Analytical mechanics /

"Analytical Mechanics provides a detailed introduction to the key analytical techniques of classical mechanics, one of the cornerstones of physics. It deals with all the important subjects encountered in an undergraduate course and prepares the reader thoroughly for further study at the graduat...

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Main Author: Hand, Louis N., 1933-
Other Authors: Finch, Janet D., 1969-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 1998
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Summary:"Analytical Mechanics provides a detailed introduction to the key analytical techniques of classical mechanics, one of the cornerstones of physics. It deals with all the important subjects encountered in an undergraduate course and prepares the reader thoroughly for further study at the graduate level." "Many worked examples are given, and there are 250 homework exercises to help students gain confidence and proficiency in problem solving. It is an ideal textbook for undergraduate courses in classical mechanics and provides a sound foundation for graduate study."--Jacket
Physical Description:xv, 575 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 559-564) and index
ISBN:0521573270
0521575729
9780521573276
9780521575720