Dynamics of Multibody Systems, Third Edition

Features

• Cover Type: Hard Cover with 384 pages
• Published by: Cambridge University Press
• Edition: 3rd Edition May 2, 2005
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0521850118
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0521850117
• Book Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.1 x 1 inches
• Weighs: 1.8 pounds

Product Review
'Professor Shabana has many great publications in the field of multibody systems and his third edition work is a standard reference on many mechanical engineering courses; it is a work that will enrich this field of study for years to come.' Measurement + Control

Product Description
Dynamics of Multibody Systems introduces multibody dynamics, with an emphasis on flexible body dynamics. Many common mechanisms such as automobiles, space structures, robots, and micro machines have mechanical and structural systems that consist of interconnected rigid and deformable components. The dynamics of these large-scale, multibody systems are highly nonlinear, presenting complex problems that in most cases can only be solved with computer-based techniques. The book begins with a review of the basic ideas of kinematics and the dynamics of rigid and deformable bodies before moving on to more advanced topics and computer implementation. This new edition includes important new developments relating to the problem of large deformations and numerical algorithms as applied to flexible multibody systems. The book's wealth of examples and practical applications will be useful to graduate students, researchers, and practicing engineers working on a wide variety of flexible multibody systems.

Reader Reviews
This review is from: Dynamics of Multibody Systems (Paperback) This is a well written work with a minimum of "it is left up to the student to prove" or "It is easily verified". The author proceeds from rigid body nomenclature and the non-linear effects of multibody motion, thru a brief overview of elasticity as related to multi-body dynamics and applies both to a good understanding of flexible multi-body dynamics. This is truly a classic work and it is very unfortunate that it is out of print. I would recommend this book to anyone who needs a firm foundation in the mathematics of multi-body dynamics.