Abstract
In this work, we formulate a dynamic frictionless contact problem with linear viscoelasticity of Kelvin-Voigt type, based on the Signorini contact conditions. We show existence of solutions, and investigate the possibility for obtaining an energy balance. Employing time discretization and the finite-element method, we compute numerical solutions. Our numerical scheme is implemented with non-smooth Newton's method which solves the complementarity problem. The numerical results support the idea that the energy losses in the limit of the numerical solution are equal to the losses due to viscosity.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
