Brittle materials fracture suddenly with little deformation (like glass or ceramics), while ductile materials can undergo significant plastic deformation before failure (like steel or aluminum). In solid mechanics, this distinction is crucial for predicting how materials behave under different loading conditions.
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Mathematics forms the backbone of understanding solids and structural engineering. Key topics include algebra, calculus, and differential equations, which help analyze stress, strain, and deformation in materials. Vector and matrix operations are crucial for solving problems in structural mechanics, while linear algebra assists in studying stability and equilibrium.
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