On the cavitation problem and the influence of the surface energy in a viscoplastic medium

In this Note, the solution for spherically symmetric cavitation in a viscoplastic material is analysed. To ensure of the reality of the physical behaviour of the material, the problem is studied by considering a hollow sphere whose matrix obeys to a modified Bodner and Partom model. This local phenomenon is understood in the sense of the rapid growth of a pre-existing void and a particular attention is made to understand the influence of the surface energy on the critical dilative stress. To cite this article: F. Zaïri et al., C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).     

Analysis of thermoelastic effects accompanying the deformation of PMMA and PC polymers

A thermographic analysis of heat sources accompanying the deformation of PMMA and PC polymers revealed several possible ways of introducing the thermoelastic coupling effects in the modelling. Therefore we used two basic linear viscoelastic models in which an elastic component was replaced by a thermoelastic branch. This Note highlights the practical interest of our approach for describing variations in thermoelastic sources during pulsating tensile testing of PMMA and PC samples. To cite this article: S. Moreau et al., C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).     

A harmonic balance method for the non-linear vibration of viscoelastic shellsVibrations non linéaires des structures viscoélastiques par une méthode de la balance harmonique

In this Note, we deal with the non-linear vibration of viscoelastic shell structures. Coupling a harmonic balance method with a one mode Galerkin's procedure, one obtains an amplitude equation depending on two complex coefficients. These are determined by solving a classical eigenvalue problem and two linear problems. This permits us to characterize the evolution of the loss factor with the vibration amplitude. To validate our approach, the amplitude-frequency and the amplitude-loss factor relationships are illustrated in the case of a circular ring. To cite this article: E.H. Boutyour et al., C. R. Mecanique 334 (2006).     

A two scale method for modulated vibration modes of large,nearly repetitive,structuresUne méthode asymptotique à deux échelles pour les modes de vibrations modulés des longues structures presque répétitives

Nearly repetitive structures can present at least two kinds of vibration modes: localized modes and modulated ones. In this Note, the multiple scale method is applied to characterize a packet of modulated modes. In this respect, only small size problems are to be solved: periodic problems posed on a few basic cells and amplitude equations, which define a sort of homogenized model for this type of modes. It is established that the influence of the non-repetitive part of the structure is accounted by a boundary condition. To cite this article: E.M. Daya et al., C. R. Mecanique 331 (2003).     

Nonlinear composites: a linearization procedure,exact to second-order in contrast and for which the strain-energy and affine formulations coincideComposites non linéaires : un schéma exact au second ordre pour lequel la formulation en énergie de déformation coı̈ncide avec la formulation affine

This Note presents a new approximate scheme for nonlinear composites. The approximation which is made preserves certain features of the original second-order scheme of Ponte Castañeda, exactness to second-order in the contrast and existence of an effective energy, but improves on one drawback, which is the gap between the strain-energy formulation and the affine formulation. A numerical example shows the accuracy of the present method. To cite this article: N. Lahellec, P. Suquet, C. R. Mecanique 332 (2004).     

Selection of two-dimensional nonlinear strain waves in micro-structured mediaSelection d'ondes de déformation non linéaires à deux dimensions dans des milieux à microstructure

It is shown that the micro-displacement gradient allows the propagation of two-dimensional localized long nonlinear strain waves in a medium with microstructure. These waves may exist even in the presence of dissipation and energy input in the microstructured medium but with selected values of the wave amplitude and velocity. An increase or a decrease in the wave amplitude and velocity happens faster at the initial stage than that of the plane localized wave. However, their steady values selected by the energy input/output, are higher for the plane waves. To cite this article: A.V. Porubov et al., C. R. Mecanique 332 (2004).     

