Classical Dynamics of Particles and Systems, International Edition by Stephen Thornton (Author), Jerry Marion (Author)

ISBN: 9780495556107

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Brooks Cole, ‎ 6 Nov. 2007

Paperback, 660 pages

This best-selling classical mechanics text, written for the advanced undergraduate one- or two-semester course, provides a complete account of the classical mechanics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Vector calculus is used extensively to explore topics.The Lagrangian formulation of mechanics is introduced early to show its powerful problem solving ability.. Modern notation and terminology are used throughout in support of the text’s objective: to facilitate students’ transition to advanced physics and the mathematical formalism needed for the quantum theory of physics. CLASSICAL DYNAMICS OF PARTICLES AND SYSTEMS can easily be used for a one- or two-semester course, depending on the instructor’s choice of topics.