Nonlinear Dynamics & Chaos 2e (Hardcover, 2nd Edition)

J. M. T Thompson

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Covering one of the fastest growing areas of applied mathematics, Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos: Second Edition, is a fully updated edition of this highly respected text. Covering a breadth of topics, ranging from the basic concepts to applications in the physical sciences, the book is highly illustrated and written in a clear and comprehensible style.

Provides a self-contained introduction to the theory and applications of nonlinear dynamics and chaos.
Introduces the concepts of instabilities, bifurcations, and catastrophes.
Each idea is carefully explained and supported by examples.
Features many applications to a wide variety of scientific fields.
Includes an illustrated glossary of geometrical dynamics.
Features a supplementary bibliography of further reading.
Assumes minimal background knowledge.

Nonlinear Dynamics and Chaos: Second Edition provides an excellent introduction to the subject for students of mathematics, engineering, physics and applied science. It will also appeal to the many researchers who work with computer models of systems that change over time.

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Imprint:	John Wiley & Sons
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	December 2001
First published:	February 2002
Authors:	J. M. T Thompson
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	460
Edition:	2nd Edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-471-87645-8
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Calculus & mathematical analysis > Differential equations Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Applied mathematics > Non-linear science Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Applied mathematics > Chaos theory Promotions
LSN:	0-471-87645-3
Barcode:	9780471876458