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Analytical Mechanics 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.Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-139780521575720
eBay Product ID (ePID)88468297
Product Key Features
Number of Pages592 Pages
Publication NameAnalytical Mechanics
LanguageEnglish
SubjectMechanics
Publication Year1998
TypeTextbook
AuthorJanet D. Finch, Louis N. Hand
FormatPaperback
Dimensions
Item Height254 mm
Item Weight1020 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorLouis N. Hand, Janet D. Finch