TITLE:
A Simplified Nonlinear Generalized Maxwell Model for Predicting the Time Dependent Behavior of Viscoelastic Materials
AUTHORS:
Marc Delphin Monsia
KEYWORDS:
Hyperlogistic-Type Function, Maxwell Model, Nonlinear Stress-Time Relationship, Riccati Equation, Viscoelasticity
JOURNAL NAME:
World Journal of Mechanics,
Vol.1 No.3,
July
6,
2011
ABSTRACT: In this paper, a simple nonlinear Maxwell model consisting of a nonlinear spring connected in series with a nonlinear dashpot obeying a power-law with constant material parameters, for representing successfully the time-dependent properties of a variety of viscoelastic materials, is proposed. Numerical examples are performed to illustrate the sensitivity of the model to material parameters.