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In solid mechanics representing scalar-valued tensor functions or second-order tensor-valued tensor functions is of major concern. For instance, the plastic potential is scalar-valued, whereas constitutive equations are tensor-valued.

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Betten, J. (1987). Invariants of Fourth-Order Tensors. In: Boehler, J.P. (eds) Applications of Tensor Functions in Solid Mechanics. International Centre for Mechanical Sciences, vol 292. Springer, Vienna. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-7091-2810-7_11

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