A minimax principle for nonlinear eigenvalue problems with applications to nonoverdamped systems

Abstract
The theory of Rayleigh functionals for non‐linear eigenvalue problems T(λ) u = 0 is extended to cases where the functional is defined only on a proper subset. The theory applies to problems which do not satisfy an overdamping condition and yields a minimax characterization of eigenvalues. Applications to damped free vibrations of an elastic body are discussed.

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