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One of the clearest available introductions to variational methods, this text requires only a minimal background in calculus and linear algebra. Its self-contained treatment explains the application of theoretic notions to the kinds of physical problems that engineers regularly encounter. The text's first half concerns approximation theoretic notions, exploring the theory and computation of one- and two-dimensional polynomial and other spline functions. Later chapters examine variational methods in the solution of operator equations, focusing on boundary value problems in one and two dimensions. Additional topics include least squares and other Galerkin methods. Many helpful definitions, examples, and exercises appear throughout the book. A classic reference in spline theory, this volume will benefit experts as well as students of engineering and mathematics.Product Identifiers
PublisherDover Publications Inc.
ISBN-139780486469027
eBay Product ID (ePID)91373535
Product Key Features
Number of Pages336 Pages
Publication NameSplines and Variational Methods
LanguageEnglish
SubjectMathematics
Publication Year2009
TypeTextbook
AuthorMathematics, P M Prenter
SeriesDover Books on Mathematics
Dimensions
Item Height231 mm
Item Weight431 g
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited States
Title_AuthorP M Prenter, Mathematics