Dafermos, Constantine M.

Hyberbolic Conservation Laws in Continuum Physics, 2nd ed.

Series: Grundlehren der mathematischen Wissenschaften, Vol. 325
2005, XIX, 626 p. 39 illus., Hardcover
ISBN: 3-540-25452-8

About this book

This masterly exposition of the mathematical theory of hyperbolic system laws brings out the intimate connection with continuum thermodynamics, emphasizing issues in which the analysis may reveal something about the physics and, in return, the underlying physical structure may direct and drive the analysis. The reader should have a certain mathematical sophistication and be familiar with the rudiments of the qualitative theory of partial differential equations, whereas the required notions from continuum physics are introduced from scratch.

The 2nd edition contains a new chapter recounting the exciting recent developments on the vanishing viscosity method; numerous new sections have been incorporated in preexisting chapters, to introduce newly derived results or present older material, omitted in the 1st edition. In addition, a substantial portion of the original text has been reorganized so as to streamline the exposition, enrich the collection of examples and improve the notation. The bibliography has been updated and expanded, now comprising over one thousand titles.

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Knapp, Anthony W.

Basic Real Analysis

Series: Cornerstones
Set: : Basic Real Analysis and Advanced Real Analysis
2005, XXI, 653 p. 10 illus., Hardcover
ISBN: 0-8176-3250-6

About this textbook

Basic Real Analysis and Advanced Real Analysis systematically develop those concepts and tools in real analysis that are vital to every mathematician, whether pure or applied, aspiring or established. These works present a comprehensive treatment with a global view of the subject, emphasizing the connections between real analysis and other branches of mathematics.

Key topics and features of Basic Real Analysis:

* Early chapters treat the fundamentals of real variables, sequences and series of functions, the theory of Fourier series for the Riemann integral, metric spaces, and the theoretical underpinnings of multivariable calculus and differential equations

* Subsequent chapters develop the Lebesgue theory in Euclidean and abstract spaces, Fourier series and the Fourier transform for the Lebesgue integral, point-set topology, measure theory in locally compact Hausdorff spaces, and the basics of Hilbert and Banach spaces

* The subjects of Fourier series and harmonic functions are used as recurring motivation for a number of theoretical developments

* The development proceeds from the particular to the general, often introducing examples well before a theory that incorporates them

* The text includes many examples and hundreds of problems, and a separate 55-page section gives hints or complete solutions for most of the problems

Basic Real Analysis requires of the reader only familiarity with some linear algebra and real variable theory, the very beginning of group theory, and an acquaintance with proofs. It is suitable as a text in an advanced undergraduate course in real variable theory and in most basic graduate courses in Lebesgue integration and related topics. Because it focuses on what every young mathematician needs to know about real analysis, the book is ideal both as a course text and for self-study, especially for graduate students preparing for qualifying examinations. Its scope and approach will appeal to instructors and professors in nearly all areas of pure mathematics, as well as applied mathematicians working in analytic areas such as statistics, mathematical physics, and differential equations. Indeed, the clarity and breadth of Basic Real Analysis make it a welcome addition to the personal library of every mathematician.

Table of contents

Preface.- Dependence among Chapters.- Guide for the Reader.- List of Figures.- Acknowledgements.- Standard Notation.- Theory of Calculus in One Real Variable.- Metric Spaces.- Theory of Calculus in Several Real Variables.- Theory of Ordinary Differential Equations.- Abstract Measure Theory and Lebesgue Measure.- Measure Theory for Euclidean Space.- Differentiation of Lebesgue Integrals on the Line.- Fourier Transform in Euclidean Space.- Lp Spaces.- Topological Spaces.- Integration of Locally Compact Spaces.- Hilbert and Banach Spaces.- Appendix.- Hints for Solutions of Problems.- Selected References.- Index of Notation.- Index.

Knapp, Anthony W.

Advanced Real Analysis

Series: Cornerstones
Set: : Basic Real Analysis and Advanced Real Analysis
2005, XXII, 465 p. 6 illus., Hardcover
ISBN: 0-8176-4382-6

About this textbook

Basic Real Analysis and Advanced Real Analysis systematically develop those concepts and tools in real analysis that are vital to every mathematician, whether pure or applied, aspiring or established. These works present a comprehensive treatment with a global view of the subject, emphasizing the connections between real analysis and other branches of mathematics.

