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Quaternions for Computer Graphics (Hardcover, 2011 Ed.) Loot Price: R2,176
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Quaternions for Computer Graphics (Hardcover, 2011 Ed.): John Vince

Quaternions for Computer Graphics (Hardcover, 2011 Ed.)

John Vince

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Sir William Rowan Hamilton was a genius, and will be remembered for his significant contributions to physics and mathematics. The Hamiltonian, which is used in quantum physics to describe the total energy of a system, would have been a major achievement for anyone, but Hamilton also invented quaternions, which paved the way for modern vector analysis.

Quaternions are one of the most documented inventions in the history of mathematics, and this book is about their invention, and how they are used to rotate vectors about an arbitrary axis. Apart from introducing the reader to the features of quaternions and their associated algebra, the book provides valuable historical facts that bring the subject alive.

Quaternions for Computer Graphics introduces the reader to quaternion algebra by describing concepts of sets, groups, fields and rings. It also includes chapters on imaginary quantities, complex numbers and the complex plane, which are essential to understanding quaternions. The book contains many illustrations and worked examples, which make it essential reading for students, academics, researchers and professional practitioners.

General

Imprint: Springer London
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: June 2011
First published: 2011
Authors: John Vince
Dimensions: 235 x 155 x 14mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 140
Edition: 2011 Ed.
ISBN-13: 978-0-85729-759-4
Categories: Books > Computing & IT > General theory of computing > Mathematical theory of computation
Books > Computing & IT > General theory of computing > Data structures
Books > Computing & IT > Computer programming > Algorithms & procedures
Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Algebra > General
Books > Science & Mathematics > Mathematics > Applied mathematics > Mathematics for scientists & engineers
Books > Computing & IT > Applications of computing > Image processing > General
LSN: 0-85729-759-7
Barcode: 9780857297594

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