Suitable for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students, this text explores the most exact methods used in the theory of figures of equilibrium. It also examines problems concerning the figures of celestial bodies, including invariable or varying figures, zonal rotation, systems composed of fluid and rigid parts, and more. 1958 edition. Unabridged republication of the edition published by Interscience Publishers, Inc., New York, 1958.
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An Introduction to Celestial Mechanics by Forest Ray Moulton Classic text still unsurpassed in presentation of fundamental principles. Covers rectilinear motion, central forces, problems of two and three bodies, much more. Includes over 200 problems, some with answers.
Introduction to Tensor Calculus, Relativity and Cosmology by D. F. Lawden Elementary introduction emphasizes aspects that students find most difficult: tensors in curved spaces and application to general relativity theory; black holes; gravitational waves; more. Solution guide available upon request. 1982 edition.
Fundamentals of Astrodynamics by Roger Bate Teaching text developed by U.S. Air Force Academy develops the basic two-body and n-body equations of motion; orbit determination; classical orbital elements, coordinate transformations; differential correction; more. 1971 edition.
