Study the science of how living bodies move, from muscles to machines. This book explores the mechanisms behind terrestrial and aerial locomotion, blending anatomy, physiology, and practical observation to show how movement is created, controlled, and measured.
This edition gathers chapters on muscle structure, nerve action, heat and energy, electricity in animals, and detailed study of motion in humans and animals, including horses and birds. It emphasizes methods for recording and analyzing movement, such as rhythm notation and graphic tracings, to reveal how form matches function in living motors.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of animal movement, a topic that has captivated scientists and thinkers for centuries. The author, building upon the work of previous generations of researchers, sets out to examine the fundamental forces at play in locomotion across a spectrum of creatures, from insects to birds to humans. Drawing upon the newly emerging science of thermodynamics, which explores the transformation of heat into mechanical work, the author challenges the long-held notion that living beings are fundamentally distinct from machines. With meticulous detail, the author breaks down the mechanics of walking, running, leaping, and even flying, showcasing the intricate interplay between muscle, bone, and the natural forces of the world. Through the lens of animal mechanics, this book sheds light on the remarkable efficiency and complexity of nature's designs, inspiring deeper understanding and appreciation for the intricate processes that enable life to move. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332047871_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332047871
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
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Vendeur : Revaluation Books, Exeter, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : Brand New. 318 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.66 inches. In Stock. N° de réf. du vendeur __1332047874
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Vendeur : Buchpark, Trebbin, Allemagne
Etat : Gut. Zustand: Gut | Seiten: 318 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 26056592/3
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