Astronomical Applications of Vedic Mathematics

by Kenneth R. Williams

The extraordinary power and versatility of Vedic mathematics leads to new and extremely efficient methods in Astronomy. In this self-contained book a few applications are given including Prediction of Eclipses, the digit by digit solution of Kepler’s Equation, the Prediction of Planetary Positions and the Solution of Spherical Triangles. Normally the solution to such problems would not be attempted without the aid of a mechanical calculating device. But the ultra-efficient methods of Vedic Mathematics lead to easy and fast solutions without the need for such aids. Many of the ideas introduced in this book can be developed further and also suggest other lines of research.

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First published July 15, 2003