italian version

Aims :

The aim of the course is to study dynamics and statics of a rigid body with constraints.

Topics :

Free vector calculus. Systems of applied vectors: equivalence and reduction. Vector functions. Holonomic constraints. Lagrangian coordinates. Rigid body with constraints. Kinematics of a rigid body. Poisson theorem and angular velocity. Relative kinematics. Newton’s laws. Appearing forces. Mass geometry. Kinetic quantities. Dynamical equations and equilibrium conditions for a rigid body with constraints.

Textbooks :

M. Fabrizio “Elementi di meccanica classica” ed. Zanichelli
L. Bassi “Dispense del corso di meccanica razionale” ed. CLUA

Exam :

The exam consists of a written test including a question about theory and an application.

Tutorial Session :

Tuesday 12.30 – 13.30 ; wednesday 10.00 – 12.00 ; thursday 12.30 – 13.30