Introduction to the Calculus of Variations

by Hans Sagan

Excellent text provides basis for thorough understanding of the problems, methods, and techniques of the calculus of variations and prepares readers for the study of modern optimal control theory. Treatment limited to extensive coverage of single integral problems in one and more unknown functions. Carefully chosen variational problems and over 400 exercises. 1969 edition. Bibliography.

Genres: Mathematics

480 pages, Paperback

First published December 21, 1992