Physics with Maple: computer algebra for mathematical methods in physics

Frank Y. Wang3527406409, 9783527406401, 9783527618941

Written by an experienced physicist who is active in applying computer algebra to relativistic astrophysics and education, this is the resource for mathematical methods in physics using Maple and Mathematica . Through in-depth problems from core courses in the physics curriculum, the author guides students to apply analytical and numerical techniques in mathematical physics, and present the results in interactive graphics. Around 180 simulating exercises are included to facilitate learning by examples.
This book is a must-have for students of physics, electrical and mechanical engineering, materials scientists, lecturers in physics, and university libraries.
*Free online Maple material at http://www.wiley-vch.de/templates/pdf/maplephysics.zip
*Free online Mathematica material at http://www.wiley-vch.de/templates/pdf/physicswithmathematica.zip
*Solutions manual for lecturers available at www.wiley-vch.de/supplements/

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Table of contents :
Cover……Page 1
Physics with Maple……Page 2
Contents……Page 3
Preface……Page 8
Guide for Users……Page 13
Bibliography……Page 16
1 Introduction……Page 17
2 Oscillatory Motion……Page 56
3 Calculus of Variations……Page 85
4 Integration of Equations of Motion……Page 115
5 Orthogonal Functions and Expansions……Page 153
6 Electrostatics……Page 182
7 Boundary-value Problems……Page 218
8 Magnetostatics……Page 248
9 Electric Circuits……Page 271
10 Waves……Page 294
11 Physical Optics……Page 331
12 Special Relativity……Page 363
13 Quantum Phenomena……Page 389
14 Schrödinger Equation in One Dimension (I): Unbound States……Page 410
15 Schrödinger Equation in One Dimension (II): Bound States……Page 433
16 Schrödinger Equation in Three Dimensions……Page 472
17 Quantum Statistics……Page 516
18 General Relativity……Page 551
A Physical and Astrophysical Constants……Page 582
B Mathematical Notes……Page 584
Index……Page 604