{"product_id":"fundamentals-of-structural-dynamics-roy-r-craig-9780471430445","title":"Fundamentals of Structural Dynamics","description":"\u003cb\u003eFUNDAMENTALS OF STRUCTURAL DYNAMICS\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e From theory and fundamentals to the latest advances in computational and experimental modal analysis, this is the definitive, updated reference on structural dynamics.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e This edition updates Professor Craig's classic introduction to structural dynamics, which has been an invaluable resource for practicing engineers and a textbook for undergraduate and graduate courses in vibrations and\/or structural dynamics. Along with comprehensive coverage of structural dynamics fundamentals, finite-element-based computational methods, and dynamic testing methods, this \u003ci\u003eSecond Edition \u003c\/i\u003eincludes new and expanded coverage of computational methods, as well as introductions to more advanced topics, including experimental modal analysis and \"active structures.\" With a systematic approach, it presents solution techniques that apply to various engineering disciplines. It discusses single degree-of-freedom (SDOF) systems, multiple degrees-of-freedom (MDOF) systems, and continuous systems in depth; and includes numeric evaluation of modes and frequency of MDOF systems; direct integration methods for dynamic response of SDOF systems and MDOF systems; and component mode synthesis. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Numerous illustrative examples help engineers apply the techniques and methods to challenges they face in the real world. MATLAB\u003csup\u003e(R)\u003c\/sup\u003e is extensively used throughout the book, and many of the .m-files are made available on the book's Web site. \u003ci\u003eFundamentals of Structural Dynamics, Second Edition \u003c\/i\u003eis an indispensable reference and \"refresher course\" for engineering professionals; and a textbook for seniors or graduate students in mechanical engineering, civil engineering, engineering mechanics, or aerospace engineering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Roy R. Craig, Andrew J. Kurdila\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0471430447\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780471430445\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wiley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 04\/01\/2006\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 752\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.80lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.40h x 7.90w x 2.00d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eScitech Book News\u003c\/i\u003e 03\/01\/2007 pg. 134\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roy R. Craig","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":45481715859711,"sku":"9780471430445","price":187.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_4f3ae992-3714-420b-96c3-b575e5d51052.jpg?v=1715987459","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/fundamentals-of-structural-dynamics-roy-r-craig-9780471430445","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}