An Introduction to Acoustics

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Physics, General Physics
Cover of the book An Introduction to Acoustics by Robert H. Randall, Dover Publications
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Robert H. Randall ISBN: 9780486174716
Publisher: Dover Publications Publication: November 21, 2012
Imprint: Dover Publications Language: English
Author: Robert H. Randall
ISBN: 9780486174716
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication: November 21, 2012
Imprint: Dover Publications
Language: English

No branch of classical physics is older in its origins yet more modern in its applications than acoustics. Courses on acoustics very naturally begin with a study of vibrations, as a preliminary to the introduction of the wave equations. Both vibrations and waves, of course, are vastly important to all branches of physics and engineering. But it is very helpful to students to gain an understanding of mechanical waves before trying to comprehend the more subtle and abstract electromagnetic ones.
This undergraduate-level text opens with an overview of fundamental particle vibration theory, and it proceeds to examinations of waves in air and in three dimensions, interference patterns and diffraction, and acoustic impedance, as illustrated in the behavior of horns. Subsequent topics include longitudinal waves in different gases and waves in liquids and solids; stationary waves and vibrating sources, as demonstrated by musical instruments; reflection and absorption of sound waves; speech and hearing; sound measurements and experimental acoustics; reproduction of sound; and miscellaneous applied acoustics. Supplementary sections include four appendixes and answers to problems. Introduction. Appendixes. List of Symbols. References. Index. Answers to Problems.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

No branch of classical physics is older in its origins yet more modern in its applications than acoustics. Courses on acoustics very naturally begin with a study of vibrations, as a preliminary to the introduction of the wave equations. Both vibrations and waves, of course, are vastly important to all branches of physics and engineering. But it is very helpful to students to gain an understanding of mechanical waves before trying to comprehend the more subtle and abstract electromagnetic ones.
This undergraduate-level text opens with an overview of fundamental particle vibration theory, and it proceeds to examinations of waves in air and in three dimensions, interference patterns and diffraction, and acoustic impedance, as illustrated in the behavior of horns. Subsequent topics include longitudinal waves in different gases and waves in liquids and solids; stationary waves and vibrating sources, as demonstrated by musical instruments; reflection and absorption of sound waves; speech and hearing; sound measurements and experimental acoustics; reproduction of sound; and miscellaneous applied acoustics. Supplementary sections include four appendixes and answers to problems. Introduction. Appendixes. List of Symbols. References. Index. Answers to Problems.

More books from Dover Publications

Cover of the book Sredni Vashtar and Other Stories by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book The Gospel in Brief by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Four Hoboken Stories by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Numerical Methods for Scientists and Engineers by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Complete Variations for Solo Piano by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book North American Indian Life by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book De Natura Fossilium (Textbook of Mineralogy) by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Celtic Fairy Tales by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Autobiography of Josiah Henson by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book You Can Draw Dogs by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book What Is Mathematical Logic? by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Techniques for Marbleizing Paper by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Rotations, Quaternions, and Double Groups by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Eleven Short Stories by Robert H. Randall
Cover of the book Quantum Theory of Fields by Robert H. Randall
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy