Lawden, Elliptic Functions and Applications

In summary, "Lawden, Elliptic Functions and Applications" explores the theory of elliptic functions, detailing their mathematical foundations, properties, and various applications in physics and engineering. The text provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, including the definitions, transformations, and integrals associated with elliptic functions, while also illustrating their relevance in solving real-world problems. Through examples and applications, the book emphasizes the significance of elliptic functions in both theoretical and applied contexts.
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Elliptic Functions and Applications
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Lawden
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1989
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Hardcover. Wonderful textbook, still in print and available for $169.99, covers all aspects of elliptic functions with many physical examples. No markings except for a small name stamp on the flyleaf. Color on spine has faded.

Table of Contents​

1 Theta Functions.- 2 Jacobi’s Elliptic Functions.- 3 Elliptic Integrals.- 4 Geometrical Applications.- 5 Physical Applications.- 6 Weierstrass’s Elliptic Function.- 7 Applications of the Weierstrass Functions.- 8 Complex Variable Analysis.- 9 Modular Transformations..- Appendix A Fourier Series for a Periodic Analytic Function.- Appendix B Calculation of a Definite Integral.- Appendix C BASIC Program for Reduction of Elliptic Integral to Standard Form.- Appendix D Computation of Tables.- Table A. Theta Functions.- Table B. Nome and Complete Integrals of the First and Second Kinds as Functions of the Squared Modulus.- Table D. Legendre’s Incomplete Integrals of First and Second Kinds.- Table E. Jacobi’s Zeta and Epsilon Functions.- Table F. Sigma Functions.

20% of proceeds will be donated to APS (American Physical Society) funds for education and science advocacy.
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