Introduction to Analytical Dynamics

First published in 1987, this text offers concise but clear explanations and derivations to give readers a confident grasp of the chain of argument that leads from Newton's laws through Lagrange's equations and Hamilton's principle, to Hamilton's equations and canonical transformations.

This new edition has been extensively revised and updated to include:

• A chapter on symplectic geometry and the geometric interpretation of some of the coordinate calculations.
• A more systematic treatment of the conections with the phase-plane analysis of ODEs; and an improved treatment of Euler angles.
• A greater emphasis on the links to special relativity and quantum theory showing how ideas from this classical subject link into contemporary areas of mathematics and theoretical physics.

A wealth of examples show the subject in action and a range of exercises - with solutions - are provided to help test understanding.

Introduction to Analytical Dynamics features in the following genres: Mathematical physics, Mechanical engineering, Applied mathematics, Classical mechanics

Introduction to Analytical Dynamics is available in Paperback

Introduction to Analytical Dynamics was written by N M J Woodhouse and published by Springer an imprint of Springer London

Introduction to Analytical Dynamics has 240 pages

Yes it is part of Springer Undergraduate Mathematics Series series