This book is an essential guide to nonlinear dynamics and vibration control, detailing both the theory and the practical industrial applications within all aspects of engineering. It will aid both students and engineers in practically and safely improving flexible structures through control methods.

Jie Huang is professor at the School of Mechanical Engineering, Beijing Institute of Technology. He also held visiting appointments at Georgia Institute of Technology, University of Technology Sydney, and University of Southampton. His research interests include flexible multibody dynamics and vibration control.

Chapter 1. Nonlinear Dynamics
Chapter 2. Vibration Control
Chapter 3. Bridge Cranes
Chapter 4. Tower Cranes
Chapter 5. Aerial Cranes
Chapter 6. Dual Cranes
Chapter 7. Flexible Link Manipulator
Chapter 8. Liquid Sloshing