Tensor

In mathematics, a tensor is a certain kind of geometrical entity and array concept. It generalizes the concepts of scalar, vector (geometric) and linear operator, in a way that is independent of any chosen frame of reference. For example, doing rotations over axis does not affect at all the properties of tensors, if a transformation law is followed. Tensors are of importance in pure and applied mathematics, physics and engineering.

Components of the Cauchy stress tensor in Cartesian coordinates

Resources

• Acceleration stress-energy tensor
• Acceleration tensor
• Dissipation field tensor
• Dissipation stress-energy tensor
• Gravitational stress-energy tensor
• Gravitational tensor
• Pressure field tensor
• Pressure stress-energy tensor

See Also

• Wikipedia: Tensor