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OverviewThis new introductory mechanics textbook is written for engineering students within further and higher education who are looking to bridge the gap between A-Level and university or college. It introduces key concepts in a clear and straightforward manner, with reference to real-world applications and thoroughly explains each line of mathematical development. Together with instructive diagrams, case studies and many questions to work through, this text will ensure a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of mechanics. An enclosed CD-ROM also contains 'Personal Tutor' electronic step-by-step worked examples, with voice-over commentary, which take the student through sample problems and solutions.This book is suitable for students of: mechanical engineeringcivil engineeringaeronautical engineeringautomotive engineeringphysics general engineering and all other related engineering disciplines where applied mathematics is essential. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Stephen LeePublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: CRC Press Weight: 1.111kg ISBN: 9781138442566ISBN 10: 1138442569 Pages: 512 Publication Date: 15 November 2017 Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Tertiary & Higher Education , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsMotion along a straight line Newtona ‘s laws of motion Vectors Projectiles Equilibrium of a particle Friction Moments of forces Centre of mass Energy, work and power Impulse and momentum Frameworks Circular motion Elasticity Simple harmonic motion Damped and forced oscillations Dimensional analysis Use of vectors Variable forces Variable mass Dynamics of rigid bodies rotating around a fixed axis Stability and small oscillationsReviewsAuthor InformationIn 2006 Dr Stephen Lee completed a PhD thesis concerning the repercussions in Higher Education of the changes in the teaching and learning of mechanics in schools, and as such is an expert in the knowledge, skills and needs of undergraduate engineering students. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |