Lev Elsgolts
Differential Equations and the Calculus of Variations
- ISBN 13:
- 9781410210678
- author:
- Lev Elsgolts
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University Press of the Pacific
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 444
- Dimensions:
- 142 mm X 217 mm
- Genre:
- Mathematics Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Differential Equations and the Calculus of Variations by Lev Elsgolts This comprehensive textbook covers two fundamental areas of mathematics: differential equations and the calculus of variations. The first part of the book explores the theory of differential equations, including methods for integrating and solving these equations, while the second part delves into the calculus of variations, surveying methods for solving variational problems. The book features a large number of examples and problems with solutions, showcasing applications of mathematics to physics and mechanics. In addition to its primary purpose as a textbook for students, Differential Equations and the Calculus of Variations is also of interest to expert mathematicians, offering insights into the author's original research work on the theory of differential equations with deviating arguments. Written by a renowned mathematician, Lev Elsgolts, this book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of these important mathematical concepts.