ADVANCED MODELLING ADVANCES WITH TIME — THE TEXTBOOK OF THEORY OF ELASTICITY FOR THE MECHANICS “101 PLAN”

This article outlines the design of the textbook of theory of elasticity for the Mechanics “101 Plan”. The textbook emphasizes elasticity’s role as the foundation of solid mechanics, a paradigm of science of rigorous analyses, and a tool for advanced problem-solving and innovation. It follows a “fundamentals-advances-frontiers” three-level structure, where fundamentals build core mathematical/physical skills; advances highlight practical applications and skills of solutions; and frontiers integrate cutting-edge research. The textbook is expected to balance discipline tradition with modern innovation, equipping students with strong fundamentals, scientific innovation thinking, and engineering problem-solving abilities.