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Journal: Arch. Rational Mech. Anal.
Volume: 146
Pages: 23-58
Year: 1999
Doi: 10.1007/s002050050135

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 is carried out of local minima and stationary points. Scale effects are discussed.

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