We show that discrete models of atoms subject to nearest-neighbour non-linear interactions approximate continua allowing for softening and fracture. A detailed study of local minima and stationary points is carried out. Scale effects are discussed.

Variational formulation of softening phenomena in fracture mechanics: the one-dimensional case

Braides A.;Dal Maso, Gianni;
1999-01-01

Abstract

We show that discrete models of atoms subject to nearest-neighbour non-linear interactions approximate continua allowing for softening and fracture. A detailed study of local minima and stationary points is carried out. Scale effects are discussed.
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Braides, A.; Dal Maso, Gianni; Garroni, A.
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