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From the reviews:
"This book provides comprehensive coverage of the major aspects of the DG-FEM, from derivation, analysis and implementation of the method to simulation of application problems. It is a highly valuable volume in the literature on the DG-FEM. It is also suitable as a textbook for a graduate-level course for students in computational and applied mathematics, physics and engineering."
-Mathematical Reviews
"The book under review presents basic ideas, theoretical analysis, MATLAB implementation and applications of the DG-FEM. ... The representative references quoted are useful for any reader interested in applying the method in a particular area. ... This book provides comprehensive coverage of the major aspects of the DG-FEM ... . It is a highly valuable volume in the literature on the DG-FEM. It is also suitable as a textbook for a graduate-level course for students in computational and applied mathematics, physics, and engineering." (Weimin Han, Mathematical Reviews, Issue 2008 k)
"This book is intended to offer a comprehensive introduction to, and an efficient implementation of discontinuous Galerkin finite element methods ... . Each chapter of the book is largely self-contained and is complemented by adequate exercises. ... The style of writing is clear and concise ... . is an exceptionally complete and accessible reference for graduate students, researchers, and professionals in applied mathematics, physics, and engineering. It may be used in graduate-level courses, as a self-study resource, or as a research reference." (Marius Ghergu, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1134 (12), 2008)
Book Information
ISBN 9780387720654
Author Jan S. Hesthaven
Format Hardback
Page Count 502
Imprint Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Publisher Springer-Verlag New York Inc.