Introduction to Dynamics and Control
1. Edition June 1985
416 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
ISBN:
978-0-471-87074-6
John Wiley & Sons
An integrated presentation of dynamics, vibrations, and control theory, emphasizing the fundamentals of dynamics. The text's flexible structure makes it useful for integrated courses covering all three areas, individual courses in dynamics, and as a quick refresher for professionals. Includes examples, problems and applications.
Concepts from Linear System Theory.
Kinematics.
Dynamics of a Particle.
Response of First-Order and Second-Order Systems.
Dynamics of Systems of Particles.
Dynamics of Rigid Bodies.
Elements of Analytical Dynamics.
Vibration of Linear Multi-Degree-of-Freedom Systems.
Introduction to System Stability.
Computational Techniques for the Response.
Feedback Control Systems.
Appendix.
Bibliography.
Kinematics.
Dynamics of a Particle.
Response of First-Order and Second-Order Systems.
Dynamics of Systems of Particles.
Dynamics of Rigid Bodies.
Elements of Analytical Dynamics.
Vibration of Linear Multi-Degree-of-Freedom Systems.
Introduction to System Stability.
Computational Techniques for the Response.
Feedback Control Systems.
Appendix.
Bibliography.
Leonard Meirovitch is the author of Introduction to Dynamics and Control, published by Wiley.