A Numerical Library in C for Scientists and Engineers (Symbolic and Numeric Computation Series) [Hardcover]

H. T. Lau (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 23, 1995 | ISBN-10: 084937376X | ISBN-13: 978-0849373763 | Edition: 1

This extensive library of computer programs-written in C language-allows readers to solve numerical problems in areas of linear algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations, optimization, parameter estimation, and special functions of mathematical physics.

The library is based on NUMAL, the program assemblage developed and used at the Centre for Mathematics and Computer Science in Amsterdam, one of the world's leading research centers. The important characteristic of the library is its modular structure. Because it is highly compact, it is well-suited for use on personal computers.
The library offers the expert a prodigious collection of procedures for implementing numerical methods. The novice can experiment with the worked examples provided and use the more comprehensive procedures to perform mathematical computations. The library provides a powerful research tool for computer scientists, engineers, and applied mathematicians. Applicable materials can be downloaded from the CRC Press website.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 795 pages
• Publisher: CRC Press; 1 edition (November 23, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 084937376X
• ISBN-13: 978-0849373763
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.2 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #572,338 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #53 in Books > Computers & Technology > Programming > C > Language

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

43 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A high quality numerical library for PC, February 23, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: A Numerical Library in C for Scientists and Engineers (Symbolic and Numeric Computation Series) (Hardcover)

This is an excellent numerical library for students and researchers in numerical computations.

50 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A comprehensive numerical library with source code., January 13, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: A Numerical Library in C for Scientists and Engineers (Symbolic and Numeric Computation Series) (Hardcover)

This extensive library of computer programs-written in C language-allows readers to solve numerical problems in areas of linear algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations, optimization, parameter estimation, and special functions of mathematical physics. The important characteristic of the library is its modular structure. Because it is highly compact, it is well-suited for use on personal computers. The library offers the expert a prodigious collection of procedures for implementing numerical methods. The novice can experiment with the worked examples provided and use the more comprehensive procedures to perform mathematical computations. The library provides a powerful research tool for computer scientists, engineers, and applied mathematicians.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Handy source code for learning and research, December 17, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: A Numerical Library in C for Scientists and Engineers (Symbolic and Numeric Computation Series) (Hardcover)

The book offers an exceptionally valuable library of source code for experimentation and research in numerical computations.