%0 Journal Article
%T A Simplified Nonlinear Generalized Maxwell Model for Predicting the Time Dependent Behavior of Viscoelastic Materials
%A Marc Delphin Monsia
%J World Journal of Mechanics
%P 158-167
%@ 2160-0503
%D 2011
%I Scientific Research Publishing
%R 10.4236/wjm.2011.13021
%X 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.
%K Hyperlogistic-Type Function
%K Maxwell Model
%K Nonlinear Stress-Time Relationship
%K Riccati Equation
%K Viscoelasticity
%U http://www.scirp.org/journal/PaperInformation.aspx?PaperID=5780