Navier–Cauchy equations

Layer 1 — Physicsin the continuum-mechanics subtree

Equation of motion for an isotropic linear elastic medium, obtained by combining Hooke's law with the momentum balance: (λ+μ)∇(∇·u) + μ∇²u + b = ρü.

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