A Geometric Algebra Invitation to Space-Time Physics, Robotics and Molecular Geometry
Author | : Carlile Lavor |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 135 |
Release | : 2018-07-12 |
ISBN-10 | : 9783319906652 |
ISBN-13 | : 3319906658 |
Rating | : 4/5 (52 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: This book offers a gentle introduction to key elements of Geometric Algebra, along with their applications in Physics, Robotics and Molecular Geometry. Major applications covered are the physics of space-time, including Maxwell electromagnetism and the Dirac equation; robotics, including formulations for the forward and inverse kinematics and an overview of the singularity problem for serial robots; and molecular geometry, with 3D-protein structure calculations using NMR data. The book is primarily intended for graduate students and advanced undergraduates in related fields, but can also benefit professionals in search of a pedagogical presentation of these subjects.