Dynamics of Particles and Rigid Bodies: A Systematic Approach - Softcover

Rao, Anil

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521187907 ISBN 13: 9780521187909

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2011

Synopsis

Dynamics of Particles and Rigid Bodies: A Systematic Approach is intended for undergraduate courses in dynamics. This work is a unique blend of conceptual, theoretical, and practical aspects of dynamics generally not found in dynamics books at the undergraduate level. In particular, in this book the concepts are developed in a highly rigorous manner and are applied to examples using a step-by-step approach that is completely consistent with the theory. In addition, for clarity, the notation used to develop the theory is identical to that used to solve example problems. The result of this approach is that a student is able to see clearly the connection between the theory and the application of theory to example problems. While the material is not new, instructors and their students will appreciate the highly pedagogical approach that aids in the mastery and retention of concepts. The approach used in this book teaches a student to develop a systematic approach to problem-solving. The work is supported by a great range of examples and reinforced by numerous problems for student solution. An Instructor's Solutions Manual is available.

About this title

Book Description

This volume is ideal for undergraduates who want a systematic and rigorous approach to the subject of particle and rigid body dynamics. Rao's presentation of concepts illuminates the connection between the theory and its application, a connection that is further enhanced through his step-by-step vector mechanics approach to solving problems. The work features a great range of examples reinforced by numerous problems for student solution. An Instructor's Solutions Manual is also available. It represents a significant departure from current existing books on undergraduate engineering dynamics.

About the Author

Anil V. Rao earned his B.S. in mechanical engineering and A.B. in mathematics from Cornell University, his M.S.E. in aerospace engineering from the University of Michigan, and his M.A. and Ph.D. in mechanical and aerospace engineering from Princeton University. After earning his Ph.D., Dr Rao joined The Aerospace Corporation in Los Angeles, California, where he was involved in mission support for U.S. Air Force launch vehicle programs and trajectory optimization software development. Subsequently, Dr Rao joined The Charles Stark Draper Laboratory, Inc., in Cambridge, Massachusetts where he has been involved in numerous projects related to trajectory optimization, guidance, and navigation of aerospace vehicles. Concurrently, for the past several years Dr Rao has been an Adjunct Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering at Boston University where he has taught the core undergraduate engineering dynamics course. Since joining BU, Dr Rao has been voted AIAA/ASME Faculty Member of the Year Award by the Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Department and has been voted Boston University College of Engineering Professor of the Year for outstanding teaching.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0521187907
• ISBN 13: 9780521187909
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 528