This book focuses on mathematical theory and numerical simulation related to various aspects of
continuum mechanics such as fracture mechanics elasticity plasticity pattern dynamics
inverse problems optimal shape design material design and disaster estimation related to
earthquakes. Because these problems have become more important in engineering and industry
further development of mathematical study of them is required for future applications. Leading
researchers with profound knowledge of mathematical analysis from the fields of applied
mathematics physics seismology engineering and industry provide the contents of this book.
They help readers to understand that mathematical theory can be applied not only to different
types of industry but also to a broad range of industrial problems including materials
processes and products.
