Dictionary of Applied Math for Engineers and Scientists

Clear, concise definitions of mathematical terms are not easy to locate, and despite the seemingly close connections between math and other scientific and engineering fields, practical explanations comprehensible to those who are not primarily mathematicians are even more difficult to find. The Dictionary of Applied Math for Engineers and Scientists fills that void. It contains authoritative yet accessible definitions of mathematical terms often encountered in other disciplines. This practical lexicon will help students and professionals alike make sure they use mathematical terminology correctly and fully understand the mathematical literature encountered in their fields.