An Introduction to the Calculus of Variations

An Introduction to the Calculus of Variations - Dover Books on Mathematics

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Publisher's Synopsis

In this highly regarded text for advanced undergraduate and graduate students, the author develops the calculus of variations both for its intrinsic interest and for its powerful applications to modern mathematical physics. Topics include first and second variations of an integral, generalizations, isoperimetrical problems, least action, special relativity, elasticity, more. 1963 edition.

Book information

ISBN: 9780486654997
Publisher: Dover Publications Inc.
Imprint: Dover Publications
Pub date:
DEWEY: 515.64
DEWEY edition: 19
Language: English
Number of pages: 271
Weight: 320g
Height: 216mm
Width: 139mm
Spine width: 15mm