Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems: International Edition

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 basic components of a specific engineering technology and then shows how to combine the components into systems and how to obtain the appropriate governing differential equation model of a system. * Presents both linear and nonlinear systems examples common in engineering applications. * Approaches nonlinear problems by working with the nonlinearity rather than linearizing it. * Discusses four techniques for the solution of differential equations: * Classical methods (for low-ordered linear systems). * Laplace transform techniques (for higher-ordered linear systems). * Numerical integration using digital computation. * Analog computation (both used for linear and nonlinear systems of arbitrary order). * Stresses the importance of matching the system mathematical model to the solution technique: * Recommends classical models for low-ordered linear systems that are to be solved using analytical differential equations methods or transfer function techniques); and emphasizes state-space formulations for use with digital and analog simulation solutions. * Presents both frequency-domain and time-domain analysis techniques. * Explains manipulation techniques to convert a classical differential equation into the state-space form and to covert the state-space form into the classical transfer function format. * Intersperses the concepts of derivation of classical equations, transfer functions, and state space differential equations in each chapter. * Focuses on the careful analysis of units for the components and coefficients in the differential equations - and the compatibility of equations in terms of units. * Lists often-used geometrical, mass, and material information for mechanical system components (Appendix B). * Emphasizes engineering system analysis and design in examples, problems, and in a full chapter devoted to design. * Examples and homework problems include specific numbers and component values. * a full chapter presents a mathematical model and then illustrates how to select each and every component value and parameter based upon specification and limitations of performance. * Provides an abundance of examples, practice problems, and references. * Solves many of the example problems with the Student Edition of MATLAB®. * Provides limited instruction on the use of MATLAB for the solution of typical dynamic simulation problems. * Uses SI and English units alternatively throughout. * Presents conversions between the two (Appendix A).

Table of Contents:
Introduction. I. OVERVIEW OF DYNAMIC SYSTEMS.  1. Introduction to Modeling and Simulation.  2. Models for Dynamic Systems and Systems Similarity. II. MODELING OF ENGINEERING SYSTEMS.  3. Mechanical Systems.  4. Electrical Systems.  5. Fluid Systems.  6. Thermal Systems.  7. Mixed Discipline Systems. III. SYSTEM DYNAMIC RESPONSE ANALYSIS.  8. Frequency Response.  9. Time Response and Digital Simulation. IV. ENGINEERING APPLICATIONS. 10. System Design and Selection of Components. Appendix A: Units and Conversions. Appendix B: Properties of Mechanical System Components. Appendix C: Vector and Matrix Algebra. Appendix D: Systems of Algebraic Equations. Appendix E: Solutions of Differential Equations by Classical Methods. Appendix F: Laplace Transform Solution of Differential Equations. Appendix G: State-Space Representation of Dynamic Systems. Appendix H: Digital Simulation Using Matlab. Appendix I: Analog Simulation. Appendix J: Questions About the Material in the Book. Questions About the Material in the Book. Index.