The theory of plasticity is a branch of solid mechanics that
investigates the relationship between permanent deformation and load,
and the distribution of stress and strains of materials and structures
beyond their elastic limit. Engineering plasticity underpins the safety
of many modern systems and structures. Realizing the full potential of
materials as well as designing precise metal processing and energy
absorption structures requires mastery of engineering plasticity.
Introduction to Engineering Plasticity: Fundamentals with Applications
in Metal Forming, Limit Analysis and Energy Absorption presents both
fundamental theory on plasticity and emphasizes the latest engineering
applications. The title combines theory and engineering applications of
plasticity, elaborating on problem solving in real-world engineering
tasks such as in metal forming, limit analysis of structures, and
understanding the energy absorption of structures and materials. The
five main parts of the book cover: Plastic properties of materials and
their characterization; Fundamental theory in plasticity;
Elastic-plastic problems and typical solutions; and Rigid-plastic
problems under plane-stress conditions. This title provides students and
engineers alike with the fundamentals and advanced tools needed in
engineering plasticity.
