Beschreibung:
This textbook introduces the study of partial differential equations using both analytical and numerical methods. By intertwining the two complementary approaches, the authors create an ideal foundation for further study. Motivating examples from the physical sciences, engineering, and economics complete this integrated approach.
1 Modeling, or where do differential equations come from.- 2 Classification and characteristics.- 3 Elementary methods.- 4 Hilbert spaces.- 5 Sobolev spaces and boundary value problems in dimension one.- 6 Hilbert space methods for elliptic equations.- 7 Neumann and Robin boundary conditions.- 8 Spectral decomposition and evolution equations.- 9 Numerical methods.- 10 Maple®, or why computers can sometimes help.- Appendix.