Numerical methods

Author: Jin Yiqing
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: This book explores the origins and development of important numerical methods. It provides a detailed introduction to concepts of error, root-finding methods for nonlinear equations, computation of eigenvalues and eigenvectors of matrices, interpolation, curve fitting and function approximation, numerical integration methods, solution of ordinary differential equations, and solution of partial differential equations. With relatively concise content, the book explains these important numerical methods in an accessible manner. It thoroughly covers concepts of error, root-finding methods for nonlinear equations, computation of eigenvalues and eigenvectors of matrices, interpolation, curve fitting and function approximation, numerical integration methods, solution of ordinary differential equations, and solution of partial differential equations. It aims to help readers grasp the fundamental ideas and basic techniques of these methods through the book's introduction.