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Physics Simulation

Contacts and Constraints (Paperback)

By Kenwright

A practical deep dive into the physics, mathematics, and engineering behind stable real‑time simulations.

WHAT THE PUBLISHER HIGHLIGHTS

  • Understand how constraints and contacts are formulated and solved.
  • Learn the principles behind stable, predictable physics behavior.
  • Gain insight into collision handling and numerical robustness.

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Catalogue reference: 703a665a562b0f39

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About this book

Contacts and Constraints provides a comprehensive exploration of the systems that make real‑time physics simulation possible. Covering constraint solvers, collision response, numerical stability, contact generation, and the underlying mathematics, the book demystifies the inner workings of modern physics engines. It bridges theory and implementation, offering developers the tools and intuition needed to build reliable, predictable, and high‑performance physical interactions for games, simulations, and interactive applications.

From the publisher’s description

  • Understand how constraints and contacts are formulated and solved.
  • Learn the principles behind stable, predictable physics behavior.
  • Gain insight into collision handling and numerical robustness.
  • Develop intuition for building and debugging physics systems.

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Reader review4

Recommended, with a caveat

A worthwhile addition to my shelf, with realistic expectations.

I came to this book already familiar with the basics, and it still had plenty to offer. I found myself making notes in the margins, which is always a good sign. I found myself making notes in the margins, which is always a good sign. Four stars, and I suspect a second edition could easily push it to five.

Wei MorrisQA lead · Sydney, AU
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Reader review5

This is the one to get

I have read a lot of books on this subject and this is the clearest.

A colleague recommended this and I can see why. It does something that few technical books manage: it respects the reader's time. Some terminology is introduced without much ceremony; I had to look a few things up along the way. The writing is direct and does not waste space on filler, which I value in a technical book. The author avoids over-explaining, which keeps the pace up but means you need to pay attention. Worth the money and the reading time, without hesitation.

James RichardsonCloud architect · Athens, GR
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