Seismic Wave Propagation in Non-Homogeneous Elastic Media by Boundary Elements

The book "Seismic Wave Propagation in Non-Homogeneous Elastic Media by Boundary Elements" offers a comprehensive analysis of the mathematical and computational aspects of the Boundary Element Method (BEM) for modeling seismic wave propagation in inhomogeneous elastic and viscoelastic media. It addresses both continuous and discrete media while considering various geological structures such as cavities, cracks, and surface features. The authors, who possess extensive knowledge in solid mechanics and mathematical physics, present the theoretical foundations of elastodynamics and analytically derive fundamental solutions as well as Green's functions. The implementation of the BEM is discussed for both anti-plane and plane deformation problems. This book is significant for professionals in the fields of civil engineering, geophysics, and materials science, and it is also suitable for self-study.