Relativistic World. Volume 1, Mechanics /
In contrast to other introductions to special relativity, this one aims at a conceptually clear presentation of the theory. While not shying away from the proper mathematics, an emphasis is placed on an easy understanding of the underlying concepts, rather than technical calulcations only. With an e...
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| Médium: | Licensed eBooks |
| Jazyk: | angličtina |
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Berlin ; Boston :
De Gruyter,
[2018]
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| Edice: | De Gruyter Textbook ;
Volume 1 |
| On-line přístup: | https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=1868104 |
Obsah:
- Frontmatter
- Contents
- Introduction
- 1. The Lorentz Transformations
- 2. A Bit Of Philosophy And History
- 3. Kinematics
- 4. Dynamics
- 5. Force And Equations Of Motion
- 6. Non-Inertial Frames
- 7. Covariant Formalism
- 8. Dynamics In Covariant Notation
- 9. Curvilinear Coordinates
- 10. The Motion Of Rods And Gyroscopes
- 11. Quaternions
- 12. Velocity Space
- M. Mathematical Appendix
- C. Comments
- H. Help
- Index