Includes bibliographical references (p. 562) and index.

1 Essential Material for Dynamics 2 Kinematics and Dynamics of Point Masses 3 Kinematic Analysis of Planar Mechanisms 4 System of Point Masses: Special Dynamic Properties 5 Dynamics of Rigid Bodies in Simpler Planar Motion 6 Introduction to Dynamics of Rigid Bodies in General Motion 7 Introduction to Analytical Dynamics 8 Vibrations/Oscillations of Dynamical Systems Appendix A Simulink Tutorial and a Brief Introduction to MATLAB Appendix B Notes on Sequential Rotations, Angular Velocity, and Acceleration Appendix C Properties of the Inertia Matrix of a Body Appendix D Suggested Computer Lab Assignments Appendix E Simulink and MATLAB Files Appendix F Answers to Selected Problems Appendix G Some References for Advanced Studies

Crespo da Silva's Intermediate Dynamics: Complemented with Simulations and Animations offers a unique approach, based on a strong problem-solving methodology and use of computer software for problem modeling, visualization and solution. Dynamics concepts are developed progressively, so readers can follow the natural flow of topics, from basic to more advanced. Later chapters cover Lagrangian dynamics and vibrations/oscillations of systems, for courses that advance to this level. Reviewers have praised the book for its excellent problems and examples, that effectively link dynamics concepts with engineering applications. The inclusion of MATLAB and Simulink provides a vehicle for showing modern computer usage, problem modeling, and visualizations of dynamics concepts. A bound-in CD-ROM with Simulink routines is included, and a Book Website has full solutions to all chapter problems, links to professional websites, and other student and instructor resources.