An Introduction to Mechanics
Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Physics, General Physics, Technology
| Author: | Daniel Kleppner, Robert J. Kolenkow | ISBN: | 9781139635622 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press | Publication: | May 6, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press | Language: | English |
| Author: | Daniel Kleppner, Robert J. Kolenkow |
| ISBN: | 9781139635622 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Publication: | May 6, 2010 |
| Imprint: | Cambridge University Press |
| Language: | English |
In the years since it was first published, this classic introductory textbook has established itself as one of the best-known and most highly regarded descriptions of Newtonian mechanics. Intended for undergraduate students with foundation skills in mathematics and a deep interest in physics, it systematically lays out the principles of mechanics: vectors, Newton's laws, momentum, energy, rotational motion, angular momentum and noninertial systems, and includes chapters on central force motion, the harmonic oscillator, and relativity. Numerous worked examples demonstrate how the principles can be applied to a wide range of physical situations, and more than 600 figures illustrate methods for approaching physical problems. The book also contains over 200 challenging problems to help the student develop a strong understanding of the subject. Password-protected solutions are available for instructors at www.cambridge.org/9780521198219.
In the years since it was first published, this classic introductory textbook has established itself as one of the best-known and most highly regarded descriptions of Newtonian mechanics. Intended for undergraduate students with foundation skills in mathematics and a deep interest in physics, it systematically lays out the principles of mechanics: vectors, Newton's laws, momentum, energy, rotational motion, angular momentum and noninertial systems, and includes chapters on central force motion, the harmonic oscillator, and relativity. Numerous worked examples demonstrate how the principles can be applied to a wide range of physical situations, and more than 600 figures illustrate methods for approaching physical problems. The book also contains over 200 challenging problems to help the student develop a strong understanding of the subject. Password-protected solutions are available for instructors at www.cambridge.org/9780521198219.
