Presents a systematic view of vibro-impact dynamics based on nonlinear dynamics analysis

Comprehensive understanding of any vibro-impact system is critically impeded by the lack of analytical tools viable for properly characterizing grazing bifurcation. This book establishes vibro-impact dynamics as a subset of the theory of discontinuous systems, thus enabling all vibro-impact systems to be explored and characterized for applications.

The authors present an original theoretical way of analyzing the behavior of vibro-impact dynamics that can be extended to discontinuous dynamics. All topics are logically integrated to allow for vibro-impact dynamics-the central theme-to be presented. It provides a unified treatment of the topic with a sound theoretical base that is applicable to both continuous and discrete systems.

Key features:
* Provides a systematic view of vibro-impact dynamics based on the nonlinear dynamics analysis
* Vibro-impact dynamics is the best physical way to demonstrate discontinuous dynamical systems and is useful for engineering applications
* Includes comprehensive physical problems in an easy to read style