Download or read book Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems written by Robert L. Woods and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 521 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reflecting the state-of-the-art and current trends in modeling and simulation, this text provides comprehensive coverage of 1) the modeling techniques of the major types of dynamic engineering systems, 2) the solution techniques for the resulting differential equations for linear and nonlinear systems, and 3) the attendant mathematical procedures related to the representation of dynamic systems and determination of their time and frequency response characteristics. It explains in detail how to select all of the system component parameter values for static and dynamic performance specifications and limits.* Treats all of the engineering technologies with equal depth and completeness. * Covers mechanical, electrical, fluid (hydraulics and pneumatics), and thermal systems - with an emphasis on the similarity of the response characteristics of systems in all technologies. * Begins with a broad overview of the concepts of dynamic systems and systems approach to the analysis and design of engineering systems. * Organizes modeling content along technology lines and mathematical fundamentals rather than procedures that are in common. * Each modeling chapter begins with a discussion of the