Analytical Mechanics - Hardcover

Hand, Louis N.; Finch, Janet D.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521573270 ISBN 13: 9780521573276

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1999

Synopsis

Analytical Mechanics, first published in 1999, provides a detailed introduction to the key analytical techniques of classical mechanics, one of the cornerstones of physics. It deals with all the important subjects encountered in an undergraduate course and prepares the reader thoroughly for further study at graduate level. The authors set out the fundamentals of Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics early on in the book and go on to cover such topics as linear oscillators, planetary orbits, rigid-body motion, small vibrations, nonlinear dynamics, chaos, and special relativity. A special feature is the inclusion of many 'e-mail questions', which are intended to facilitate dialogue between the student and instructor. Many worked examples are given, and there are 250 homework exercises to help students gain confidence and proficiency in problem-solving. It is an ideal textbook for undergraduate courses in classical mechanics, and provides a sound foundation for graduate study.

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Review

'This book is a welcome addition to the available choices for a graduate text in modern classical mechanics and I encourage instructors to consider it.' R. W. Robinett, American Journal of Physics

Book Description

Analytical Mechanics, first published in 1999, provides a detailed introduction to the key analytical techniques of classical mechanics. The authors set out the fundamentals of Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics and go on to cover such topics as planetary orbits, nonlinear dynamics, chaos, and special relativity. It is an ideal textbook for advanced undergraduate courses in classical mechanics.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0521573270
• ISBN 13: 9780521573276
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 592