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Evolutionary Biomechanics (Oxford Series in Ecology and Evolution)
Graham Taylor
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Description for Evolutionary Biomechanics (Oxford Series in Ecology and Evolution)
Paperback. This title discusses the study of evolution through the analysis of biomechanical systems. Instead of reviewing the entire breadth of the biomechanical literature, a few key examples are explored in depth as vehicles for discussing fundamental concepts, analytical techniques, and evolutionary theory. Series: Oxford Series in Ecology & Evolution. Num Pages: 176 pages, 60 line illustrations. BIC Classification: PHVN; PSAJ; PSVD; PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 270.
Evolutionary biomechanics is the study of evolution through the analysis of biomechanical systems. Its unique advantage is the precision with which physical constraints and performance can be predicted from first principles. Instead of reviewing the entire breadth of the biomechanical literature, a few key examples are explored in depth as vehicles for discussing fundamental concepts, analytical techniques, and evolutionary theory. Each chapter develops a conceptual theme, developing the underlying theory and techniques required for analyses in evolutionary biomechanics. Examples from terrestrial biomechanics, metabolic scaling, and bird flight are used to analyse how physics constrains the design space that natural selection ... Read more
Evolutionary biomechanics is the study of evolution through the analysis of biomechanical systems. Its unique advantage is the precision with which physical constraints and performance can be predicted from first principles. Instead of reviewing the entire breadth of the biomechanical literature, a few key examples are explored in depth as vehicles for discussing fundamental concepts, analytical techniques, and evolutionary theory. Each chapter develops a conceptual theme, developing the underlying theory and techniques required for analyses in evolutionary biomechanics. Examples from terrestrial biomechanics, metabolic scaling, and bird flight are used to analyse how physics constrains the design space that natural selection ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Series
Oxford Series in Ecology & Evolution
Condition
New
Weight
269g
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
Oxford, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780198566380
SKU
V9780198566380
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About Graham Taylor
Graham Taylor is Associate Professor of Mathematical Biology at the University of Oxford, Department of Zoology, with a particular focus on the dynamics and control of flight, and a strong interest in evolutionary theory and animal behaviour. Adrian Thomas is Professor of Biomechanics at the University of Oxford, Department of Zoology, and works on Biomechanics and Evolution, with a ... Read more
Reviews for Evolutionary Biomechanics (Oxford Series in Ecology and Evolution)
This is a scholarly volume that approaches a challenging subject in a straightforward and rigorous manner, which is illuminating without being overpowering...ideal for students who want both depth and a fascinating context.
Ian Carter, The Biologist
This volume provides for all. ... This is a great volume for undergraduates or postdoctoral researchers.
Christian Laurent, Quarterly Review of ... Read more
Ian Carter, The Biologist
This volume provides for all. ... This is a great volume for undergraduates or postdoctoral researchers.
Christian Laurent, Quarterly Review of ... Read more