Overview
Functional Equations and Inequalities with Applications presents a comprehensive, nearly encyclopedic, study of the classical topic of functional equations. Nowadays, the field of functional equations is an ever-growing branch of mathematics with far-reaching applications; it is increasingly used to investigate problems in mathematical analysis, combinatorics, biology, information theory, statistics, physics, the behavioral sciences, and engineering. This self-contained monograph explores all aspects of functional equations and their applications to related topics, such as differential equations, integral equations, the Laplace transformation, the calculus of finite differences, and many other basic tools in analysis. Each chapter examines a particular family of equations and gives an in-depth study of its applications as well as examples and exercises to support the material. The book is intended as a reference tool for any student, professional (researcher), or mathematician studying in a field where functional equations can be applied. It can also be used as a primary text in a classroom setting or for self-study. Finally, it could be an inspiring entrée into an active area of mathematical exploration for engineers and other scientists who would benefit from this careful, rigorous exposition.
Full Product Details
Author: Palaniappan Kannappan
Publisher: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint: Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition: 2009 ed.
Dimensions:
Width: 15.50cm
, Height: 4.40cm
, Length: 23.50cm
Weight: 1.412kg
ISBN: 9780387894911
ISBN 10: 0387894918
Pages: 810
Publication Date: 24 June 2009
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
From the reviews: This book should be of considerable interest for students and scholars working on functional equations. ! the chapters treat in detail classical subjects such as Cauchy trigonometric and quadratic functional equations and present most recent results from the literature. ! a comprehensive bibliography of more than 800 titles conclude this interesting book. (Gian Luigi Forti, Mathematical Reviews, Issue 2010 e) In seventeen chapters and on the order of 800 pages (yikes!) we are presented with what must surely be something of an encyclopaedic treatment of the according topics. ! To be sure, Kannappan's book presents us with a most useful vade mecum for many mathematicians (not just arithmeticians) as well as various users of mathematics ! . (Michael Berg, The Mathematical Association of America, December, 2009) This is a comprehensive, almost encyclopedic treatment of most of the classical topics of functional equations. ! the author gives references to books and survey articles. So if you want information about a topic in the field of functional equations and its history, this monograph is an obvious and good place to consult for classical results, applications and references. (Henrik Stetkaer, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1178, 2010)
