Abstract: Continuum damage models are presented within the framework of elastic‐damage theory for cement paste and mortar. Basic elements of continuum damage mechanics are given, and various types of extensions of elastic‐damage ...

Abstract: Global damage indices based on equivalent modal parameters are defined using the vibrational parameters of an equivalent linear structure. In continuum mechanics‐based damage models, effects of the growth and coalescence ...

Abstract: In this paper, the standard version of the