Continuous and discrete models in the mechanics of deformable solid bodies

Abstract

The study provides an overview of modelling possibilities for the mechanical behaviour of media. The discrete, continuous or differential geometric as well as the discrete nature and continuous description grid continuum model in particular are highlighted. We point out that the differential geometric model is based on the concept of continuity and interprets a continuous medium model. We reveal that the grid continuum model is based on the application of numerical method and interprets a discrete medium model.