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This book presents the fundamental concepts of modeling and analysis of vibrations in mechanical systems with one or more degrees of freedom. The presentation of classic topics is enriched by discussions on equilibrium, stability, and the linearization of the equations of motion. Practical examples throughout the text illustrate the applicability of the theory and explore the physics behind the equations. This book includes various Matlab codes, which allow readers to modify parameters and investigate the behavior of a wide range of mechanical systems. Furthermore, it is demonstrated how some of the mechanical systems studied can be constructed using ordinary materials, enabling readers to compare the theoretical results predicted by the mathematical models with the actual observed behavior.
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Rubens G. Salsa Jr. holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of Campinas and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley, where he researched the decoupling of linear dynamical systems. He worked as postdoctoral researcher at the Aeronautics Institute of Technology in Brazil, focusing on metamaterials for vibration control. He is currently associate professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, where he teaches courses on Dynamics and Vibrations, coordinates research projects on mechanical system modeling, and organizes outreach and educational activities.
