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Rational Mechanics: The Classic Notre Dame Course (Dover Books on Physics),Used
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Developed from a classic undergraduate course on the study of the motion of bodies, this volume stresses the history of science as well as relevant physics and mathematics. R. Catesby Taliaferro developed a wellattended and muchrevered course during his 20year tenure at Notre Dame. He left among his papers the unfinished manuscript for this text, which has now been completed and prepared for publication by a group of his former students and colleagues.Suitable for undergraduates and beginning graduate students of physics and the history of science, this volume begins with an exploration of ancient Greek celestial mechanics and the seventeenthcentury scientific revolution incited by Kepler's work. Subsequent chapters examine vector spaces and their applications, elementary differential geometry, particle dynamics, displacement and kinematics, theories of light, and the special theory of relativity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Rational Mechanics: The Classic Notre Dame Course'? A: This book emphasizes the history of science along with relevant physics and mathematics, developed from a classic undergraduate course on motion.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by R. Catesby Taliaferro, who developed the course at Notre Dame.
- Q: What topics are covered in this volume? A: It covers ancient Greek celestial mechanics, the scientific revolution, vector spaces, elementary differential geometry, particle dynamics, theories of light, and special relativity.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, it is suitable for undergraduates and beginning graduate students in physics and the history of science.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Rational Mechanics' published? A: The book was published on September 17, 2014.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Does this book include practical applications of mechanics? A: Yes, it includes applications such as particle dynamics and kinematics.
- Q: Can this book help with understanding the special theory of relativity? A: Yes, the book includes chapters that discuss the special theory of relativity.