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[330101-01-01]Recent Advances in Nonlocal Methods for Computational Mechanics
Prof. Jung-Wuk Hong (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)
This plenary talk presents recent advancements in nonlocal methods for computational mechanics, emphasizing their pivotal role in addressing challenges such as fracture, damage, and multiscale interactions in which classical continuum-based methodologies often encounter limitations. Nonlocal methods, which incorporate interactions within a specific range, provide a robust alternative by capturing complex behaviors in materials with discontinuities and intricate microstructures. The talk begins with an overview of current nonlocal approaches classified as either mesh-based or meshless nonlocal methods and then focuses on the peridynamics as one of the notable recent methodologies. Peridynamics provides an innovative framework for simulating damage and fracture mechanics without reliance on traditional differential operators, enabling more accurate modeling of damage and discontinuities. By exploring the latest developments in peridynamic theory and its applications across engineering fields, this talk aims to inspire further advances in computational mechanics, particularly in nonlocal methodologies.