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Chapter 1
Introduction
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Discontinuum Mechanics, Why? .
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Alternative Approaches
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1.3
Scope of the Book
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Notations
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Discontinuum Mechanics -, A Review
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DDA Slope Stability Analysis
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Shear Band Slope Stability
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Falling Objects
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Granular Materials . . .
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Granular Flow in Silos.
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Superquadric Elements.
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Impact Analysis (Progressive Fracturing) 2.3.1
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