Download or read book Methods of Solving Nonstandard Problems written by Ellina Grigorieva and published by Birkhäuser. This book was released on 2015-09-17 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book, written by an accomplished female mathematician, is the second to explore nonstandard mathematical problems – those that are not directly solved by standard mathematical methods but instead rely on insight and the synthesis of a variety of mathematical ideas. It promotes mental activity as well as greater mathematical skills, and is an ideal resource for successful preparation for the mathematics Olympiad. Numerous strategies and techniques are presented that can be used to solve intriguing and challenging problems of the type often found in competitions. The author uses a friendly, non-intimidating approach to emphasize connections between different fields of mathematics and often proposes several different ways to attack the same problem. Topics covered include functions and their properties, polynomials, trigonometric and transcendental equations and inequalities, optimization, differential equations, nonlinear systems, and word problems. Over 360 problems are included with hints, answers, and detailed solutions. Methods of Solving Nonstandard Problems will interest high school and college students, whether they are preparing for a math competition or looking to improve their mathematical skills, as well as anyone who enjoys an intellectual challenge and has a special love for mathematics. Teachers and college professors will be able to use it as an extra resource in the classroom to augment a conventional course of instruction in order to stimulate abstract thinking and inspire original thought.

Download or read book Methods of Solving Sequence and Series Problems written by Ellina Grigorieva and published by Birkhäuser. This book was released on 2016-12-09 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book aims to dispel the mystery and fear experienced by students surrounding sequences, series, convergence, and their applications. The author, an accomplished female mathematician, achieves this by taking a problem solving approach, starting with fascinating problems and solving them step by step with clear explanations and illuminating diagrams. The reader will find the problems interesting, unusual, and fun, yet solved with the rigor expected in a competition. Some problems are taken directly from mathematics competitions, with the name and year of the exam provided for reference. Proof techniques are emphasized, with a variety of methods presented. The text aims to expand the mind of the reader by often presenting multiple ways to attack the same problem, as well as drawing connections with different fields of mathematics. Intuitive and visual arguments are presented alongside technical proofs to provide a well-rounded methodology. With nearly 300 problems including hints, answers, and solutions, Methods of Solving Sequences and Series Problems is an ideal resource for those learning calculus, preparing for mathematics competitions, or just looking for a worthwhile challenge. It can also be used by faculty who are looking for interesting and insightful problems that are not commonly found in other textbooks.

Download or read book Methods of Solving Number Theory Problems written by Ellina Grigorieva and published by Birkhäuser. This book was released on 2018-07-06 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through its engaging and unusual problems, this book demonstrates methods of reasoning necessary for learning number theory. Every technique is followed by problems (as well as detailed hints and solutions) that apply theorems immediately, so readers can solve a variety of abstract problems in a systematic, creative manner. New solutions often require the ingenious use of earlier mathematical concepts - not the memorization of formulas and facts. Questions also often permit experimental numeric validation or visual interpretation to encourage the combined use of deductive and intuitive thinking. The first chapter starts with simple topics like even and odd numbers, divisibility, and prime numbers and helps the reader to solve quite complex, Olympiad-type problems right away. It also covers properties of the perfect, amicable, and figurate numbers and introduces congruence. The next chapter begins with the Euclidean algorithm, explores the representations of integer numbers in different bases, and examines continued fractions, quadratic irrationalities, and the Lagrange Theorem. The last section of Chapter Two is an exploration of different methods of proofs. The third chapter is dedicated to solving Diophantine linear and nonlinear equations and includes different methods of solving Fermat’s (Pell’s) equations. It also covers Fermat’s factorization techniques and methods of solving challenging problems involving exponent and factorials. Chapter Four reviews the Pythagorean triple and quadruple and emphasizes their connection with geometry, trigonometry, algebraic geometry, and stereographic projection. A special case of Waring’s problem as a representation of a number by the sum of the squares or cubes of other numbers is covered, as well as quadratic residuals, Legendre and Jacobi symbols, and interesting word problems related to the properties of numbers. Appendices provide a historic overview of number theory and its main developments from the ancient cultures in Greece, Babylon, and Egypt to the modern day. Drawing from cases collected by an accomplished female mathematician, Methods in Solving Number Theory Problems is designed as a self-study guide or supplementary textbook for a one-semester course in introductory number theory. It can also be used to prepare for mathematical Olympiads. Elementary algebra, arithmetic and some calculus knowledge are the only prerequisites. Number theory gives precise proofs and theorems of an irreproachable rigor and sharpens analytical thinking, which makes this book perfect for anyone looking to build their mathematical confidence.

