Advanced Dynamics of Mechanical Systems. 3 credits

Catalog description

This course introduces the principles and methods for formulating and analyzing mathematical models of mechanical and robotic systems using Newtonian, Lagrangian, and Hamiltonian formulations of particle and rigid body dynamics. Additional topics include geometric mechanics, symmetry and reduction, and application to some basic problems in mechatronics, robotics, and autonomy. Offered by Mechanical Engineering . May not be repeated for credit.