This book presents a range of research projects focusing on innovative numerical and modeling strategies for the nonlinear analysis of structures and metamaterials. The topics covered concern various analysis approaches based on classical finite element solutions, structural optimization and analytical solutions in order to present a comprehensive overview of the latest scientific advances. Although based on pioneering research, the contributions are focused on immediate and direct application in practice, providing valuable tools for researchers and practicing professionals alike.
A review of uniaxial rate-independent hysteretic models..- A selected
state of the art of numerical time integration methods.- Form finding of
shell structures: the membrane theory of shells and the force density
method.- On potential solution for transversely isotropic
magneto-electrio-elastic bodies.- Novel approaches for the description of
Eshelby inclusions of arbitrary shape.- On shear and torsion in beam-like
solids: a literature review.- Mathematical tools for the computational
analysis of reinforced concrete structures.- Nonlinear beam models for
practical applications in soft robotics: a literature review.- In-plane
compression of polyamide pantographic fabrics: experiments and numerical
validation.- New challenges in multiscale DIC analysis for bi-pantographic
structures.- Modeling deformation of particle systems in terms of swarm
robots.- Forced vibration analysis of in-plane circularly curved Timoshenko
beam subjected to a moving mass.- The role of the pivots in damage in
pantographic structures.- A multi-disciplinary approach to mechanical
metamaterial synthesis: a hierarchical modular multi-scale cellular structure
paradigm.- Linear in-plane vibration analysis of pantographic fabrics:
modeling and experimental validation.- Experimental evidences of millimetric
pantographic structures: a review.
Francesco Marmo, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of Structural and Continuum Mechanics at the University of Naples Federico II. His research interests concern a broad variety of topics including nonlinear analysis of structures with finite elements and limit analysis of structures with a particular focus on masonry vaults, stairs, and domes. More recently, he has investigated structural shape optimization problems and bio-inspired topologies. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses on continuum mechanics and finite element structural analysis.
Salvatore Sessa, Ph.D., is an assistant professor of Structural and Continuum Mechanics at the University of Naples Federico II. His research activities are focused on nonlinear analysis of structures and inverse identification and stochastic dynamics. Recently, he has also explored shell finite elements and transverse confinement solutions for masonry structures. He teaches undergraduate courses on Structural and Continuum Mechanics for the universitys bachelor program in Architecture.
Dr. Emilio Barchiesi received his masters degree in Mathematical Engineering from the University of LAquila, completed his Ph.D. in Theoretical and Applied Mechanics at the University of Rome La Sapienza, and has been a visiting researcher at the Institute of Mechanics, TU BERLIN. His research activities are focused on generalized continua and microstructured materials, especially homogenization procedures for obtaining the second gradient continua.
Dr. Mario Spagnuolo received his masters degree in Theoretical Physics from the University of Naples Federico II and completed his Ph.D. in Mechanics of Materials at the University Paris XIII, funded by the European Unions Horizon 2020 research and innovation program under a Marie Skodowska-Curie Grant. His research activities are focused on generalized continua, microstructured materials, and various kinds of homogenization procedures.
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