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Download or read book Applications of Nonstandard Finite Difference Schemes written by Ronald E Mickens and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2000-03-29 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The main purpose of this book is to provide a concise introduction to the methods and philosophy of constructing nonstandard finite difference schemes and illustrate how such techniques can be applied to several important problems. Chapter 1 gives an overview of the subject and summarizes previous work. Chapters 2 and 3 consider in detail the construction and numerical implementation of schemes for physical problems involving convection–diffusion–reaction equations that arise in groundwater pollution and scattering of electromagnetic waves using Maxwell's equations. Chapter 4 examines certain mathematical issues related to the nonstandard discretization of competitive and cooperative models for ecology. Chapter 5 discusses exactness, stability properties, and the symplecticity of various schemes including the conditions for which Runge–Kutta methods are exact. The application chapters illustrate well the power of nonstandard methods. In particular, for the same accuracy as obtained by standard techniques, larger step sizes can be used. This volume will satisfy the needs of scientists, engineers, and mathematicians who wish to know how to construct nonstandard schemes and see how these are applied to obtain numerical solutions of the differential equations which arise in the study of nonlinear dynamical systems modeling important physical phenomena. Contents:Nonstandard Finite Difference Schemes (R E Mickens)Nonstandard Methods for Advection–Diffusion–Reaction Equations (H V Kojouharov & B M Chen)Application of Nonstandard Finite Differences to Solve the Wave Equation and Maxwell's Equations (J B Cole)Nonstandard Discretization Methods for Some Biological Models (H Al-Kahby et al.)An Introduction to Numerical Integrators Preserving Physical Properties (M J Gander & R Meyer-Spasche) Readership: Researchers in applied mathematics and in the natural and engineering sciences who wish to apply nonstandard finite difference methods. Keywords:Nonstandard Finite Difference Methods;Advection-Diffusion-Reaction Equations;Wave Equations;Discrete-Time Models;Maxwell Equations;Numerical Integrators;Discrete Dynamics;Nonlinear Differential Equations

Download or read book Radically Elementary Probability Theory written by Edward Nelson and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 1987 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using only the very elementary framework of finite probability spaces, this book treats a number of topics in the modern theory of stochastic processes. This is made possible by using a small amount of Abraham Robinson's nonstandard analysis and not attempting to convert the results into conventional form.

Download or read book Advances in the Applications of Nonstandard Finite Diffference Schemes written by Ronald E. Mickens and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2005 with total page 668 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a concise introduction to the methodology of nonstandard finite difference (NSFD) schemes construction and shows how they can be applied to the numerical integration of differential equations occurring in the natural, biomedical, and engineering sciences. These methods had their genesis in the work of Mickens in the 1990's and are now beginning to be widely studied and applied by other researchers. The importance of the book derives from its clear and direct explanation of NSFD in the introductory chapter along with a broad discussion of the future directions needed to advance the topic.

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Download or read book Non standard Discretisation Methods in Solid Mechanics written by Jörg Schröder and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-04-14 with total page 561 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edited volume summarizes research being pursued within the DFG Priority Programme 1748: "Reliable Simulation Methods in Solid Mechanics. Development of non-standard discretisation methods, mechanical and mathematical analysis", the aim of which was to develop novel discretisation methods based e.g. on mixed finite element methods, isogeometric approaches as well as discontinuous Galerkin formulations, including a sound mathematical analysis for geometrically as well as physically nonlinear problems. The Priority Programme has established an international framework for mechanical and applied mathematical research to pursue open challenges on an inter-disciplinary level. The compiled results can be understood as state of the art in the research field and show promising ways of further research in the respective areas. The book is intended for doctoral and post-doctoral students in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics and physics, as well as industrial researchers interested in the field.

