Differential Equations

This traditional text is intended for mainstream one- or two-semester differential equations courses taken by undergraduates majoring in engineering, mathematics, and the sciences. Written by two of the world's leading authorities on differential equations, simmonskrantz provides a cogent and accessible introduction to ordinary differential equations written in classical style. Its rich variety of modern applications in engineering, physics, and the applied sciences illuminate the concepts and techniques that students will use through practice to solve real-life problems in their careers. Features award-winning author team- with differential equations: theory, technique and practice, mcgraw-hill is proud to bring together the talents of two acclaimed authors and leading authorities in differential equations. George f. Simmons is renowned for his clear, direct, and engaging writing style over a 40-year career as author of highly-regarded textbooks for undergraduates in calculus and differential equations. Steven g. Krantz is one of the most visible and respected mathematicians in the community today, with over 45 books, 125 papers, and groundbreaking research in differential equations to his credit. Applications-simmonskrantz features a wealth of modern applications of differential equations to bring the subject to life and demonstrate its utility to students. These applications show how differential equations is the centerpiece of many areas of engineering, physics, the life sciences, and mathematical modeling, and prepare students for more concrete applied work in future courses. "anatomy of an application"- these sections, occurring at the end of each chapter, examine in detail a particular application of differential equations in engineering, physics, or the applied sciences.