Real Computing Made Real: Preventing Errors in Scientific and Engineering Calcul

Description: Real Computing Made Real: Preventing Errors in Scientific and Engineering Calculations by Forman S. Acton Engineers and scientists who want to avoid errors in their computer-assisted calculations will welcome this concise guide. In addition to its practical advice on detecting and removing the bugs that plague finite-precision calculations, it also outlines techniques for preserving significant figures, avoiding extraneous solutions, and finding efficient iterative processes for solving nonlinear equations. 1996 edition. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Engineers and scientists who want to avoid errors in their computer-assisted calculations will welcome this concise guide. In addition to its practical advice on detecting and removing the bugs that plague finite-precision calculations, it also outlines techniques for preserving significant figures, avoiding extraneous solutions, and finding efficient iterative processes for solving nonlinear equations. 1996 edition. Table of Contents 0. Tools of the Trade 1. Nonlinear Equations 2. Preserving Significant Digits 3. Quadratures 4. Recurrence Relations 5. Choosing and Tuning an Algorithm Answers Index Long Description Engineers and scientists who want to avoid insidious errors in their computer-assisted calculations will welcome this concise guide to trouble-shooting. In addition to its practical advice on detecting and removing the bugs that plague finite-precision calculations, it also outlines techniques for preserving significant figures, avoiding extraneous solutions, and finding efficient iterative processes for solving nonlinear equations. Its examples and exercises (with answers) help readers develop problem-formulating skills and avoid the common pitfalls that software packages seldom detect. 1996 ed. Details ISBN0486442217 Author Forman S. Acton Short Title REAL COMPUTING MADE REAL Pages 259 Publisher Dover Publications Language English ISBN-10 0486442217 ISBN-13 9780486442211 Media Book Format Paperback DEWEY 511.43 Illustrations Yes Residence US Birth 1911 Death 1972 Year 2005 Publication Date 2005-08-31 Imprint Dover Publications Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Subtitle Preventing Errors in Scientific and Engineering Calculations Series Dover Books on Computer Science DOI 10.1604/9780486442211 AU Release Date 2005-08-26 NZ Release Date 2005-08-26 US Release Date 2005-08-26 UK Release Date 2005-08-26 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:78175953;

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