Statich and dynamics form the foundation of many engineering disciplines and are, therefore, essential to the training of an engineer. Mastery of these subjects requires a clear understanding of the principles, and experience in applying the Principles to a wide renge of situations. Because the applications require reasoning rather than memorization, statics and dynemics are perceived dy students as diffcult courses, making particularly challenging.
The book contains several optional topics, which are marked by an asterisk (*). This material can be omitted without jeopardizing the persrntation of other of Statics. An asterisk is also used to mark problems that require advanced resoning.
Chapter 1 Introduction to Statics
Chapter 2 Basic Operations with Force Systems
Chapter 3 Resultants of Force Systems
Chapter 4 Coplanar Equilibrium Analysis
Chapter 5 Nonoplanar Equilibrium
Chapter 6 Beams and Cables
Chapter 7 Dry Fricion
Chapter 8 Centroids and Distributed Loads
Chapter 9 Moment and Products of Inertia of Areas
Chapter 10 Virtual Work and Potential Energy