Variational methods in mechanics

1. Maxima and Minima of Functions 2. The Euler Equations I 3. Ritz's Method 4. The Euler Equations II 5. Boundary Conditions 6. Subsidiary Conditions 7. Continuity Conditions 8. Galerkin's Method 9. Minimizing Sequence 10. Transformation in Variational Problems 11. Elasticity 12. Castigliano's Theorem 13. Plasticity 14. Eigenvalue Problems 15. Variational Problems and Eigenvalues 16. Direct Methods or Eigenvalue Problems 17. The Finite Element Method 18. General Use of the Lagrange Multipliers 19. Miscellaneous Problems