Newtonian Mechanics. Exploring the Principles of Classical Physics from Fundamentals to Advanced Applications

Mercury Learning and Information, Derek Raine

Newtonian mechanics is fundamental in physics education due to its intellectual significance, diverse applications, and its role in teaching modeling and problem-solving. This text covers both introductory and advanced topics, making it suitable for extended study. Emphasizing problem-solving, it guides readers through the process of constructing models and finding solutions, thus enhancing their analytical skills.Starting with mechanical models and forces, the course progresses through kinematics, energy, and motion, providing a solid foundation. Further chapters delve into momentum, orbital motion, and oscillations, offering insights into dynamic systems. Advanced topics like rigid bodies, stability of motion, and Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics ensure a comprehensive understanding.The journey through this course equips learners with the skills to approach complex problems, construct effective models, and develop robust solutions, making it invaluable for students aiming to excel in physics and related fields.

The Causal Universe

Michał Heller, Bogdan Dembiński, George F.R. Ellis, Julian Barbour, ...

A collection of essays dealing with causality, a core issue for both science and philosophy. The Reader will learn about different types of causality in complex systems and about new perspectives on this issue based on physical and cosmological considerations. In addition, the collection includes essays pertaining to the problem of causality in ancient Greek philosophy, and to the problem of God’s relation to the causal structures of nature viewed in the light of contemporary physics and cosmology.