MANE 6400 - Analytical Dynamics

Institution:

Roberts Wesleyan University

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Description:

A fundamental course in dynamics of rigid and flexible bodies. Review of kinematics and Newtonian dynamics; virtual variations and fundamentals of calculus of variations; generalized coordinates, velocities and momenta; constraints; generalized Hamilton's principle and Lagrangean dynamics; rotational dynamics, orientation angles and Euler parameters; brief introduction to the analysis of nonlinear systems and stability of motion. Applications to the motion of rigid and flexible bodies. The role of symbolic manipulation in dynamics is introduced. When Offered: Fall term annually. Credit Hours: 3

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.Roberts.edu

Phone Number:

(585) 594-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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