Analysis and Design of Dynamic Systems (3rd Edition)

This well-regarded text is known for its explanation of analytical techniques in a thorough and accessible manner. Real-world examples demonstrate how these techniques are used in practice. Design is emphasized throughout the text with a selection of analytical techniques which lead to an understanding of design. The interdisciplinary approach to the subject is reinforced by the many examples which are solved from the perspective of the electrical, mechanical, and fluid engineer. A new chapter on Mechatronics provides a wealth of examples that allow students to synthesize the information they have learned throughout the course.

This is a new revision of a well-regarded text in the field of System Dynamics. Analysis and Design of Dynamic Systems has always been known for its explanation of analytical techniques in a thorough and accessible manner. Real-world examples are often used to show students how these techniques can be used in practice.

Cochin/Cadwallender emphasizes more design than any other System Dynamics textbook on the market by choosing analytical techniques which lead to an understanding of design. The authors have even developed thirteen new design methods for the third edition. For schools wishing to incorporate more design into their system dynamics courses, this textbook is an excellent choice.

For those professors who want to incorporate an interdisciplinary approach to the subject, Analysis and Design of Dynamic Systems assists in this goal in a couple of ways. First, many of the examples are solved from the perspective of the electrical, mechanical, and fluid engineer. Second, a new chapter on Mechatronics provides a wealth of examples that allow students to synthesize the information they have learned throughout the course.