ISBN: 9781330407523 - elementary vector analysis (classic reprint): with application to geometry and physics: with application to geometry and physics (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a clear and concise introduction to the principles of vector analysis, a powerful tool for tackling problems in geometry and mechanics. The author traces the evolution of vector analysis from its roots in the work of mathematicians like Hamilton and Grassmann, highlighting its development as a system designed to simplify complex calculations in physics and applied mathematics. The book delves into the fundamental concepts of vector addition, subtraction, and multiplication, illustrating their application to geometry through the study of straight lines, planes, spheres, and twisted curves. The author also explores the crucial role of vectors in mechanics, presenting a detailed analysis of the equations of motion for rigid bodies and a thorough explanation of centroids, including the concept of center of mass. The book's unique approach showcases how the principles of statics can be derived from the fundamental equations of dynamics, simplifying traditional methods of analysis and offering a more unified understanding of these interconnected fields. Ultimately, the book demonstrates the elegance and efficiency of vector analysis as a tool for comprehending the physical world. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 214 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.49 inches. This item is printed on demand.