Fundamentals of Mechanics with Special Theory of Relativity : Study Notes on Mechanics for Undergraduate students (Undergraduate Lecture Notes in Physics)

Ghosh, Tapas/ Roy, Sourabh

Springer, Berlin; Springer（2026/09発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9783032247735

Full Description

This textbook was written in response to a widespread issue the author observed over many years of teaching: most introductory mechanics books do not make foundational concepts truly accessible. After examining more than 100 textbooks and numerous research articles, the author identified a significant gap between high school physics and advanced classical mechanics, a gap that often leaves students confused and discouraged.

This book closes that gap with clarity, rigor, and an intuitive approach.

Aimed at undergraduate students in Physics, Mathematics, and Engineering, it provides detailed mathematical derivations, step-by-step problem‑solving strategies, clear illustrations, and exam‑oriented content. Each chapter includes solved examples and a range of practice problems designed to strengthen both conceptual understanding and analytical skills.

Written in simple and accessible language, the book is ideal for students with no prior exposure to mechanics. It also serves as a valuable resource for educators preparing course materials and exams. Developed in response to the persistent requests of his students, the author has created a comprehensive and student‑friendly guide that redefines the teaching of classical mechanics, making it not only understandable, but genuinely engaging.

Contents

VELOCITY AND ACCELERATION.- MOTION UNDER CENTRAL FORCE.- CENTRE OF MASS AND MOMENT OF INERTIA.- ROTATIONAL MOTION.- GRAVITATION.- SPECIAL THEORY OF RELATIVITY.