4 ECTS; 1º Ano, 2º Semestre, 30,0 T + 30,0 PL + 12,0 O
Lecturer
- Fernando Dias Martins
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Objectives
Basic training in continuum mechanics through the introduction of the theoretical basic concepts for the understanding of the balance of elastic solids, with emphasis to current Civil Engineering applications.
Program
1-Introduction. Fundamental concepts, geometry of the masses; 2-Introduction to tensor calculus; operations with tensors; 3-point stresses and strains 4-state of deformation; 5-constitutive relations. Generalized Hooke's law, particular cases of stress and strain.
Evaluation Methodology
Weighted average of all the submitted assignments (5%) and a written test (intermediate test or exam) (95%)
Bibliography
- Mase, G. (1970). Theory and Problems of Continuum Mechanics, Schaums Outline Series. (Vol. -). -: Mc Graw Hill
- Goodier, J. e Timoshenko, S. (1988). Theory of Elasticity. (Vol. -). -: Mc Graw Hill
- Da Silva, V. (1999). Mecânica e Resistência dos Materiais. (Vol. -). Coimbra: -
- Branco, C. (1995). Mecânica e Resistência dos Materiais. (Vol. -). Lisboa: Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian
Teaching Method
Lectures supported by audiovisual resources and tutorials including problem solving.
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