The must-have compendium on applied mathematics This is the most
authoritative and accessible single-volume reference book on applied
mathematics. Featuring numerous entries by leading experts and
organized thematically, it introduces readers to applied mathematics
and its uses; explains key concepts; describes important equations,
laws, and functions; looks at exciting areas of research; covers
modeling and simulation; explores areas of application; and more.
Modeled on the popular Princeton Companion to Mathematics, this volume
is an indispensable resource for undergraduate and graduate students,
researchers, and practitioners in other disciplines seeking a
user-friendly reference book on applied mathematics. Features nearly
200 entries organized thematically and written by an international
team of distinguished contributors Presents the major ideas and
branches of applied mathematics in a clear and accessible way Explains
important mathematical concepts, methods, equations, and applications
Introduces the language of applied mathematics and the goals of
applied mathematical research Gives a wide range of examples of
mathematical modeling Covers continuum mechanics, dynamical systems,
numerical analysis, discrete and combinatorial mathematics,
mathematical physics, and much more Explores the connections between
applied mathematics and other disciplines Includes suggestions for
further reading, cross-references, and a comprehensive index
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ISBN
9781400874477
Publisert
2016
Utgiver
Vendor
Princeton University Press
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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