Dynamic Models for Structural Plasticity

Dynamic models for structural plasticity provides a straightforward explanation for the nonlinear mechanics of plastic deformation which develops in impact or high rate forming operations. Methods for analyzing the effects of large deflections, high strain rates, strain hardening and combined loads are presented. The influence of these effects on the development of collision damage in lightweight structures is calculated and compared with experimental measurements. This publication may serve as a teaching aid for analytical methods of nonlinear structural dynamics and structural deformation due to impact or blast. It is suitable as a text for graduate courses and as a resource for engineers or materials scientists involved in calculating collision damage to lightweight structures.