Algebraic Computing in General Relativity: Lecture Notes from the First Brazilian School on Computer AlgebraVolume 2 (Oxford Science Publications) - Hardcover

MacCallum, M. A. H.; Skea, J. E.; McLenaghan, R. G.; McCrea, J. D.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0198536461 ISBN 13: 9780198536468

Publisher: Oxford University Press, 1995

Synopsis

This book provides a step-by-step approach to the facilities available in MAPLE, REDUCE, and SHEEP--three innovative computer algebra systems--for performing calculations relevant to general relativity theory research. Beginning with MAPLE and REDUCE, two widespread great-purpose systems, the authors describe how currently available packages perform tetrad, coordinate system, and Poincaré gauge theory calculations. A section on SHEEP and Stensor offers expert guidance on how they can be used to tackle a wide range of calculations in general relativity, including the manipulation of indicial formulae. With Algebraic Computing in General Relativity in hand, students and researchers in mathematical physics and general relativity theory have an indispensable practical overview of the subject.

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About the Author

Professor M. A. H. MacCallum is in the School of Mathematical Sciences, Queen Mary and Westfield College, University of London, London.

Edition details

• Publisher: Oxford University Press
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0198536461
• ISBN 13: 9780198536468
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 400