Dynamics of Multibody Systems

An introduction to multibody dynamics which emphasizes flexible body dynamics. The basic kinematics and dynamics of rigid and deformable bodies, modeling, and newer computational techniques are discussed, and examples and practical applications are given. The book is suitable for graduate students, researchers and practising engineers.

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"Dynamics of Multibody Systems" shows how to develop general purpose computer programs for the dynamics of multibody systems. It also explains how to minimize stresses in such systems. This is the only text/reference on the topic providing complete and systematic treatment and general techniques for the kinematic and dynamic analysis of multibody systems consisting of rigid and deformable bodies. It shows how to develop and use computational algorithms for the dynamic analysis of deformable bodies in multibody systems. There are end-of-chapter problems.