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151-0525-00L 4 Credits DR , MSC D-MATL , D-MAVT , D-ITET
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Dynamic Behavior of Materials

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Thomas Tancogne-Dejean, Dr. Christian Roth
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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:16:29

Abstract

Lectures and computer labs concerned with the modeling of the deformation response and failure of engineering materials (metals, polymers and composites) subject to extreme loadings during manufacturing, crash, impact and blast events.

Objective

Students will learn to apply, understand and develop computational models of a large spectrum of engineering materials to predict their dynamic deformation response and failure in finite element simulations. Students will become familiar with important dynamic testing techniques to identify material model parameters from experiments. The ultimate goal is to provide the students with the knowledge and skills required to engineer modern multi-material solutions for high performance structures in automotive, aerospace and naval engineering.

Content

Topics include temperature and strain rate dependent elasto-plasticity, dynamic brittle and ductile fracture; impulse transfer, impact and wave propagation in solids; computational aspects of material model implementation; simulation of dynamic failure of structures;

Resources

Lecture Notes

Slides of the lectures, relevant journal papers and user manuals will be provided.

Literature

Various books will be recommended pertaining to the topics covered.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
DR , MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
The computer lab sessions are elements of a compulsory performance assessments (Pass/Fail). The final exam consists of an oral presentation of a group project. The project is devoted to the investigation of an engineering problem related to the course content. The specific project tasks will be presented mid-semester.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Dynamic Behavior of Materials
  • Fri 10:15-12:00 (HG D 3.2)
2 h weekly
exercise Dynamic Behavior of Materials
  • Fri 12:15-14:00 (HG D 3.2)
2 h weekly

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