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On the Motion of Points Constrained and Resisted, and on the Motion of a Rigid Body: The Second Part of a New Edition of a Treatise on Dynamics (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

William Whewell

 
9781332618149: On the Motion of Points Constrained and Resisted, and on the Motion of a Rigid Body: The Second Part of a New Edition of a Treatise on Dynamics (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book belongs to the field of dynamics, a branch of physics that deals with the motion of bodies. It delves into the intricate relationship between force, mass, and motion. With the utilization of differential calculus, a mathematical tool introduced by Newton, the author approaches this subject from a new angle, refining and expanding upon the foundational principles established by the great physicist. His work in this field contributed to the development of calculus as a whole. The applications of this synergy between dynamics and calculus are vast; they range from analyzing the movement of celestial bodies to comprehending the behavior of earthly objects under the influence of various forces. This book is a testament to the profound insights gained when these two disciplines are combined, uniting the abstract elegance of mathematics with the practical understanding of the physical world.

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About the Author

William Whewell (1794-1866) was a professor of mineralogy (1828-1832) and moral philosophy (1838-1855) at the University of Cambridge. For twenty-five years he was the Master of Trinity College at Cambridge. Whewell was the author of many books, including "History of the Inductive Sciences" and" Philosophy of the Inductive Sciences".

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