Mohammed F. Daqaq, PhD, is a Global Network Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at New York University, Abu Dhabi. His research focuses on the application of various nonlinear phenomena to improve the performance of micro-power generation systems, micro-electromechanical systems, and vibration assisted manufacturing processes. He serves as an Associate Editor of the ASME Journal of Vibration and Acoustics and as a Subject Editor of the Journal Nonlinear Dynamics.

1 Kinematics of Particles 1
2 Dynamics of Particles: Vectorial Approach 27
3 Dynamics of Rigid Bodies: Vectorial Approach 55
4 System Constraints and Virtual Displacement 103
5 Dynamics of Particles: Analytical Approach 117
6 Dynamics of Rigid Bodies: Analytical Approach 161
7 Momentum 183
8 Motion of Charged Bodies in an Electric Field 227
9 Introduction to Analysis Tools 285
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A unique approach to teaching particle and rigid body dynamics using solved illustrative examples and exercises to encourage self-learning
The study of particle and rigid body dynamics is a fundamental part of curricula for students pursuing graduate degrees in areas involving dynamics and control of systems. These include physics, robotics, nonlinear dynamics, aerospace, celestial mechanics and automotive engineering, among others. While the field of particle and rigid body dynamics has not evolved significantly over the past seven decades, neither have approaches to teaching this complex subject. This book fills the void in the academic literature by providing a uniquely stimulating, "flipped classroom" approach to teaching particle and rigid body dynamics which was developed, tested and refined by the author and his colleagues over the course of many years of instruction at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
Complete with numerous solved illustrative examples and exercises to encourage self-learning in a flipped-classroom environment, Dynamics of Particles and Rigid Bodies: A Self-Learning Approach:
* Provides detailed, easy-to-understand explanations of concepts and mathematical derivations
* Includes numerous flipped-classroom exercises carefully designed to help students comprehend the material covered without actually solving the problem for them
* Features an extensive chapter on electromechanical modelling of systems involving particle and rigid body motion
* Provides examples from the state-of-the-art research on sensing, actuation, and energy harvesting mechanisms
* Offers access to a companion website featuring additional exercises, worked problems, diagrams and a solutions manual
Ideal as a textbook for classes in dynamics and controls courses, Dynamics of Particles and Rigid Bodies: A Self-Learning Approach is a godsend for students pursuing advanced engineering degrees who need to master this complex subject. It will also serve as a handy reference for professional engineers across an array of industrial domains.