Key topics and features of Advanced Real Analysis:

* Develops Fourier analysis and functional analysis with an eye toward partial differential equations

* Includes chapters on Sturm?Liouville theory, compact self-adjoint operators, Euclidean Fourier analysis, topological vector spaces and distributions, compact and locally compact groups, and aspects of partial differential equations

* Contains chapters about analysis on manifolds and foundations of probability

* Proceeds from the particular to the general, often introducing examples well before a theory that incorporates them

* Includes many examples and nearly two hundred problems, and a separate 45-page section gives hints or complete solutions for most of the problems

* Incorporates, in the text and especially in the problems, material in which real analysis is used in algebra, in topology, in complex analysis, in probability, in differential geometry, and in applied mathematics of various kinds

Advanced Real Analysis requires of the reader a first course in measure theory, including an introduction to the Fourier transform and to Hilbert and Banach spaces. Some familiarity with complex analysis is helpful for certain chapters. The book is suitable as a text in graduate courses such as Fourier and functional analysis, modern analysis, and partial differential equations. Because it focuses on what every young mathematician needs to know about real analysis, the book is ideal both as a course text and for self-study, especially for graduate students preparing for qualifying examinations. Its scope and approach will appeal to instructors and professors in nearly all areas of pure mathematics, as well as applied mathematicians working in analytic areas such as statistics, mathematical physics, and differential equations. Indeed, the clarity and breadth of Advanced Real Analysis make it a welcome addition to the personal library of every mathematician.

Table of contents

Preface.- List of Figures.- Dependence among Chapters.- Guide for the Reader.- Notation and Terminology.- Introduction to Boundary-Value Problems.- Compact Self-Adjoint Operators.- Topics in Euclidean Fourier Analysis.- Topics in Functional Analysis.- Distributions.- Compact and Locally Compact Groups.- Aspects of Partial Differential Equations.- Analysis on Manifolds.- Foundations of Probability.- Hints for Solutions of Problems.- Selected References.- Index of Notation.- Index.

Pitkethly, Jane, Davey, Brian

Dualisability
Unary Algebras and Beyond

Series: Advances in Mathematics, Vol. 9
2005, XII, 264 p. 38 illus., Hardcover
ISBN: 0-387-27569-X

About this book

Natural duality theory is one of the major growth areas within general algebra. This text provides a short path to the forefront of research in duality theory. It presents a coherent approach to new results in the area, as well as exposing open problems.

Unary algebras play a special role throughout the text. Individual unary algebras are relatively simple and easy to work with. But as a class they have a rich and complex entanglement with dualisability. This combination of local simplicity and global complexity ensures that, for the study of natural duality theory, unary algebras are an excellent source of examples and counterexamples.

A number of results appear here for the first time. In particular, the text ends with an appendix that provides a new and definitive approach to the concept of the rank of a finite algebra and its relationship with strong dualisability.

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Preface.- Unary algebras and dualisability.- Binary homomorphisms and natural dualities.- The complexity of dualisability: three-element unary algebras.- Full and strong dualisability: three-element unary algebras.- Dualisability and algebraic constructions.- Dualisability and clones.- Inherent dualisability.- Epilogue.- Appendix: Strong dualisability.- References.- Notation.- Index.

Jan Brinkhuis and Vladimir Tikhomirov

Optimization: Insights and Applications

Cloth | 2005 | ISBN: 0-691-10287-2
676 pp. | 6 x 9 | 106 line illus.

This self-contained textbook is an informal introduction to optimization through the use of numerous illustrations and applications. The focus is on analytically solving optimization problems with a finite number of continuous variables. In addition, the authors provide introductions to classical and modern numerical methods of optimization and to dynamic optimization.

The book's overarching point is that most problems may be solved by the direct application of the theorems of Fermat, Lagrange, and Weierstrass. The authors show how the intuition for each of the theoretical results can be supported by simple geometric figures. They include numerous applications through the use of varied classical and practical problems. Even experts may find some of these applications truly surprising.

A basic mathematical knowledge is sufficient to understand the topics covered in this book. More advanced readers, even experts, will be surprised to see how all main results can be grounded on the Fermat-Lagrange theorem. The book can be used for courses on continuous optimization, from introductory to advanced, for any field for which optimization is relevant.

Jan Brinkhuis is Associate Professor of Finance and Mathematical Methods and Techniques at the Econometric Institute of Erasmus University, Rotterdam. Vladimir Tikhomirov holds the Chair of Optimal Control in the Department of Mechanics and Mathematics at the Lomonosov Moscow State University.

Endorsements:

"Well written and well organized. The book's examples are highly varied, interesting and well thought out."--Steinar Hauan, Carnegie Mellon University

"An extremely interesting introduction to the field of mathematical optimization. I know of no other book in the field that offers so many illustrations of the applicability of deep theoretical issues in optimization. It will command a broad audience, from beginners to experts."--Kees Roos, Delft University of Technology

Series:

Princeton Series in Applied Mathematics
Ingrid Daubechies, Weinan E, Jan Karel Lenstra, and Endre Suli, Editors