Homogenization of an elastic medium reinforced by anisotropic fibersHomogénéisation d'un milieu élastique renforcé par des fibres anisotropes

We present results in this Note concerning a vector version in the framework of linearized elasticity (see A. Sili, Homogenization of an elastic medium reinforced by anisotropic fibers, in press), of our previous work in which we have studied the homogenization of a scalar nonlinear monotone problem posed on a fibered medium (see A. Sili, Homogenization of a nonlinear monotone problem in an anisotropic medium, in press). Here, we assume that parallel elastic anisotropic fibers, periodically distributed with a period of size ε in a cube $\text{Ω}$, are surrounded by a soft elastic material, the elasticity coefficients of this material being in the ratio ε² with those of the fibers. We prove that the homogenized problem is nonlocal and involves variables linked together with the anisotropy of the fibers. To cite this article: A. Sili, C. R. Mecanique 331 (2003).     

Mixing and coherent vortices in turbulent coaxial jets

Direct numerical simulations associated with mixing in constant-density round coaxial jets are performed. They are validated by comparison against laboratory experiments. The mixing process is studied by seeding a passive tracer first in the outer annular jet, then in the inner jet. We demonstrate the important role played by coherent vortices in the mixing mechanisms. The turbulent mixing exhibits an intermittent character as a consequence of fluid ejections caused by the counter-rotating streamwise vortices. We quantify also the domination of the outer jet and show that the fluid issuing from the central jet remains confined. To cite this article: G. Balarac, M. Si-Ameur, C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).     

Justification of the kinematic assumptions for thin-walled rods with shallow profile

In this Note we present a justification of the kinematic assumptions for thin-walled rods with shallow profile. These assumptions are fundamental to writing the one-dimensional equilibrium equations for such structures. The obtained kinematics are different from the Vlassov case, which is only valid for strongly curved profiles. They are also different from the that classically used in shell theory. The justification given in this Note is based on an asymptotic approach. To cite this article: L. Grillet et al., C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).     

On the effect of small fluctuations in the volume fraction of constituents on the effective properties of composites

This study deals with three-scale composite materials comprised of nonlinear constituents. At the meso scale the composite can be considered as locally homogeneous with a macroscopic spatial variation of the constituents volume fraction. When these variations about a mean value are small, a Taylor expansion to second-order of the effective properties of the composite with respect to the fluctuations is given. This expansion can be used to discuss the beneficial or deleterious effects of clusters of inhomogeneities. It can also be used to derive new upper and lower bounds for the effective properties of nonlinear composites from dilute results. To cite this article: P. Suquet, C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).     

Complexification phenomenon in an example of sensitive singular perturbationPhénomène de complexification dans un exemple de perturbation singulière sensitive

We consider singular perturbation problems depending on a parameter ε?0 such that for ε>0 the solution u^ε belongs to a Sobolev space on a domain $\text{Ω}$, but the limit u⁰ is not a distribution on $\text{Ω}$. A very simple model problem, solvable by Fourier transform allows us to study the complexification process of u^ε as $\text{ε↘0}$. The limit holds in the topology of a space of analytical functionals. To cite this article: C.A. De Souza, É. Sanchez-Palencia, C. R. Mecanique 332 (2004).     

On the Lagrange problem about the optimal form for circular hollow columnsSur le problème de Lagrange de la forme optimale d'une colonne circulaire aux parois minces

A new approach to the problem of finding the form of the strongest clamped circular column with thin walls of fixed volume and height is proposed. The same model describes also the form of the horizontal beam with rectangular vertical sections of a fixed height and variable widths. The existence and the uniqueness of the optimal column are proved here for the first time and the optimal form is found. To cite this article: Yu.V. Egorov, C. R. Mecanique 331 (2003).     

Shape optimization of an accommodative intra-ocular lens

Cataract surgery consists in replacing the clouded or opacified crystalline lens by an Intra-Ocular Lens (IOL) having the same mean dioptrical power. Clear vision is then achieved at a given distance and glasses are needed in many situations. A new kind of IOL, potentially accommodative, is proposed. Its design is based on the deep understanding of the accommodation mechanism and on the mathematical modeling and the numerical simulation of the IOL's comportment in vivo. A preliminary version of this IOL is now commercialized by the company HumanOptics under the name ‘1CU’. In a second phase, shape optimization techniques equipped with strong mechanical and physiological constraints, are used to enhance the IOL performance and build a new design. To cite this article: F. Jouve, K. Hanna, C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).     