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Download or read book Applied Finite Mathematics written by Howard Anton and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-05-10 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Applied Finite Mathematics presents the fundamentals of finite mathematics in a style tailored for beginners, but at the same time covers the subject matter in sufficient depth so that the student can see a rich variety of realistic and relevant applications. Applications in fields such as business, biology, behavioral sciences, and social sciences are included. Comprised of nine chapters, this book begins with an introduction to set theory, explaining concepts such as sets and union and intersection of sets as well as counting elements in sets. The next chapter deals with coordinate systems and graphs, along with applications of linear equations and graphs of linear inequalities. The discussion then turns to linear programming; matrices and linear systems; probability; and statistics. Examples of applications are given, including those of game theory, Markov chains, and probability. The final chapter is devoted to computers and programming languages such as FORTRAN. This monograph is intended for students and instructors of applied mathematics.

Download or read book Perturbation Methods in Science and Engineering written by Reza N. Jazar and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-07-12 with total page 584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Perturbation Methods in Science and Engineering provides the fundamental and advanced topics in perturbation methods in science and engineering, from an application viewpoint. This book bridges the gap between theory and applications, in new as well as classical problems. The engineers and graduate students who read this book will be able to apply their knowledge to a wide range of applications in different engineering disciplines. The book begins with a clear description on limits of mathematics in providing exact solutions and goes on to show how pioneers attempted to search for approximate solutions of unsolvable problems. Through examination of special applications and highlighting many different aspects of science, this text provides an excellent insight into perturbation methods without restricting itself to a particular method. This book is ideal for graduate students in engineering, mathematics, and physical sciences, as well as researchers in dynamic systems.

Download or read book Advances in the Applications of Nonstandard Finite Difference Schemes written by Ronald E Mickens and published by World Scientific. This book was released on 2005-10-25 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume provides a concise introduction to the methodology of nonstandard finite difference (NSFD) schemes construction and shows how they can be applied to the numerical integration of differential equations occurring in the natural, biomedical, and engineering sciences. These methods had their genesis in the work of Mickens in the 1990's and are now beginning to be widely studied and applied by other researchers. The importance of the book derives from its clear and direct explanation of NSFD in the introductory chapter along with a broad discussion of the future directions needed to advance the topic. Contents:Nonstandard Finite Difference Methods (R E Mickens)Application of Nonstandard Finite Difference Schemes to the Simulation Studies of Robotic Systems (R F Abo-Shanab et al.)Applications of Mickens Finite Differences to Several Related Boundary Value Problems (R Buckmire)High Accuracy Nonstandard Finite-Difference Time-Domain Algorithms for Computational Electromagnetics: Applications to Optics and Photonics (J B Cole)Nonstandard Finite Difference Schemes for Solving Nonlinear Micro Heat Transport Equations in Double-Layered Metal Thin Films Exposed to Ultrashort Pulsed Lasers (W Dai)Reliable Finite Difference Schemes with Applications in Mathematical Ecology (D T Dimitrov et al.)Applications of the Nonstandard Finite Difference Method in Non-Smooth Mechanics (Y Dumont)Finite Difference Schemes on Unbounded Domains (M Ehrhardt)Asymptotically Consistent Nonstandard Finite-Difference Methods for Solving Mathematical Models Arising in Population Biology (A B Gumel et al.)Nonstandard Finite Difference Methods and Biological Models (S R-J Jang)Robust Discretizations versus Increase of the Time Step for Chaotic Systems (C Letellier & E M A M Mendes)Contributions to the Theory of Nonstandard Finite-Difference Methods and Applications to Singular Perturbation Problems (J M-S Lubuma & K C Patidar)Frequency Accurate Finite Difference Methods (A L Perkins et al.)Nonstandard Discretization Methods on Lotka-Volterra Differential Equations (L-I W Roeger) Readership: Applied mathematicians, and researchers in numerical & computational mathematics and analysis & differential equations. Usable as a secondary text to a standard undergraduate or graduate course on numerical methods for differential equations. Keywords:Numerical Integration Methods;Finite Differences;Nonstandard Finite Difference Schemes;Differential Equations;Discrete Models;Numerical and Computational MathematicsKey Features:A collection of papers from renowned experts in their respective fieldsProvides the most recent work on the application of NSFD schemes and some of the mathematical analysis related to these schemes

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