FOUNDATIONS OF CLASSICAL MECHANICS

Book Details

• Author: P. C. Deshmukh

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press

• ISBN: 9781108727754

• Pages: 590

• Binding: Paperback

• Edition: First Edition

• Release Date: 30-04-2022

• Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.3 x 1.7 inches

• Languages: English

About The Book
Foundations of Classical Mechanics provides a modern and accessible approach to classical mechanics. Written in clear, easily understandable language, this book integrates mathematical rigor with practical explanations, making complex topics easier for students to grasp. It covers the fundamental principles of physics and builds confidence in applying them to real-world problems.

The book compares and contrasts Newton's, Lagrange's, and Hamilton's equations in great detail, providing a comprehensive understanding of classical mechanics. Topics like free, damped, and driven oscillators, resonance, and their mathematical models are explained systematically. Additionally, the book delves into advanced concepts such as fluid mechanics, special and general relativity, Lorentz transformations, and Maxwell's laws of electrodynamics.

Einstein's theory of relativity and other complex theories like gravitational fields, fractals, and chaos are explored starting from the first principles. The book also includes practice problem sets at the end of each chapter, designed to help students test their understanding of the concepts and reinforce their learning.