The topics include scalars, vectors and tensors; indicial notation; transformation law; principal values and directions; tensor fields; integral theorems of Gauss and Stokes; stress; Mohrs circle; strain; kinematics of deformation and motion; rate of deformation; general principles (continuity, momentum, energy); constitutive equations; linear elasticity; Hookes law; three-dimensional elasticity; classical fluids; Navier-Stokes equations; Bernoulli equation; flow (viscous, steady, irrotational).
Mech & Nuc Engineer Continuum
Host University
Virginia Commonwealth University
Semester
Spring 2024
Course Number
EGMN 606.C90
CRN
47068
Credits
3
Discipline
Mechanical and Nuclear Engineering
Instructor
Joao Filipe Da Silva Soares (JSOARES@VCU.EDU)
Times and Days
04:30 PM - 05:45 PM
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Course Information
Prerequisites
Enrollment is restricted to students with graduate standing in mechanical and nuclear engineering.