Binding: Paperback
Description: Emphasizing physics over mathematics this popular classroom - tested text helps advanced undergraduates acquire a sound physical understanding of wave phenomena. This second edition of Oscillations and Waves: An Introduction contains new widgets animations in Python and exercises as well as updated chapter content throughout; continuing to ease the difficult transition for students between lower - division courses that mostly encompass algebraic equations and upper - division courses that rely on differential equations. Assuming familiarity with the laws of physics and college - level mathematics the author covers aspects of optics that crucially depend on the wave - like nature of light such as wave optics. Examples explore discrete mechanical optical and quantum mechanical systems; continuous gases fluids and elastic solids; electronic circuits; and electromagnetic waves. The text also introduces the conventional complex representation of oscillations and waves during the discussion of quantum mechanical waves. Features: Fully updated throughout and featuring new widgets animations and end of chapter exercises to enhance understanding Offers complete coverage of advanced topics in waves such as electromagnetic wave propagation through the ionosphere Includes examples from mechanical systems elastic solids electronic circuits optical systems and other areas
Title: Oscillations And Waves An Introduction Second Edition
Author(s): Fitzpatrick Richard (The University Of Texas Austin Usa)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9781138479715
Pages: 299 Pages, 3 Tables, Black And White; 111 Line Drawings, Black And White; 1 Halftones, Black And Whi
Publication Date: 7/16/2018
Category: Dynamics & Vibration