= C

A linear bi-spatial tensor equation which contains many often encountered equations as particular cases is thoroughly studied. Explicit solutions are obtained. No conditions on eigenvalues of coefficient tensors are imposed.