Computer-Aided Analysis of Rigid and Flexible Mechanical Systems (Hardcover)

Hardcover. This book contains the edited version of the lectures presented at the NATO Advanced Study Institute on computer-aided analysis of rigid and flexible mechanical systems, held in Troacuteia, Portugal, from June 27-July 9, 1993. The topics presented include formulations and numerical aspects of rigid and flexible multibody dynamics, object-oriented paradigms, optimal design and synthesis, robotics, kinematics, path planning, control, impact dynamics and aspects of application. The book discusses these topics in a tutorial and review manner, providing a comprehensive summary of current work. It should, therefore, be suitable for a range of readers, from advanced students to researchers and implementers. Presents papers on the computer-aided analysis of rigid and flexible mechanical systems. The topics covered include: formulations and numerical aspects; object-oriented paradigms; optimal design and synthesis; robotics; kinematics; path planning; impact dynamics; and aspects of application. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…