.... The first part is an introduction to mechanics of liquefaction, in order to make this paper self-contained. Then, some basic empirical findings are described. In the third part, the development of theoretical approaches to liquefaction-related problems, such as cyclic loading compaction and pore pressure...

.... Emphasis is mainly placed on the physical phenomena that govern the process as well as its main technological aspects, such as magnetic forming and joining, magnetic pulse welding, and dynamic magnetic compaction of powders. Moreover, some other important subjects concerning electromagnetic forming...