Solitons: An Introduction by P.G. Drazin (English) Paperback Book

Description: Solitons: An Introduction by P.G. Drazin, R.S. Johnson Solitons: An Introduction discusses the theory of solitons and its diverse applications to nonlinear systems that arise in the physical sciences. Drazin and Johnson explain the generation and properties of solitons, introducing the mathematical technique known as the Inverse Scattering Tranform. Their aim is to present the essence of inverse scattering clearly, rather than rigorously or completely. Thus, the prerequisites are merely what is found in standard courses on mathematical physics and more advanced material is explained in the text with useful references to further reading given at the end of each chapter. Worked examples are frequently used to help the reader follow the various ideas and the exercises at the end of each chapter not only contain applications but also test understanding. Answers, or hints to their solution, are given at the end of the book. Sections and exercises that contain more difficult material are indicated by asterisks. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Solitons: An Introduction discusses the theory of solitons and its diverse applications to nonlinear systems that arise in the physical sciences. Drazin and Johnson explain the generation and properties of solitons, introducing the mathematical technique known as the Inverse Scattering Tranform. Their aim is to present the essence of inverse scattering clearly, rather than rigorously or completely. Thus, the prerequisites are merely what is found in standard courses on mathematical physics and more advanced material is explained in the text with useful references to further reading given at the end of each chapter. Worked examples are frequently used to help the reader follow the various ideas and the exercises at the end of each chapter not only contain applications but also test understanding. Answers, or hints to their solution, are given at the end of the book. Sections and exercises that contain more difficult material are indicated by asterisks. Author Biography Norman Riley is an Emeritus Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of East Anglia. Table of Contents Preface; 1. The Kortewag-de Vries equation; 2. Elementary solutions of the Korteweg-de Vries equation; 3. The scattering and inverse scattering problems; 4. The initial-value problem for the Korteweg-de Vries equation; 5. Further properties of the Korteweg-de Vries equation; 6. More general inverse methods; 7. The Painleve property, perturbations and numerical methods; 8. Epilogue; Answers and hints; Bibliography and author index; Motion picture index; Subject index. Review "...should find an enthusiastic following, and the author is to be congratulated on a job well done." American Scientist "...a fine book, certainly the one that I would choose as the text for an introductory course on solitons." SIAM Review "All things considered, I cannot think of a clearer introduction to the subject from a mathematical point of view." Physics Today "...an excellent book, achieving its goals both concisely and comprehensively." John G. Harris, Applied Mechanics Review Review Quote "...should find an enthusiastic following, and the author is to be congratulated on a job well done." American Scientist Promotional "Headline" This textbook is an introduction to the theory of solitons in the physical sciences. Description for Bookstore This textbook is an introduction to the theory of solitons and its diverse applications to nonlinear systems that arise in the physical sciences. The authors explain the generation and properties of solitons, introducing the mathematical technique known as the Inverse Scattering Transform. Description for Library This textbook is an introduction to the theory of solitons and its diverse applications to nonlinear systems that arise in the physical sciences. The authors explain the generation and properties of solitons, introducing the mathematical technique known as the Inverse Scattering Transform. Details ISBN0521336554 Author R.S. Johnson Short Title SOLITONS REV/E 2/E Pages 240 Publisher Cambridge University Press Edition Description Revised Series Cambridge Computer Science Texts Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0521336554 ISBN-13 9780521336550 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 515.355 Series Number 2 Year 1989 Publication Date 1989-02-28 Imprint Cambridge University Press Subtitle An Introduction Place of Publication Cambridge Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9780521274227 Birth 1956 DOI 10.1604/9780521336550 Audience College/Higher Education UK Release Date 1989-02-09 AU Release Date 1989-02-09 NZ Release Date 1989-02-09 Illustrations Worked examples or Exercises We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:91381794;

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