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5. Linear Momentum Balance

The chapter delves into the essential principles of stress equilibrium equations, explaining how stress varies within a body under force and detailing the application of Newton's laws. It covers linear and angular momentum balance, emphasizing their mathematical derivation and implications for understanding body mechanics. By utilizing traction contributions and body forces, the chapter provides a framework for analyzing internal stress distributions within materials.

Sections

Introduction

The introduction covers the fundamental concepts of stress equilibrium equations and their importance in understanding stress distributions within a body.

1 Section Overview

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Linear Momentum Balance

This section discusses the concept of linear momentum balance and its application in determining stress distribution within a body.

2 Section Overview

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2.1 Traction contribution

This section discusses the contribution of traction to stress equilibrium in a body, how to calculate the traction forces on a cuboidal volume, and its implications in determining stress distribution.

2.2 Body force contribution

This section discusses the contribution of body forces to the total force acting on a cuboidal volume within a defined mechanical system.

2.3 Dynamics term

This section introduces the concept of linear momentum in mechanics and explores how it varies within a deforming body.

2.4 Final balance

The section discusses the application of Newton’s second law to derive the Linear Momentum Balance equation for a cuboidal volume, emphasizing the interplay of forces acting on the body.

2.5 Representation in a coordinate system

This section details how the Linear Momentum Balance (LMB) equation can be expressed in a coordinate system to analyze the distribution of stress within a body.

Angular Momentum Balance

This section discusses the balance of angular momentum for a rigid body, focusing on how net external torque relates to the rate of change of angular momentum.

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3.1 Traction contribution

This section elaborates on how traction influences stress distribution within a solid body, focusing on the application of Newton's laws and the stress tensor.

3.2 Body force contribution

This section discusses the body force contribution to stress equilibrium, explaining how body forces are integrated over the volume of a cuboid to determine the total force acting on it.

Learning Objectives

  • Stress equilibrium equations help determine stress distribution in a body.

  • Newton's second law applied to a cuboid reveals linear momentum balance.

  • Angular momentum balance is crucial for understanding the dynamics of rigid bodies.

Key Concepts

Stress Equilibrium

The balance of internal forces in a body under stress, determining the distribution and magnitude of stress at various points.

Linear Momentum Balance

An equation that relates the rate of change of linear momentum of a body to the net external forces acting on it.

Angular Momentum Balance

The principle that the net external torque on a rigid body equals the rate of change of its angular momentum.

Tractions

Forces acting over a surface area within a material that contribute to internal balance.

Body Forces

Forces acting throughout the volume of a body, such as gravitational or electromagnetic forces.

Practice Exercises

Total Questions

2

Estimated Time

4 min

Passing Score

70%

Instructions

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