Introduction to Epistemology of Mechanical Sciences
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This book investigates the development of mechanical sciences with a focus on epistemological issues. It examines the precursors and fundamental milestones of Newton's theory of motion, a geometry of motion since Greek antiquity, the influences of Robert Hooke on Newton's studies on the orbital motion of the planets, and finally, the orbital motion model with a central force inversely proportional to the square of the distance to this centre. By looking at the development of mechanics throughout history, especially with a careful look at epistemological issues, the book highlights the multiple relationships that the mechanical sciences build with other sciences, the economy, and the popular culture.
1.Introduction.- 2.General Epistemological Issues in the Sciences.- 3.Some Difficulties and Impasses in Current Epistemology.- 4.Mechanics and Copernican Revolution.- 5.Leonardo da Vinci and Mechanics in Renaissance.- 6.Newton & Leibniz and the Science of 17th Century.- 7.Mechanics during the Enlightenment.- 8.19th Century´s Mechanics and Engineering.- 9.Mechanics in the Present Day.- 10.Conclusions.
This book investigates the development of mechanical sciences with a focus on epistemological issues. It examines the precursors and fundamental milestones of Newton's theory of motion, a geometry of motion since Greek antiquity, the influences of Robert Hooke on Newton's studies on the orbital motion of the planets, and finally, the orbital motion model with a central force inversely proportional to the square of the distance to this centre. By looking at the development of mechanics throughout history, especially with a careful look at epistemological issues, the book highlights the multiple relationships that the mechanical sciences build with other sciences, the economy, and the popular culture.