Rotational motion is of fundamental importance in physics and engineering, and an essential topic for undergraduates to master. This accessible yet rigorous Student's Guide focuses on the underlying principles of rotational dynamics, providing the reader with an intuitive understanding of the physical concepts, and a firm grasp of the mathematics. Key concepts covered include torque, moment of inertia, angular momentum, work and energy, and the combination of translational and rotational motion. Each chapter presents one important aspect of the topic, with derivations and analysis of the fundamental equations supported by step-by-step examples and exercises demonstrating important applications. Much of the book is focused on scenarios in which point masses and rigid bodies rotate around fixed axes, while more advanced examples of rotational motion, including gyroscopic motion, are introduced in a final chapter.

A compact and accessible guide to the principles of rotational dynamics, supported by step-by examples and exercises.

About the Author
Effrosyni Seitaridou is Professor of Physics at Oxford College of Emory University and received her Ph.D. in applied physics from Caltech in 2008. Her research is focused on biological physics and she has co-authored a book, 'Simple Brownian Diffusion' (Oxford University Press, 2012). She has received numerous awards for excellence in teaching. Alfred Farris is Assistant Professor in Physics at Oxford College of Emory University and received his Ph.D. from the University of Georgia. He teaches the rotational dynamics module at Emory alongside Effrosyni Seitaridou, and has received awards for excellence in teaching both at Emory and at the University of Georgia.


Book Information
ISBN 9781009213356
Author Effrosyni Seitaridou
Format Paperback
Page Count 198
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 272g