Singularities in Elliptic Boundary Value Problems and Elasticity and Their Connection with Failure Initiation (Interdisciplinary Applied Mathematics)

This important, pragmatic and timely book on the mathematical models of damage and flow tolerance is written by a recognized expert in the field. It will appeal to both mathematicians who are interested in the regularity of elliptic boundary value problems and to engineers interested in the study of fractions and fatigue of materials.