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020 _a9783030112134
040 _cIIT Kanpur
041 _aeng
082 _a620.2
_bP611a3
100 _aPierce, D. Allan
245 _aAcoustics
_ban introduction to its physical principles and applications
_cAllan D. Pierce
250 _a3rd ed.
260 _bSpringer
_c2019
_aNew York
300 _axli, 768p
520 _aThis corrected version of the landmark 1981 textbook introduces the physical principles and theoretical basis of acoustics with deep mathematical rigor, concentrating on concepts and points of view that have proven useful in applications such as noise control, underwater sound, architectural acoustics, audio engineering, nondestructive testing, remote sensing, and medical ultrasonics. Since its publication, this text has been used as part of numerous acoustics-related courses across the world, and continues to be used widely today. During its writing, the book was fine-tuned according to insights gleaned from a broad range of classroom settings. Its careful design supports students in their pursuit of a firm foundation while allowing flexibility in course structure. The book can easily be used in single-term or full-year graduate courses and includes problems and answers. This rigorous and essential text is a must-have for any practicing or aspiring acoustician.
650 _aAcoustics
650 _aSound
942 _cBK
999 _c560672
_d560672