Introduction to Numerical Geodynamic Modelling
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Introduction to Numerical Geodynamic Modelling

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Introduction to Numerical Geodynamic Modelling

About this book

This hands-on introduction to numerical geodynamic modelling provides a solid grounding in the necessary mathematical theory and techniques, including continuum mechanics and partial differential equations, before introducing key numerical modelling methods and applications. Fully updated, this second edition includes four completely new chapters covering the most recent advances in modelling inertial processes, seismic cycles and fluid-solid interactions, and the development of adaptive mesh refinement algorithms. Many well-documented, state-of-the-art visco-elasto-plastic 2D models are presented, which allow robust modelling of key geodynamic processes. Requiring only minimal prerequisite mathematical training, and featuring over sixty practical exercises and ninety MATLAB® examples, this user-friendly resource encourages experimentation with geodynamic models. It is an ideal introduction for advanced courses and can be used as a self-study aid for graduates seeking to master geodynamic modelling for their own research projects.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Half-title page
  3. Reviews
  4. Title page
  5. Copyright page
  6. Contents
  7. Preface to the second edition
  8. Acknowledgements
  9. Introduction
  10. 1 The continuity equation
  11. 2 Density and gravity
  12. 3 Numerical solutions of partial differential equations
  13. 4 Stress and strain
  14. 5 The momentum equation
  15. 6 Viscous rheology of rocks
  16. 7 Numerical solutions of the momentum and continuity equations
  17. 8 The advection equation and marker-in-cell method
  18. 9 The heat conservation equation
  19. 10 Numerical solution of the heat conservation equation
  20. 11 2D thermomechanical code structure
  21. 12 Elasticity and plasticity
  22. 13 2D implementation of visco-elasto-plasticity
  23. 14 2D thermomechanical modelling of inertial processes
  24. 15 Seismo-thermomechanical modelling
  25. 16 Hydro-thermomechanical modelling
  26. 17 Adaptive mesh refinement
  27. 18 The multigrid method
  28. 19 Programming of 3D problems
  29. 20 Numerical benchmarks
  30. 21 Design of 2D numerical geodynamic models
  31. Outlook
  32. Appendix MATLAB program examples
  33. References
  34. Index