Fluid Mechanics

Fluid Mechanics

by Nelson Kelly

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ISBN 9781836593751
Publisher Chapman Press
Copyright Year 2025
Price £163.00

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Linear Algebra is a branch of mathematics that focuses on the study of vectors, vector spaces, and linear transformations. It is one of the foundational areas of mathematics with widespread applications in engineering, physics, economics, computer science, and more. The primary objects of study in linear algebra are vectors and matrices, which are used to represent and solve systems of linear equations. A key concept in linear algebra is the vector space, which is a collection of vectors that can be added together and scaled (multiplied by numbers called scalars). Linear transformations are functions that map vectors from one vector space to another while preserving the operations of addition and scalar multiplication. Another fundamental topic in linear algebra is matrix theory, which deals with the manipulation and analysis of matrices-rectangular arrays of numbers. Matrices are used to represent systems of linear equations and perform various operations such as solving equations, transforming coordinates, and representing data. The determinant and eigenvalues of a matrix are key elements in understanding the matrix's properties and behavior. Linear algebra provides essential tools for understanding systems of equations, optimization, computer graphics, machine learning, and other advanced topics. Its concepts form the foundation of modern computational mathematics and technology. Linear Algebra provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental concepts, methods, and applications of linear algebra in diverse fields. Contents: 1. Introduction, 2. Linear Differential Equations, 3. Principles and Structures in Linear Algebra, 4. Linear Equations Involving Derivatives, 5. Linear Systems and Equation in Mathematical Modeling, 6. Vector Spaces, 7. Determinants and their Properties, 8. Analyzing Real Matrices with Complex Eigen Solutions.