Continuum modeling for the modulated vibration modes of large repetitive structuresModèle continu pour les modes de vibrations modulés des longues structures répétitives

By homogenization theory, one can predict the vibrations of long repetitive structures in the low frequency range. Beyond this range, many modes have a modulated shape. Based on a multiple scale analysis, a continuum model is presented, that is able to account for this class of modes. This model involves a real coefficient that can be computed from the finite element resolution of problems defined on a few basic cells. An application in 2D elasticity is presented. To cite this article: E.M. Daya et al., C. R. Mecanique 330 (2002) 333–338.     

Modélisation des problèmes d'impact avec dissipation d'énergie par frottement

The bi-potential method has been successfully applied for the modeling of frictional contact problems in static cases. This paper presents the application of this method for dynamic analysis of impact problems with multiple deformable bodies. A first order algorithm is applied for numerical integration of the time-discretized equation of motion. The numerical results show clearly the physical energy dissipation introduced by frictional effects between the solids in contact. To cite this article: B. Magnain et al., C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).     

Modélisation thermodynamique du frottement interne et de l'hystérésis d'un élastomèreThermodynamics modelling of internal friction and hysteresis of elastomers

The study of the physical structure of filled elastomers makes us able to identify the state variables needed to model the behavior of elastomeric materials. We build a thermodynamics potential (written for finite strains and in 3D) which accounts for the nonlinearity of the behavior, for a hysteresis independent of the time and of the loading rate and for Mullins effect, this without introducing damage. The model can be coupled with damage to predict the crack initiation conditions under monotonic and/or cyclic loading. To cite this article: S. Cantournet, R. Desmorat, C. R. Mecanique 331 (2003).     

Artificial boundary conditions on polyhedral truncation surfaces for three-dimensional elasticity systemsConditions aux limites artificielles sur des surfaces polyhédrales de troncature pour des systèmes d'élasticité tridimensionalle

For a three-dimensional exterior problem in the framework of anisotropic elasticity, artificial boundary conditions are constructed on a polyhedral truncation surface. These conditions do not need an explicit formula for the fundamental matrix. An approach to adapt the shape of truncation surfaces to the shape of the enclosed cavity is discussed. To cite this article: S. Langer et al., C. R. Mecanique 332 (2004).     

Computation of the mean velocity field above a stack plate in a thermoacoustic refrigeratorSimulation numérique de la vitesse moyenne près d'une plaque de l'empilement d'un réfrigérateur thermoacoustique.

A numerical simulation of the unsteady flow above one stack plate in a thermoacoustic refrigerator was performed. The second order mean velocity field was computed. Two regions could be distinguished. In the first region, located at the plate extremities, the mean flow is essentially vortical and results from the resonator/plate transition. In the second region, located above the plate, the mean velocity field corresponds to a streaming flow which results from the interaction of the acoustic wave with the plate boundaries. The effects of stack plates spacing on the streaming flow pattern is studied. To cite this article: D. Marx, Ph. Blanc-Benon, C. R. Mecanique 332 (2004).     

Identification of the convective instability in a multi-component solution by 3D simulations

Three-dimensional calculations have been done to simulate the onset of convective motion in ternary nondilute solution under phase transition conditions. The process is considered for Rayleigh number in the range $[1\times {10}^3,1.4\times {10}^4]$, where subcritical convective motion with hexagonal flow pattern is identified. The results are in good agreement with the linear and finite amplitude theory of hydrodynamics instability. To cite this article: V.V. Kolmychkov et al., C. R. Mecanique 333 (2005).