Title Advanced mechanics : from Euler's deteminism to Arnold's chaos Author(s) S.G. Rajeev Description 1 online resource : illustrations Abstract Note This book begins with the ancient parts of classical mechanics: the variational principle, Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formalisms, and Poisson brackets. Hamilton-Jacobi theory is discussed, showing a path towards quantum mechanics and a connection to the eikonal of optics. The three body problem is studied in detail, including small orbits around the Lagrange points. Chaos on the complex plane is also covered: Julia sets, Fatou sets and the Mandelblot Notes Includes bibliographical references and index ISBN,Price 9780191775154 (ebook) Keyword(s) 1. EBOOK 2. EBOOK - OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS 3. MECHANICS Item Type eBook Multi-Media Links Please Click here for eBook Circulation Data Accession#   Call# Status Issued To Return Due On Physical Location OB1125     On Shelf