Elements of Dynamic, Vol. 1: An Introduction to the Study of Motion and Rest in Solid and Fluid Bodies; Kinematic (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

William Kingdon Clifford

 
9780282061289: Elements of Dynamic, Vol. 1: An Introduction to the Study of Motion and Rest in Solid and Fluid Bodies; Kinematic (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book presents a structured and logical study of the science known as Dynamic. It is primarily divided into three branches: Kinematic (describing motion accurately), Kinematic of Rotation and Twists (detailing how bodies change direction or aspect), and the Theory of Elasticity (explaining how bodies change their shape or size). The author establishes definitions for each of these areas and introduces the concept of 'steps' - a change of position effected by motion of translation - as the fundamental building block from which more complex motions can be constructed. The author illustrates how to resolve and describe steps using vectors and provides a method for representing them graphically. The book also demonstrates how to compound motions, a process critical to comprehending the movement of real objects. Dynamic is a theoretical framework for studying a wide variety of physical phenomena, from the motions of celestial bodies to the vibrations of a violin string. This book's systematic approach and clear explanations make it an invaluable resource for students, practitioners, and anyone seeking to understand the fundamental principles of analyzing and describing motion.

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