Introduction to Vector and Tensor Analysis (Dover Books on MaTHEMA 1.4tics) - Softcover

Book 164 of 302: Dover Books on Mathematics

Wrede, Robert C.; Greene, Robert E.

 
9780486618791: Introduction to Vector and Tensor Analysis (Dover Books on MaTHEMA 1.4tics)

Synopsis

A broad introductory treatment, this volume examines general Cartesian coordinates, the cross product, Einstein's special theory of relativity, bases in general coordinate systems, maxima and minima of functions of two variables, line integrals, integral theorems, fundamental notions in n-space, Riemannian geometry, algebraic properties of the curvature tensor, and more. 1963 edition.

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Synopsis

Text for advanced undergraduate and graduate students covers the algebra, differentiation, and integration of vectors, and the algebra and analysis of tensors, with emphasis on transformation theory.

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