Handbook Of Differential Equations

This book compiles the most widely applicable methods for solving and approximating differential equations. as well as numerous examples showing the methods use. Topics include ordinary differential equations, symplectic integration of differential equations, and the use of wavelets when numerically solving differential equations.

• For nearly every technique, the book provides:
• The types of equations to which the method is applicable
• The idea behind the method
• The procedure for carrying out the method
• At least one simple example of the method
• Any cautions that should be exercised
• Notes for more advanced users
• References to the literature for more discussion or more examples, including pointers to electronic resources, such as URLs

Audience: Students and practitioners of applied mathematics and engineering, where the solution or approximation of differential equations is necessary.

This book is a compilation of the most widely applicable methods for solving and approximating differential equations. It provides convenient access to these methods and contains numerous examples showing their use. Topical coverage includes ordinary differential equations, partial differential equations, stochastic differential equations, delay differential equations, sympletic integration of differential equations, and the use of wavelets when numerically solving differential equations.

This book is an invaluable tool for any student studying differential equations or their applications, and is an excellent addition to the library of any practicing engineer, using differential equations.

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Zwillinger (math, Rensselaer Polytech. Inst.) covers material taught in undergrad ordinary differential equation courses as well as advanced specialized techniques for partial differential equations. Assumes familiarity with differential equations and their solutions. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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