I'm confused where to study these topics?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the confusion regarding the study of strain, stresses, and constitutive laws in linear elastic models across different dimensions (1D, 2D, and 3D). Participants explore the need for theoretical resources to understand kinematics, stresses, equilibrium, and constitutive laws for linear elastic isotropic materials, particularly in the context of preparing for exams.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Technical explanation

Main Points Raised

  • The original poster expresses confusion about the necessity of studying tensors and seeks recommendations for books that adequately cover the theory of strain, stresses, and constitutive laws.
  • One participant recommends a book by J.F. Nye as a good resource for the discussed topics.
  • Another participant suggests "Theory of Elasticity" by Timoshenko, indicating it may be relevant to the original poster's needs.
  • A later reply reiterates the recommendation of Timoshenko's book, expressing gratitude for the suggestion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the need for additional resources to understand the topics, but there is no consensus on a single best book, as multiple recommendations are provided.

Contextual Notes

The discussion does not resolve the original poster's confusion regarding the necessity of tensors or the adequacy of the provided notes, and it remains unclear which book might be the most suitable for their specific needs.

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The main topic I'm struggling with is as follows:

Strain, stresses and constitutive law in a 1D,2D, and 3D linear elastic model
i. Kinematics:displacements and strains (something about stress, strain and displacements fields is also mentioned)
ii. Stresses and equilibrium
iii.Constitutive law for linear elastic isotropic material in plane stress

(something about stress, strain and displacements fields is also mentioned)

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I'm confused because he stated that I don't need to study tensors and his notes are sufficient however I am struggling to understand, hence I need books that cover the theory. I was hoping if someone could identify for me a good book to cover the topics (otherwise I'm busted for exams).
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Theory of Elasticity, Timishenko
 
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Theory of Elasticity, Timishenko

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