Book on the mathematical theory of continuum mechanics

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around recommendations for books on the mathematical theory of continuum mechanics, with a focus on rigorous theoretical formulations rather than applied or introductory texts. Participants express interest in resources that provide both theoretical depth and potentially some physical intuition.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks a book that offers a rigorous theoretical formulation of continuum mechanics, expressing a preference for straightforward and logically assembled content.
  • Another participant suggests the Landau Lifschitz collection, noting its unique approach compared to other texts, but considers it worth exploring.
  • A third participant asks for clarification on the specific type of continuum mechanics being discussed and provides links to two websites focused on solid mechanics.
  • This participant also recommends the Malvern textbook, contingent on the interest in solid mechanics.
  • A fourth participant shares a link to a set of chapters on classical physics that includes elasticity, highlighting its accessibility in terms of cost.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express varying preferences for types of continuum mechanics literature, with no consensus on a single recommended text. Multiple viewpoints on suitable resources remain present.

Contextual Notes

Participants have not specified prerequisites for the recommended texts, and there is no agreement on the specific focus within continuum mechanics that is most relevant.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in advanced theoretical formulations of continuum mechanics, particularly those seeking rigorous mathematical texts and resources related to solid mechanics.

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I was wondering if anyone knows of a good book on the mathematical theory of continuum mechanics.

I have looked online, and the only ones I can seem to find are like your average physics or applied mathematics book. I want something with rigorous theoretical formulation of the subject. It does not have to be concise, just straightforward and logically assembled. Preferably, it would also provide physical intuition on the subject, although this is not necessary since I can find other books for that.

Also, if you can, please list recommended prerequisites for tackling the book.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you
 
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The Landau Lifschitz collection on theoretical physics has one volume or two ln continuum mechanics. The collection is a bit strange, at least on my view, when compared to other books, but it is worth a try, they are very good.
 
This is a nice set of chapters on classical physics, including elasticity:
http://www.pma.caltech.edu/Courses/ph136/yr2011/

If it isn't what you are looking for, at least the price is right!
 

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