The first of three volumes, this book is a basic introduction to classical mechanics, including fundamental principles, statics, and the geometry of masses, and a thorough discussion of kinematics. Benefits advanced undergraduate and graduate students.
This is the first volume of three, devoted to Mechanics. This book contains classical mechanics problems including kinematics and statics. It is recommended as a supplementary textbook for undergraduate and graduate students from mechanical and civil engineering, as well as for physical scientists and engineers. It contains a basic introduction to classical mechanics, including fundamental principles, statics, and the geometry of masses, as well as thorough discussion on kinematics.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Preface. - 1. Fundamental Principles of Mechanics. - 2. Statics. - 3. Geometry of Masses. - 4. Kinematics of a Particle and Introduction to Kinematics of Rigid Bodies. - 5. Kinematics of a Rigid Body and Composite Motion of a Point. - 6. Kinematics of a Deformable Body.
