Table of Content

Part Opener I (Statics)

Fundamentals of Mechanics

Elements of Vector Algebra

Systems of forces

Equivalent Force Systems

Equations of Equilibrium

Friction Forces

Properties of Surfaces

Moments and Products of Inertia

Part Opener II (Dynamics)

Kinematics of a Particle-Simple Relative Motion

Particle Dynamics

Energy Methods for Particles

Methods of Momentum for Particles

Kinematics of Rigid Bodies: Relative Motion

Kinetics of Plane Motion of Rigid Bodies

Energy and Impulse-Momentum Methods for Rigid Bodies

Vibrations

Salient Features

Offers an approach that improves continuity and provides a smooth transition to upper-level courses in other engineering sciences.

Provides in-depth coverage of Screw Jack and Compound Pendulum