The terms vector and tensor play a central role in mechanics. Below, the difference between a vector as a physical entity and its mathematical representation by means of vector decomposition will be illustrated. The decomposition of vectors into their components requires algorithms and coordinate systems.
Fundamentals of Mathematics and Kinematics
Vehicle Dynamics ; Chapter : 2 ; 17-41
2014-07-18
25 pages
Article/Chapter (Book)
Electronic Resource
English
Fundamentals of Mathematics and Kinematics
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