Theoretical Mechanics of Particles (Dover Books on Physics) - Softcover

Roth, B.; Walecka, John Dirk

 
9780486432618: Theoretical Mechanics of Particles (Dover Books on Physics)

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This two-part text supplies a lucid, self-contained account of classical mechanics and provides a natural framework for introducing advanced mathematical concepts in physics. Topics include Lagrangian dynamics, Hamiltonian dynamics, fluids and sound and surface waves, more. 165 figures. 2 tables. 1980 edition.

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Fetter (physics and applied physics, Stanford University) and Walecka (physics, College of William and Mary) offer a self-contained account of classical mechanics by examining particles and continua, providing a foundation for the introduction of advanced mathematical concepts in physics. The text opens with Newton's laws of motion and develops the

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