Introduction to Numerical Computation

Introduction to Numerical Computation

This is an exhaustive PDF written by Lars Elden, Linde Wittmeyer-Koch, and Hans Bruun Nielsen. In fact, this really is an exemplary introduction to numerical computation. The text begins with the basics like error analysis and computer arithmetic, which gives a very solid ground for the origin and handling of numerical errors. It proceeds further to explain more basic topics related to function evaluation, solutions of nonlinear equations, and interpolation techniques. Next, it describes procedures for improving numerical estimates using differentiation and Richardson extrapolation. This is followed by full details of integration, systems of linear equations, and approximation. Finally, ordinary differential equations complete a thorough course of study that will prepare the reader with both the theory and practice that will serve in carrying out numerical computations.

Author(s): Lars Elden, Linde Wittmeyer-Koch, Hans Bruun Nielsen

383 Pages

Numerical Computation UniOviedo

This PDF is prepared by Gonzalo Galiano Casas and Esperanza Garcia Gonzalo from the Department of Mathematics at Oviedo University. With a view to keeping things compact, this document initiates with finite arithmetic and error analysis, which forms the basis necessary for understanding the issue of numerical precision and limitations. It considers methods for nonlinear equations, interpolation, and approximation. Key sections on numerical differentiation and integration give hands-on tools both for data analysis and the solution of mathematical problems. It also covers systems of linear equations and optimization, rounding it out for students and practitioners who might want to apply the numerical methods through a variety of problems.

Author(s): Gonzalo Galiano Casas, Esperanza Garcia Gonzalo, Dept. of Mathematics, Oviedo University

114 Pages

Numerical Computation for Mechanical Engineers

This note introduces elementary programming concepts including variable types, data structures, and flow control. After an introduction to linear algebra and probability, it covers numerical methods relevant to mechanical engineering, including approximation, integration, solution of linear and nonlinear equations, ordinary differential equations, and deterministic and probabilistic approaches.

Author(s): Prof. Anthony T. Patera, Prof. Daniel Frey and Prof. Nicholas Hadjiconstantinou

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Numerical Methods for Scientific Computing

It gives an explanation of all the different numerical methods of scientific computing. It starts with the basics, which is Root Finding and Orthogonal Functions, solving equations and analyzing functions. Finite Differences and Divided Differences included for the needs in the process of numerical differentiation and interpolation. Interpolation and Curve Fitting are given to outline estimation and modeling. It also includes Z-Transforms and Summation Formulas for signal processing and numerical summation. Quadrature Formulas and Ordinary Differential Equations are explained for integration and the solution of differential equations. Partial Differential Equations, Integral Equations, and Stability and Error Analysis form the advanced topics for numerical methods coverage. Further, Monte Carlo Techniques, Message Passing Interface, and Simulation Modeling are included to point out methods for probabilistic simulations and parallel computing.

Author(s): John Henry Heinbockel

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