Description: A concise but rigorous treatment of variational techniques, focussing primarily on Lagrangian and Hamiltonian systems, this book is ideal for physics, engineering and mathematics students. The book begins by applying Lagrange's equations to a number of mechanical systems. It introduces the concepts of generalized coordinates and generalized momentum. Following this the book turns to the calculus of variations to derive the Euler-Lagrange equations. It introduces Hamilton's principle and uses this throughout the book to derive further results. The Hamiltonian, Hamilton's equations, canonical transformations, Poisson brackets and Hamilton-Jacobi theory are considered next. The book concludes by discussing continuous Lagrangians and Hamiltonians and how they are related to field theory. Written in clear, simple language and featuring numerous worked examples and exercises to help students master the material, this book is a valuable supplement to courses in mechanics.
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EAN: 9781107042889
UPC: 9781107042889
ISBN: 9781107042889
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Book Title: A Student's Guide to Lagrangians and Hamiltonians
Item Length: 23.1 cm
Number of Pages: 184 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: A Student's Guide to Lagrangians and Hamiltonians
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Year: 2013
Subject: Mechanics
Item Height: 229 mm
Item Weight: 420 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Patrick Hamill
Item Width: 152 mm
Format: Hardcover
