This book serves as an introduction to the concept of integrability as
it applies to systems of differential equations as well as to
vector-valued fields. The author focuses on specific aspects of
integrability that are often encountered in a variety of problems in
applied mathematics, physics and engineering. The following general
cases of integrability are examined: (a) path-independence of line
integrals of vector fields on the plane and in space; (b) integration
of a system of ordinary differential equations by using first
integrals; and (c) integrable systems of partial differential
equations. Special topics include the integration of analytic
functions and some elements from the geometric theory of differential
systems. Certain more advanced subjects, such as Lax pairs and
Bäcklund transformations, are also discussed. The book is written at
an intermediate level for educational purposes. The presentation is as
simple as the topics allow, often sacrificing mathematical rigor in
favor of pedagogical efficiency.
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A Mathematical Primer for Physicists
Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9783030350024
Publisert
2020
Utgiver
Springer Nature
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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