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This work focuses on mathematical methods and modern symbolic computational tools required to solve fundamental and advanced problems in anisotropic elasticity. Specific applications are presented to the class of problems that are encountered in the theory.Key features: particular emphasis is placed on the selection of analytic methodology for a specific problem and the potential of symbolic computational techniques to support and develop the analytic approach to problem-solving · the physical interpretation of exact and approximate mathematical solutions is thoroughly examined and provides new insights into the involved phenomena · state-of-the-art solutions are provided for a wide range of composite material configurations developed by the authors, including nonlinear problems and advanced analysis of laminated and thin-walled structures · ample graphic examples, including animations, further facilitate an understanding of the main steps in the solution process.
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About the Authors
Omri Rand is a Professor of Aerospace Engineering at the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. He has been involved in research on theoretical modeling and analysis in the area of anisotropic elasticity for the last fifteen years, he is the author of many journal papers and conference presentations in this area. Dr. Rand has been extensively active in composite rotor blade analysis, and established many well recognized analytical and numerical approaches. He teaches graduate courses in the area of anisotropic elasticity, serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Science and Engineering of Composite Materials, as a reviewer for leading professional journals, and as a consultant to various research and development organizations.
Vladimir Rovenski is a Professor of Mathematics and a well known researcher in the area of Riemannian and computational geometry. He is a corre