statics 3d rigid body equilibrium example problems

The author has done a nice job by putting sections and subsections in the right place. However, figure captions look too short, and adding some more information may be useful. I like that figures in each chapter have their own numbering system with respect to the chapter number. The overall structure of the book holds together quite well. It is very consistent and readable like a story from chapter 1 to chapter 10. Using more colorful figures may be attractive for students who are less interested in engineering problems. I like the friendly tone that has been used by the authors and the vocabulary and terminology are understandable for all readers even international students. Thinking Deeper sections are also interesting for those students who want to know more about the concepts behind the problems. Using subsections facilitates the readability aspect of the book.

In addition, the users can take advantage of the graphical solutions if they use technology such as GeoGebra or a CAD program to make the diagram, then their answers will be precise. However, the authors try to stay up to date by using matrix solutions which is highly appreciated. Since the topics rely on the fundamentals of physics and follow Euclidean geometry, we cannot expect any change in the near future. I found the relevancy aspect of this book pretty high. I could not find any problem with a wrong answer neither in the solution nor in the final answers. In the current format, the book looks accurate. Adding an index/glossary is also helpful. I think students can use this book as a study guide very well but they also need an auxiliary textbook/pamphlet to fill the gap of not solving multiple problems for each topic. Only one sample problem for most of the topics is not enough particularly for those who need time to understand the concepts through solving sample problems. Students who take Engineering Statics need to practice many problems/examples to get ready for their exams.

The only negative point that I can mention is the lack of enough sample problems for each content. One of the interesting parts of this book is using QR codes for which you can have access to dynamic pictures of the book. Also, I found the trigonometric tables very useful for students who have forgotten basic geometry and trigonometry. There are interactive problems at the end of each chapter of the book which can be considered as a quick review of the book.

The order of the chapters is also logical and in a standard form including Introduction to Statics, Forces and Other Vectors, Equilibrium of Particles, Moments and Static Equivalence, Rigid Body Equilibrium, Equilibrium of Structures, Centroids and Centers of Gravity, Internal Forces, Friction, and Moments of Inertia. Fortunately, the book covers most of the syllabus for Statics courses that I teach. I found this book very interesting and thorough. Reviewed by Mohammad Valipour, Assistant Professor, Metropolitan State University of Denver on 8/28/23 Journalism, Media Studies & Communications +.

Statics 3d rigid body equilibrium example problems