The Variational Principles of Mechanics

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Physics, General Physics
Cover of the book The Variational Principles of Mechanics by Cornelius Lanczos, Dover Publications
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Cornelius Lanczos ISBN: 9780486134703
Publisher: Dover Publications Publication: April 24, 2012
Imprint: Dover Publications Language: English
Author: Cornelius Lanczos
ISBN: 9780486134703
Publisher: Dover Publications
Publication: April 24, 2012
Imprint: Dover Publications
Language: English

Analytical mechanics is, of course, a topic of perennial interest and usefulness in physics and engineering, a discipline that boasts not only many practical applications, but much inherent mathematical beauty. Unlike many standard textbooks on advanced mechanics, however, this present text eschews a primarily technical and formalistic treatment in favor of a fundamental, historical, philosophical approach. As the author remarks, there is a tremendous treasure of philosophical meaning" behind the great theories of Euler and Lagrange, Hamilton, Jacobi, and other mathematical thinkers.
Well-written, authoritative, and scholarly, this classic treatise begins with an introduction to the variational principles of mechanics including the procedures of Euler, Lagrange, and Hamilton.
Ideal for a two-semester graduate course, the book includes a variety of problems, carefully chosen to familiarize the student with new concepts and to illuminate the general principles involved. Moreover, it offers excellent grounding for the student of mathematics, engineering, or physics who does not intend to specialize in mechanics, but wants a thorough grasp of the underlying principles.
The late Professor Lanczos (Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies) was a well-known physicist and educator who brought a superb pedagogical sense and profound grasp of the principles of mechanics to this work, now available for the first time in an inexpensive Dover paperback edition. His book will be welcomed by students, physicists, engineers, mathematicians, and anyone interested in a clear masterly exposition of this all-important discipline.

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

Analytical mechanics is, of course, a topic of perennial interest and usefulness in physics and engineering, a discipline that boasts not only many practical applications, but much inherent mathematical beauty. Unlike many standard textbooks on advanced mechanics, however, this present text eschews a primarily technical and formalistic treatment in favor of a fundamental, historical, philosophical approach. As the author remarks, there is a tremendous treasure of philosophical meaning" behind the great theories of Euler and Lagrange, Hamilton, Jacobi, and other mathematical thinkers.
Well-written, authoritative, and scholarly, this classic treatise begins with an introduction to the variational principles of mechanics including the procedures of Euler, Lagrange, and Hamilton.
Ideal for a two-semester graduate course, the book includes a variety of problems, carefully chosen to familiarize the student with new concepts and to illuminate the general principles involved. Moreover, it offers excellent grounding for the student of mathematics, engineering, or physics who does not intend to specialize in mechanics, but wants a thorough grasp of the underlying principles.
The late Professor Lanczos (Dublin Institute of Advanced Studies) was a well-known physicist and educator who brought a superb pedagogical sense and profound grasp of the principles of mechanics to this work, now available for the first time in an inexpensive Dover paperback edition. His book will be welcomed by students, physicists, engineers, mathematicians, and anyone interested in a clear masterly exposition of this all-important discipline.

More books from Dover Publications

Cover of the book The Canterbury Tales by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Magician's Magic by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Nineteenth-Century French Short Stories (Dual-Language) by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Topological Methods in Euclidean Spaces by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Dante Alighieri by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Nielsen's Fairy Tale Illustrations in Full Color by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Through the Looking-Glass by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Varney the Vampyre by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Fyodor Dostoyevsky The Dover Reader by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book A Sentimental Journey by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book A Narrative of Events by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Accessories of Dress by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Little Jack Rabbit's Adventures by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Major Barbara by Cornelius Lanczos
Cover of the book Chicago Poems by Cornelius Lanczos
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