A one-dimensional nonlinear problem of thermoelasticity in extended thermodynamics
We solve a nonlinear, one-dimensional initial boundary-value problem of thermoelasticity in generalized thermodynamics. A Cattaneo-type evolution equation for the heat flux is used, which differs from the one used extensively in the literature. The hyperbolic nature of the associated linear system i...
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Published in | Results in physics Vol. 9; pp. 787 - 792 |
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Format | Journal Article |
Language | English |
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Elsevier B.V
01.06.2018
Elsevier |
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Summary: | We solve a nonlinear, one-dimensional initial boundary-value problem of thermoelasticity in generalized thermodynamics. A Cattaneo-type evolution equation for the heat flux is used, which differs from the one used extensively in the literature. The hyperbolic nature of the associated linear system is clarified through a study of the characteristic curves. Progressive wave solutions with two finite speeds are noted. A numerical treatment is presented for the nonlinear system using a three-step, quasi-linearization, iterative finite-difference scheme for which the linear system of equations is the initial step in the iteration. The obtained results are discussed in detail. They clearly show the hyperbolic nature of the system, and may be of interest in investigating thermoelastic materials, not only at low temperatures, but also during high temperature processes involving rapid changes in temperature as in laser treatment of surfaces. |
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ISSN: | 2211-3797 2211-3797 |
DOI: | 10.1016/j.rinp.2018.03.040 |