Introduction to Dynamics and Control

by Leonard Meirovitch

Overview

An integrated presentation of dynamics, vibrations, and control theory, emphasizing the fundamentals of dynamics. The text's flexible structure makes it useful for integrated courses covering all three areas, individual courses in dynamics, and as a quick refresher for professionals. Includes examples, problems and applications.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780471870746
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	01/16/1991
Pages:	416
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Leonard Meirovitch is the author of Introduction to Dynamics and Control, published by Wiley.

Table of Contents

Concepts from Linear System Theory.

Kinematics.

Dynamics of a Particle.

Response of First-Order and Second-Order Systems.

Dynamics of Systems of Particles.

Dynamics of Rigid Bodies.

Elements of Analytical Dynamics.

Vibration of Linear Multi-Degree-of-Freedom Systems.

Introduction to System Stability.

Computational Techniques for the Response.

Feedback Control Systems.

Appendix.

Bibliography.