Description
An emerging field of discrete differential geometry aims at the development of discrete equivalents of notions and methods of classical differential geometry. The latter appears as a limit of a refinement of the discretization. Current interest in discrete differential geometry derives not only from its importance in pure mathematics but also from its applications in computer graphics, theoretical physics, architecture, and numerics. Rather unexpectedly, the very basic structures of discrete differential geometry turn out to be related to the theory of integrable systems. One of the main goals of this book is to reveal this integrable structure of discrete differential geometry.
For a given smooth geometry one can suggest many different discretizations. Which one is the best? This book answers this question by providing fundamental discretization principles and applying them to numerous concrete problems. It turns out that intelligent theoretical discretizations are distinguished also by their good performance in applications.
The intended audience of this book is threefold. It is a textbook on discrete differential geometry and integrable systems suitable for a one semester graduate course. On the other hand, it is addressed to specialists in geometry and mathematical physics. It reflects the recent progress in discrete differential geometry and contains many original results. The third group of readers at which this book is targeted is formed by specialists in geometry processing, computer graphics, architectural design, numerical simulations, and animation. They may find here answers to the question ""How do we discretize differential geometry?"" arising in their specific field.
Prerequisites for reading this book include standard undergraduate background (calculus and linear algebra). No knowledge of differential geometry is expected, although some familiarity with curves and surfaces can be helpful.
About the Author
Alexander I. Bobenko, Technische Universitat Berlin, Germany.
Yuri B. Suris, Technische Universitat Munchen, Garching bei Munchen, Germany.
Reviews
"This book gives new life to old concepts of classical differential geometry, and a beautiful introduction to new notions of discrete integrable systems. It should be of interest to researchers in several areas of mathematics (integrable systems, differential geometry, numerical approximation of special surfaces), but also to advanced students interested in a good introduction to several classical areas of mathematics. Parts of it could well be used for graduate or possibly advanced undergraduate courses in mathematics." - Mathematical Reviews
"It can serve as a very good introduction into contemporary research and it seems to be the first book devoted to the topic. ... The book is well and clearly written." - EMS Newsletter
Book Information
ISBN 9781470474560
Author Alexander I. Bobenko
Format Paperback
Page Count 404
Imprint American Mathematical Society
Publisher American Mathematical Society
For a given smooth geometry one can suggest many different discretizations. Which one is the best? This book answers this question by providing fundamental discretization principles and applying them to numerous concrete problems. It turns out that intelligent theoretical discretizations are distinguished also by their good performance in applications.
The intended audience of this book is threefold. It is a textbook on discrete differential geometry and integrable systems suitable for a one semester graduate course. On the other hand, it is addressed to specialists in geometry and mathematical physics. It reflects the recent progress in discrete differential geometry and contains many original results. The third group of readers at which this book is targeted is formed by specialists in geometry processing, computer graphics, architectural design, numerical simulations, and animation. They may find here answers to the question ""How do we discretize differential geometry?"" arising in their specific field.
Prerequisites for reading this book include standard undergraduate background (calculus and linear algebra). No knowledge of differential geometry is expected, although some familiarity with curves and surfaces can be helpful.
About the Author
Alexander I. Bobenko, Technische Universitat Berlin, Germany.
Yuri B. Suris, Technische Universitat Munchen, Garching bei Munchen, Germany.
Reviews
"This book gives new life to old concepts of classical differential geometry, and a beautiful introduction to new notions of discrete integrable systems. It should be of interest to researchers in several areas of mathematics (integrable systems, differential geometry, numerical approximation of special surfaces), but also to advanced students interested in a good introduction to several classical areas of mathematics. Parts of it could well be used for graduate or possibly advanced undergraduate courses in mathematics." - Mathematical Reviews
"It can serve as a very good introduction into contemporary research and it seems to be the first book devoted to the topic. ... The book is well and clearly written." - EMS Newsletter
Book Information
ISBN 9781470474560
Author Alexander I. Bobenko
Format Paperback
Page Count 404
Imprint American Mathematical Society
Publisher American Mathematical Society
