Comparison of recent models for the Mullins effect: formulation and finite element implementation

Constitutive Models for Rubber III 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Grégory Chagnon, Erwan Verron, Gilles Marckmann, Laurent Gornet, Pierre Charrier
DOI: 10.1201/9781003762546-39
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Abstract

The present paper focuses on the modelling of the Mullins effect in elastomers. Different approaches respectively based on physics, damage mechanics and the two-network theory are presented. The pros and the cons to their formulation and finite element implementation are discussed. It appears that all these approaches are complementary and present different limitations due to their formulations.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Elasticity and Material Modeling Structural Engineering and Vibration Analysis Mechanical stress and fatigue analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Constitutive Models for Rubber III
Publisher
CRC Press
Pages
245–250
Publication date
9 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter