Theory of Vibration and Normal Modes

[dx]

I'm looking for an in depth and comprehensive treatment of the theory of normal modes; any suggestions?

 

[qspeechc]

"Vibrations and Waves" by French, or the section in Marion and Thornton. If French is not what you're looking for, it has a good bibliography so check that out.

 

[Daverz]

French is a good basic introduction, but doesn't cover matrix methiods. For that supplement with the chapters on oscillations in Symon or Goldstein.

 

[dx]

French looks good, thanks.