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THE BIRTH OF ANALYTICAL MECHANICS. First edition of "Euler s famous work on mechanics in which he introduced the use of analytical methods instead of the geometrical methods of Newton and his followers" (Timoshenko, p. 29). Mechanica won the praise of many leading scientists of the time: Johann Bernoulli said of the work that "it does honour to Euler s genius and acumen," while Lagrange in his own Mécanique analytique acknowledged Euler s mechanics to be "the first great work where Analysis has been applied to the science of motion." "In an introduction to the Mechanica Euler outlined a large program of studies embracing every branch of science. The distinguishing feature of Euler s investigations in mechanics as compared to those of his predecessors is the systematic and successful application of analysis. Previously the methods of mechanics had been mostly synthetic and geometrical; they demanded too individual an approach to separate problems. Euler was the first to appreciate the importance of introducing uniform analytic methods into mechanics, thus enabling the problems to be solved in a clear and direct way. Euler s concept is manifest in both the introduction and the very title of the book, Mechanica sive Motus Scientia analytice exposita. This first large work on mechanics was devoted to the kinematics and dynamics of a point-mass. The first volume deals with the free motion of a point-mass in a vacuum and in a resisting medium; the section on the motion of a point-mass under a force directed to a fixed center is a brilliant analytical reformulation of the corresponding section of Newton s Principia; it was sort of an introduction to Euler s further works on celestial mechanics. In the second volume, Euler studied the constrained motion of a point-mass; he obtained three equations of motion in space by projecting forces on the axis of a moving trihedral of a trajectory described by a moving point, i.e. on the tangent, binormal and principal normal. Motion in the plane is considered analogously. In the chapter on the motion of a point on a given surface, Euler solved a number of problems on the differential geometry of surfaces and of the theory of geodesics" (DSB). "On the path to rational mechanics, the principal question facing Euler was how to reorganize mechanics by applying the analytic method, along with how to formulate the fundamental, general principles at its base. The analytic method, which refers to his systematic employment of the terms and symbols of differential and integral calculus, was for Euler a heuristic mode of thought and a means to an end rather than simply an algorithmic approach. Behind the synthetic geometric format of Newton s Principia, including conic sections and quadratures, Euler saw a host of methods: infinitesimals, geometric limit procedures, interpolation techniques, and infinite series. Still, Newton had not devised the partial differential equations of motion. Euler was more indebted to the Continental geometers, led by the Bernoullis, who in an ad hoc fashion were applying differential calculus, then barely half a century old, to achieve precise solutions of problems of motion, its generations, and its alteration including instantaneous acceleration in physics that neither analytic geometry nor the ancient synthetic method of Euclidean geometry could attain. Breaking decisively with those two geometries, Euler sought to express Newtonian mechanics with Leibnizian differential equations and the partial differential equations that the Bernoullis had introduced, and he added many more of the latter. He differed from Leibniz, however, in evolving his concept of function by examining formulas and the relations between quantities rather than curves; he thus formalized the subject. By 1734 Euler had returned to writing the Mechanica with a singleness of purpose and soon completed the first volume. By then he had written for the Commentarii nine articles on mechanics and eleven on s. Seller Inventory # 5538
Title: Mechanica sive motus scientia analytice ...
Publisher: Academy of Sciences, St. Petersburg
Publication Date: 1736
Edition: First edition.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book introduces the fundamental principles of Newtonian mechanics and provides readers with a deep understanding of the concepts of force, motion, and energy. The author first establishes the groundwork by discussing the laws of motion, which describe how objects move when acted upon by forces. This discussion includes topics such as velocity, acceleration, and momentum. The book then delves into more complex Newtonian concepts, including work, energy, and power. It explains how these principles can be used to analyze various physical systems and predict the behavior of objects in motion. This book equips readers with the knowledge and tools necessary to apply Newtonian mechanics to real-world situations and deepen their comprehension of the physical world around them. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282233402_0
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book lays the groundwork for the science of mechanics, exploring the principles that govern the movement of bodies, or matter. The author begins by defining the basic concepts of motion and defining terms such as velocity, acceleration, and force. The book then delves into the laws of motion and provides a mathematical framework for understanding the movement of objects. The author discusses the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration, as well as the concept of energy and its conservation. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles of mechanics and is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the science of motion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780332332260_0
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book ponders what it might be like to stand on another planet. Specifically, the author used data from Mars exploration missions to introduce the concept of shifting conditions across the solar system and the possibilities of human habitation on another world. The author uses meticulously collected information from Mars to explore what that might look like in the present day, if it were possible. Through this book, readers are able to learn about the author's wealth of expertise in studying and collecting data on Mars and other planets. The book is broken into chapters where the author thoroughly examines the subject, providing a well-rounded and in-depth exploration of the topic. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243527793_0
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the mechanics of motion for point masses and rigid objects in motion under the influence of forces. The author constructs the fundamental principles of motion on a mathematical foundation, establishing a system for analysing the forces governing motion both with and without friction. The work places significant emphasis on deriving the necessary equations and principles required to describe these systems fully and illustrates each concept with clear and concise examples. This book is a valuable resource for researchers and students of applied mathematics and physics, providing a comprehensive and rigorous framework for understanding the fundamental concepts of motion. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780332250717_0
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