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A groundbreaking reference that introduces the concepts of nonlinear solid mechanics and non-equilibrium thermodynamics in metamorphic geology, providing a fresh perspective on rock structure and its potential for new interpretations of geological evolution

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgements

1. Introduction

Part I: THE MECHANICS OF DEFORMING SOLIDS: OVERVIEW OF SECTION A

2. Geometry: The Concept of Deformation

3. Kinematics e Deformation Histories

4. The Balance Laws: Forces Involved in Deformation

5. Energy Flow e Thermodynamics

6. Constitutive Relations

7. Nonlinear Dynamics

Part II PROCESSES INVOLVED IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF GEOLOGICAL STRUCTURES: OVERVIEW OF SECTION B

8. Brittle Flow

9. Visco-Plastic Flow

10. Damage Evolution

11. Transport of Heat

12. Fluid Flow

13. Microstructural Rearrangements

14. Mineral Reactions: Equilibrium and Non-equilibrium Aspects

15. Models for Mineral Phase Nucleation and Growth

Epilogue

Appendix A: Commonly Used Symbols

Appendix B: Vectors, Tensors and Matrices

Appendix C: Some Useful Mathematical Concepts and Relations

References

Index

Reviews

"...develop the relevant mathematics to describe the forces acting on the rocks and apply them to deformation, fluid flow, thermal transport and mineral reactions…" --ATSE Focus

"A long overdue treatment of the subject, this book is highly recommended and anticipated to become established as a standard reference work." --The Geological Society