Advanced Engineering Dynamics

by H. Harrison, T. Nettleton

Overview

'Advanced Engineering Dynamics' bridges the gap between elementary dynamics and advanced specialist applications in engineering.It begins with a reappraisal of Newtonian principles before expanding into analytical dynamics typified by the methods of Lagrange and by Hamilton's Principle and rigid body dynamics. Four distinct vehicle types (satellites, rockets, aircraft and cars) are examined highlighting different aspects of dynamics in each case. Emphasis is placed on impact and one dimensional wave propagation before extending the study into three dimensions. Robotics is then looked at in detail, forging a link between conventional dynamics and the highly specialised and distinctive approach used in robotics. The text finishes with an excursion into the Special Theory of Relativity mainly to define the boundaries of Newtonian Dynamics but also to re-appraise the fundamental definitions. Through its examination of specialist applications highlighting the many different aspects of dynamics this text provides an excellent insight into advanced systems without restricting itself to a particular discipline. The result is essential reading for all those requiring a general understanding of the more advanced aspects of engineering dynamics.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780080523354
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	08/01/1997
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	320
File size:	9 MB

Table of Contents

Newtonian mechanics * Lagrange's equations * Hamilton's principle * Rigid body motion in three dimensions * Dynamics of vehicles * Impact and one dimensional wave propagation * Waves in a three dimensional elastic solid * Robot arm dynamics * Relativity * Problems * Appendix 1 - vectors, tensors and matrics * Appendix 2 - analytical dynamics * Appendix 3 - curvilinear co-ordinate systems * Bibliography * Index.

Editorial Reviews

Bridges the gap between elementary dynamics and advanced specialist applications in engineering. A uniform approach has been adopted using standard terminology and notation in several subject areas, including road vehicle stability, aircraft stability, and robotics. Begins with a reappraisal of Newtonian principles, followed by discussion of analytical dynamics typified by the methods of Lagrange, Hamilton's Principle, and rigid body dynamics. Examines four vehicle types (satellites, rockets, aircraft, and cars), highlighting different aspects of dynamics, then discusses one- and three-dimension continuous media, robotics, and the Special Theory of Relativity. Includes problems and answers. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Booknews

... essential reading for all those requiring a general understanding of the more advanced aspects of engineering dynamics.,Executive Engineer,

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