Introduction to classical mechanics :

Morin, David

Introduction to classical mechanics : with problems and solutions / by David Morin - New Delhi : Cambridge University Press, 2009, 2007c. - xvii, 719 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.

Index included

1. Strategics for solving problems -- 2. Statics -- 3. Using F = ma -- 4. Oscillations -- 5. Conservation of energy and momentum -- 6. Lagrangian method -- 7. Central forces -- 8. Angular momentum, Part I (Constant L) -- 9. Angular momentum, Part II (General L) -- 10. Accelerating frames of reference -- 11. Relativity (Kinematics) -- 12. Relativity (Dynamics) -- 13. 4-vectors -- 14. General Relativity -- App. A. Useful formulas -- App. B. Multivariable, vector calculus -- App. C.F = ma vs. F = dp/dt -- App. D. Existence of principal axes -- App. E. Diagonalizing matrices -- App. F. Qualitative relativity questions -- App. G. Derivations of the Lv/c[superscript 2] result -- App. H. Resolutions to the twin paradox -- App. I. Lorentz transformations -- App. J. Physical constants and data.

"This textbook covers all the standard introductory topics in classical mechanics, including Newton's laws, oscillations, energy, momentum, angular momentum, planetary motion, and special relativity. It also explores more advanced topics, such as normal modes, the Lagrangian method, gyroscopic motion, fictitious forces, 4-vectors, and general relativity.".

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Mécanique --Problèmes et exercices

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