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This is the first and only monograph on this subject, and provides a systematic presentation of theoretical fundamentals of the mechanics of rods as well as numerical methods used for practical purposes. Includes problems and solutions for self-study.

The volume is devoted to the dynamics of rods, which is a branch of mech- ics of deformable bodies. The main goal of the book is to present systema- cally theoretical fundamentals of the mechanics of rods as well as numerical methods used for practical purposes. Linear and nonlinear... Read Full Overview

Kinematics.- General Equations of Motion.- Small Vibrations of Space-Curved Rods.- Determination of Eigenvalues and Eigenfunctions.- Free and Forced Small Vibrations.- Random Vibrations.- Straight Rods.- Dynamics of Rods Interacting with Airflow or Liquid Flow.- Rods Exerted... Read Full Overview