Continuum Mechanics - (Dover Books on Physics) by A J M Spencer (Paperback)

This comprehensive textbook provides a unified approach to teaching fluid and solid mechanics, focusing on the general mechanical principles that apply to all materials.

With an emphasis on mathematical statements of laws of conservation of mass, momentum, and energy, as well as formulation of mechanical constitutive equations for various classes of fluids and solids, this text is ideal for undergraduate students of applied mathematics, physicists, and engineers.

The book opens with introductory chapters on matrix algebra, vectors, and Cartesian tensors, followed by a graded selection of problems with answers.

Whether you're looking to gain a deeper understanding of the fundamental principles of mechanics or seeking to specialize in any of the different branches of continuum mechanics, this text is an essential resource for anyone interested in pursuing a career in civil or mechanical engineering.