Continuum Mechanics using Mathematica®: Fundamentals, Applications and Scientific Computing (Modeling and Simulation in Science, Engineering and Technology) Review

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(More customer reviews)The mathematics discussed here is quite involved. Including tensor analysis, stress-strain relations and the non-linear Navier Stokes equation. Much of the work involves numerical analysis, as there are no analytic solutions to many problems.
You can treat the book as a standard, advanced text on the subject. But the added filip here is how it shows Mathematica can be used. Most general purpose texts on Mathematica involve simpler maths; high school or undergraduate level. Yet the program is quite powerful.
The book seems aimed at those scientists and engineers who are not primarily programmers. The idea is to let Mathematica offload much of the programming burden. The tradeoff might be that a loss of efficiency vis a vis custom code. But that might be acceptable to you.

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This book's methodological approach familiarizes readers with themathematical tools required to correctly define and solve problems incontinuum mechanics. The book covers essential principles andfundamental applications, and provides a solid basis for a deeperstudy of more challenging and specialized problems related toelasticity, fluid mechanics, plasticity, materials with memory,piezoelectricity, ferroelectricity, magneto-fluid mechanics, and state changes.Key topics and features: * Concise presentation strikes a balance between fundamentals andapplications* Requisite mathematical background carefully collected in two introductory chapters and two appendices* CD-ROM containing Mathematica-based exercises, examples, andprograms related to the text; this user-friendly software is unique inthe literature and allows readers to quickly solve complex,time-consuming problems related to the application areas covered* Recent developments highlighted through coverage of more significant applications to areas such as porous media, electromagnetic fields,and phase transitionsContinuum Mechanics using Mathematica is aimed at advancedundergraduates, graduate students, and researchers in appliedmathematics, mathematical physics, and engineering. It may serve as acourse textbook or self-study reference for anyone seeking a solidfoundation in the field.

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Modeling, Analysis, and Control of Dynamic Systems Review

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(More customer reviews)This is an excellent text for studying the esssential analysis and methods of modeling dynamics and control systems.

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A Comprehensive Introduction to a Dynamic Field More modeling.more controls.more electrical and mechanical devices.. The second edition contains more coverage of key topics for a comprehensive introduction to dynamic systems and control. This includes modeling and analysis techniques, the fundamentals and applications of control systems, transfer functions, sensitivity and robust control, and digital control. Engineering design is also emphasized throughout the text with case studies, design examples, problems, and extensive hardware coverage. Key Features of the Second Edition* Extensive coverage on modeling is expanded to four chapters. The selection of engineering examples and the clear writing effectively relates the math methods to the real world.* Laplace transform response techniques are introduced as needed in the context of engineering applications. This approach clearly demonstrates the need for and the power of these techniques.* Case studies are integrated throughout the text to provide in-depth treatment of practical engineering applications such as motion control system design, electromechanical system design, vehicle suspension design, and aircraft response modes.* Optional sections at the end of each chapter introduce Matlab commands and applications relevant to the chapter's topics.* Digital controller design using Matlab is covered without the need for z-transform theory.

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Modeling and Analysis of Dynamic Systems Review

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(More customer reviews)I had to buy this book for my last semester in electrical engineering. It is a good choice as an introduction to mathematical tools used in representation and analysis of dynamic systems, electrical or mecanical.
First, there are a few chapters about basic notions of dynamic (translational and rotational. You can pass this part quickly if you had a few mechanic classes, because it is just to show the good way to represent systems in modeling. Next, a good explanation of state variable modeling, transfert function, linear vs non linear equations, etc, is well written, with good examples, without too advanced maths. If you have learned basic notions in calculus and linear algebra, you can follow the text pretty easily.

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The book presents the methodology applicable to the modeling and analysis of a variety of dynamic systems, regardless of their physical origin. It includes detailed modeling of mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, thermal, and fluid systems. Models are developed in the form of state-variable equations, input-output differential equations, transfer functions, and block diagrams. The Laplace-transform is used for analytical solutions. Computer solutions are based on MATLAB and Simulink.

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