Title :
Mathematical power tools
Author_Institution :
Macallan Consulting, Milpitas, CA, USA
Abstract :
Swift solutions to engineering problems recompense the investor in a modern math package for its cost and the time spent learning to use it. Anywhere from 700 to 3000 functions can be handled by a wealth of quality software packages adorned with two- and three-dimensional plotting capabilities. The author discusses the benefits of using such programs in engineering. A list is given of some of the leading symbolic and numerical math software packages. The list includes a brief description of each package.<>
Keywords :
engineering computing; mathematics computing; software packages; engineering problems; math package; numerical math software; symbolic math software; three-dimensional plotting capabilities; two-dimensional plotting capabilities; Acoustical engineering; Computer languages; Costs; Differential equations; Educational institutions; Graphics; Integral equations; Mathematics; Packaging; Power engineering and energy;
Journal_Title :
Spectrum, IEEE
