Springer IUTAM Symposium Mesoscopic Dynamics of Fracture

This academic volume presents the complete proceedings from the IUTAM Symposium on Mesoscopic Dynamics of Fracture Process and Materials Strength. Held in Osaka, Japan, from July 6-11, 2003, the collection gathers research focused on the current understanding of fracture processes and inhomogeneous deformation. Part of the Solid Mechanics and Its Applications series (Volume 115), this text provides technical insights into the mechanical behavior of materials. The research presented aims to organize discussions regarding mesoscopic dynamics and the evolutional mechanical behavior resulting from micro and macro mutual interactions. It serves as a specialized resource for researchers and professionals studying how these processes govern overall materials strength. This publication is an essential reference for those following the developments proposed by the International Union of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics.