Mathematica® in Action: Problem Solving Through Visualization and Computation

Stan Wagon

Language: English

Publisher: Springer

Published: Jun 11, 2010

Description:

  • Plenty of examples and case studies utilize Mathematica 7's newest tools, such as dynamic manipulations and adaptive three-dimensional plotting.
  • Emphasizes the breadth of Mathematica and the impressive results of combining techniques from different areas.
  • Whenever possible, the book shows how Mathematica can be used to discover new things. Striking examples include the design of a road on which a square wheel bike can ride, the design of a drill that can drill square holes, and new and surprising formulas for p.
  • Visualization is emphasized throughout, with finely crafted graphics in each chapter.