Classical Mechanics: Systems of Particles and Hamiltonian Dynamics (2nd Edition)

This etextbook,?Classical Mechanics: Systems of Particles and Hamiltonian Dynamics (2nd Edition)provides a complete survey on all aspects of classical mechanics in theoretical physics. An enormous number of real worked examples and problems show college students how to apply the abstract principles to realistic problems. The etextbook covers Newtonian mechanics in rotating coordinate systems, vibrating systems,?mechanics of systems of point particles, and mechanics of rigid bodies. It thoroughly introduces and explains the Lagrange and Hamilton equations and the Hamilton-Jacobi theory. A large section on nonlinear dynamics and chaotic behavior of systems takes Classical Mechanics to newest development in physics.The new 2nd edition is completely revised and updated. New exercises and new sections in canonical transformation and Hamiltonian theory have been added.Franz Selig, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1195, 2010)Author:Walter GreinerLength:580 pagesPublisher:Springer; 2nd edition (November 13, 2009)Publication Date:November 13, 2009Language:EnglishASIN:B00F758Q7MISBN-10:3642034330ISBN-13:9783642034336