Metal Plasticity

Metal Plasticity: Experimental Characterization and Constitutive Modeling offers a comprehensive exploration of the mechanisms and principles governing plastic deformation in metals. Through detailed examination of experimental data, the book presents foundational knowledge on how metals behave under various loading conditions and introduces readers to the essential constitutive modeling techniques. These techniques are critical for accurately predicting and simulating metal responses. By combining theoretical insights with practical modeling approaches, the book serves as a valuable resource for engineers, researchers, and students seeking to understand, evaluate, and apply plasticity models in both academic and industrial contexts.

Beyond the fundamentals, the book delves into specific yield functions, including isotropic, anisotropic, and asymmetric types, and analyzes their performance under 2D and 3D stress states. It discusses the development and calibration of various plasticity models, comparing their accuracy, computational costs, and ease of use.