Applications Based on Symmetry/Asymmetry in Solid Mechanics
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Engineering and Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 May 2026 | Viewed by 43
Special Issue Editors
Interests: mechanics; hydrogel; vitrimer; polymer composites; computational mechanics; constitutive model; fracture; fatigue; sensor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Symmetry is a fundamental principle in solid mechanics, shaping material behavior, structural integrity, and mechanical performance under different loading conditions. It simplifies mathematical modeling, enabling efficient computational and analytical approaches for stress analysis, fracture mechanics, and material deformation. In contrast, asymmetry is crucial for understanding anisotropic materials, composite structures, and irregular loading scenarios. These concepts are widely applied in aerospace, biomedical, and structural engineering. The balance between symmetry and asymmetry is particularly important in advanced materials like metamaterials and soft matter, where controlled asymmetry can lead to unique mechanical properties. This Special Issue invites contributions that explore theoretical, experimental, and computational advancements in solid mechanics, emphasizing symmetry-driven design strategies and their practical applications in engineering.
Dr. Zhongtong Wang
Dr. Le An
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- computational and theoretical solid mechanics
- advanced materials and metamaterials
- stress and failure
- structural design and optimization
- soft matter and bioinspired materials
- nonlinear, multiscale, and anisotropic mechanics
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