Exact solutions of some general nonlinear wave equations in elasticity

A. H. Bokhari, A. H. Kara*, F. D. Zaman

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Abstract

A similarity analysis of a nonlinear wave equation in elasticity is studied; in particular, one with anharmonic corrections. The symmetry transformation give rise to exact solutions via the method of invariants. In some cases, graphical figure of the solutions are presented. Furthermore, we consider some cases wherein the velocities of the longitudinal and transversal plane waves are variable. Finally, a brief discussion on how a symmetry analysis on a perturbation of the elasticity equation can be pursued.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)49-54
Number of pages6
JournalNonlinear Dynamics
Volume48
Issue number1-2
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 2007

Bibliographical note

Funding Information:
Acknowledgements AHB and FDZ would like to thank the KFUPM for support under the Fast Track Project FT/2005-02. Also, AHK thanks the KFUPM for their support and hospitality during a visit.

Keywords

  • Exact solutions
  • Nonlinear elasticity equations
  • Similarity analysis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Ocean Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Applied Mathematics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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