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Special Relativity: Problems and solutions by Yiannis Menis Paperback Book. This book is intended for undergraduate students of physics, engineering, and related disciplines, as well as for readers seeking a clear and structured introduction to Special Relativity. Title Special Relativity. Special Relativity by Yiannis Menis Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description Purpose of the BookThis book is intended for undergraduate students of physics, engineering, and related disciplines, as well as for readers seeking a clear and structured introduction to Special Relativity.Its primary objective is to present the fundamental concepts of the theory in a rigorous yet accessible manner, supported by a comprehensive collection of fully solved problems. Emphasis is placed on developing the reader's ability to apply the theoretical framework to practical situations and examination-type problems.Although the predictions of Special Relativity often contradict everyday intuition, their mathematical formulation is precise and consistent. Through systematic analysis and problem-solving, the reader is guided toward a deeper understanding of the physical principles governing spacetime and relativistic phenomena.The book is suitable both for self-study and as a supplementary text for university-level courses.The underlying philosophy of this and all the author's works is that a deep understanding of physics is achieved primarily through systematic problem-solving. For this reason, particular emphasis is placed on exercises and fully developed solutions, which serve as the main vehicle for mastering the theoretical concepts. Scope of the BookIt should be emphasized that the notation of physical quantities is not unique and may vary across the literature. Particular attention must therefore be paid to the definitions and conventions adopted in this book.The first chapter provides a concise yet comprehensive introduction to the mathematical tools required for the development of the theory, including matrix algebra and the Einstein summation convention.The second chapter introduces transformations between inertial reference frames, leading to the general Galilean transformations and the classical concepts of space and time, while highlighting the limitations of classical (Newtonian) physics.The third chapter presents the postulates of Special Relativity and develops the Lorentz transformations, together with their physical implications, including time dilation and the relativity of simultaneity.The fourth chapter introduces the fundamental physical quantities of the theory, such as four-vectors and their applications in relativistic dynamics and particle processes.The fifth chapter provides an introduction to tensor calculus, allowing the formulation of the theory in a more general and elegant mathematical framework, and preparing the reader for further study in advanced topics such as General Relativity.The sixth chapter presents electrodynamics within the framework of Special Relativity, including Maxwell's equations in covariant form and the electromagnetic field tensor. Details ISBN-13 9798195052195 Title Special Relativity Author Yiannis Menis Format Paperback Year 2026 Pages 216 Publisher Independently Published GEItemID:178737045; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys