Tensors in Cartesian and other orthogonal coordinates. Infinitesimal and finite deformation. Hamilton's principle. Linearly elastic materials. The dynamics of beams as application of Hamilton's principle. Elastic (ideal) fluids; linear and non-linear sound waves. Finite elasticity. Dissipative materials (linearly irreversible theory); conservation of energy, entropy inequality. Newtonian fluids.
SG2122 Continuum Mechanics 6.0 credits
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Course syllabus as PDF
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
To give a common ground for the mechanics of fluids and solids and the connection of these to applications.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
English B / English 6
Mechanics and mathematics of the first and second year. A course in one of the following: analytical mechanics, solid mechanics, or fluid mechanics, is desirable but not mandatory.
Literature
You can find information about course literature either in the course memo for the course offering or in the course room in Canvas.
Examination and completion
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- INL1 - Hand in Task, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 4.5 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
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Examiner
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Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
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Main field of study
Mechanical Engineering
Education cycle
Second cycle