Dr. Hans J. Weber , University of Virginia, U.S.A.
Dr. George B. Arfken , Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, U.S.A.

Essentials of Math Methods for Physicists, 5th ed.

ISBN 0-12-05987-79 ・ Hardback ・ 900 Pages
(August 2003)

This new adaptation of Arfken and Weber's bestselling Mathematical Methods for Physicists, Fifth Edition , is the most comprehensive, modern, and accessible text for using mathematics to solve physics problems. Additional explanations and examples make it student-friendly and more adaptable to a course syllabus.

Features

KEY FEATURES:
. This is a more accessible version of Arfken/Weber's blockbuster bestselling reference
. Many more detailed, worked-out examples illustrate how to use and apply mathematical techniques to solve physics problems
. More frequent and thorough explanations help readers understand, recall, and apply the theory
. New introductions and review material provide context and extra support for key ideas
. Many more routine problems reinforce basic, foundational concepts and computations

Contents

Preface; 1. Vector Analysis; 2. Vector Analysis in Curved Coordinated and Tensors; 3. Determinants and Matrices; 4. Group Theory; 5. Infinite Series; 6. Functions of a Complex Variable I; 7. Functions of a Complex Variable II; 8. Differential Equations; 9. Sturm-Liouville Theory - Orthogonal Functions; 10. The Gamma Function (Factorial Function); 11. Legendre Polynomials; 12. Bessell Functions; 13. Hermite and Laguerre Polynomials; 14. Fourier Series; 15. Integral Transforms; 16. Partial Differential Equations; 17. Probability; 18. Calculus of Variations; 19. Non-Linear Methods and Chaos

Edited by: Grant Welland

Beyond Wavelets

ISBN 0-12-743273-6 ・ Hardback
(August 2003)

"Beyond Wavelets" presents state-of-the-art theories, methods, algorithms, and applications of mathematical extensions for classical wavelet analysis. Wavelets, introduced 20 years ago by
Morlet and Grossmann and developed very rapidly during the 1980's and 1990's, has created a common link between computational mathematics and other disciplines of science and engineering.
Classical wavelets have provided effective and efficient mathematical tools for time-frequency analysis which enhances and replaces the Fourier approach.

However, with the current advances in science and technology, there is an immediate need to extend wavelet mathematical tools as well. "Beyond Wavelets" presents a list of ideas and mathematical
foundations for such extensions, including: continuous and digital ridgelets, brushlets, steerable wavelet packets, contourlets, eno-wavelets, spline-wavelet frames, and quasi-affine wavelets. Wavelet subband algorithms are extended to pyramidal directional and nonuniform filter banks. In addition, this volume includes a
method for tomographic reconstruction using a mechanical image model and a statistical study for independent adaptive signal representation.

Investigators already familiar with wavelet methods from areas such as engineering, statistics, and mathematics will benefit by owning this volume.

Contents

Digital Ridgelet Transform based on True Ridge Functions; Digital Implementation of Ridgelet Packets; Brushlets: Steerable Wavelet Packets; Contourlets; ENO-wavelet Tranforms and Some Applications; A Mechanical Image Mdoel for Baeysian Tomographic Reconstruction; Sparsity vs. Statistical Independence in Adaptive Signal Representations: A Case Study of the Spike Process; Nonuniform Filter Banks: New Results and Open Problems; Recent Development of Spline Wavelet Frames with Complace Support; Affine, Quasi-Affine and Co-Affine Wavelets

Stephen Andrilli , LaSalle University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
David Hecker , Saint Joseph's University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.

Elementary Linear Algebra, 3rd Edition

ISBN 0-12-058621-5 ・ Hardback ・ 608 Pages
(December 2003)

The transition to upper-level math courses is often difficult because of the shift in emphasis from computation (in calculus) to abstraction and proof (in junior/senior courses). This book provides guidance with the reading and writing of short proofs, and incorporates a gradual increase in abstraction as the chapters progress. This helps students prepare to meet the challenges of future courses such as abstract algebra and elementary analysis.

Features

Clearly explains principles and guides students through the effective transition to higher-level math
Includes a wide variety of applications, technology tips, and exercises, including new true/false exercises in every section
Provides an early introduction to eigenvalues/eigenvectors
Accompanying Instructor's Manual and Student Solutions Manual (ISBN: 0-12-058622-3) due December 2003

Contents

Preface
1. Vectors and Matrices
2. Systems of Linear Equations
3. Determinants and Eigenvalues
4. Finite Dimensional Vector Spaces
5. Linear Transformations
6. Orthogonality
7. Complex Vector Spaces and General Inner Products
8. Additional Applications
9. Numerical Methods
10. Additional Topics

Dr. Alan Jeffrey , University at Newcastle Upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Handbook Of Mathematical Formulas and Integrals, 3rd Edition

ISBN 0-12-382256-4 ・ Paperback ・ 890 Pages
(October 2003)

The updated Handbook is an essential reference for researchers and students in applied mathematics, engineering, and physics. It provides quick access to important formulas, relations, and methods from algebra, trigonometric and exponential functions, combinatorics, probability, matrix theory, calculus and vector calculus, ordinary and partial differential equations, Fourier series, orthogonal polynomials, and Laplace transforms. Many of the entries are based upon the updated sixth edition of Gradshteyn and Ryzhik's Table of Integrals, Series, and Products and other important reference works.

The Second Edition has new chapters covering solutions of elliptic, parabolic and hyperbolic equations and qualitative properties of the heat and Laplace equation.

Features

Key Features:
Comprehensive coverage of frequently used integrals, functions and fundamental mathematical results
Contents selected and organized to suit the needs of students, scientists, and engineers
Contains tables of Laplace and Fourier transform pairs
New section on numerical approximation
New section on the z-transform
Easy reference system

Contents

Preface. Index of Special Functions and Notations. Quick Reference List of Frequently Used Data. Numerical, Algebraic, and Analytical Results for Series and Calculus. Functions and Identities. Derivatives of Elementary Functions. Indefinite Integrals of Algebraic Functions. Indefinite Integrals of Exponential Functions. Indefinite Integrals of Logarithmic Functions. Indefinite Integrals of Hyperbolic Functions. Indefinite Integrals Involving Inverse Hyperbolic Functions. Indefinite Integrals of Trigonometric Functions. Indefinite Integrals of Inverse Trigonometric Functions. The Gamma, Beta, Pi, and Psi Functions. Elliptic Integrals and Functions. Probability Integrals and the Error Function. Fresnel Integrals, Sine and Cosine Integrals. Definite Integrals. Different Forms of Fourier Series. Bessel Functions. Orthogonal Polynomials. Laplace Transformation. Fourier Transforms. Numerical Integration. Solutions of Standard Ordinary Differential Equations. Vector Analysis. Systems of Orthogonal Coordinates. Partial Differential Equations and Special Functions. The z-Transform. Numerical Approximation. Short Classified Reference List. Solutions of Elliptic, Parabolic and Hyperbolic Equations. Qualitative Properties of the Heat and Laplace Equation. Index.