Geometry - Euclidean & Projective, Computer Mathematics, Math & Science Applications
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Overview
By combining the power of Mathematica with an analytic geometry system called Descarta2D, the author has succeeded in meshing an ancient field of study with modern computational tools, the result being a simple, yet powerful, approach to studying analytic geometry. Students, engineers and mathematicians alike who are interested in analytic geometry can use this book and software for the study, research or just plain enjoyment of analytic geometry.Audience: Students in geometry courses; mathematically inclined people who engage in puzzles for recreational purposes; researchers in geometry; and programmers seeking to sharpen their skills in implementing Mathematica-based systems.
Editorials
Booknews
Vossler, a mechanical engineer and computer software designer, combines an ancient field of mathematics with modern computerization to explore analytical geometry, including topics such as coordinates, planes, graphs, ellipses, medial curves, and arc length, using the computer programs to illustrate the underlying concepts. Several of the more famous theorems from analytic geometry, such as Geronne's Point, Carlyle's Circle, and Reciprocal Polars, are used for more advanced problems and examples. The full contents of this book plus Descarta2D reference materials and source code are on the enclosed CD-ROM. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
April 28, 2000
Publisher
Elsevier Science & Technology Books
Pages
900
Format
Paperback
ISBN
9780127282558