| Description |
xiv, 333 pages : illustrations ; 27 cm |
| Series |
Cambridge series in statistical and probabilistic mathematics |
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London Mathematical Society student texts ; 44 |
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London Mathematical Society student texts ; 44
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Cambridge series on statistical and probabilistic mathematics.
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| Contents |
1. Prelude - Quadratic Polynomials and Quadratic Forms -- 2. Basic Invariant Theory for Binary Forms -- 3. Groups and Transformations -- 4. Representations and Invariants -- 5. Transvectants -- 6. Symbolic Methods -- 7. Graphical Methods -- 8. Lie Groups and Moving Frames -- 9. Infinitesimal Methods -- 10. Multivariate Polynomials |
| Summary |
There has been a resurgence of interest in classical invariant theory driven by several factors: new theoretical developments; a revival of computational methods coupled with powerful new computer algebra packages; and a wealth of new applications, ranging from number theory to geometry, physics to computer vision. This book provides readers with a self-contained introduction to the classical theory as well as modern developments and applications. Aimed at advanced undergraduate and graduate students the book includes many exercises and historical details, complete proofs of the fundamental theorems, and a lively and provocative exposition |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Subject |
Bayesian statistical decision theory.
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Invariants.
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| Author |
Hsu, John S. J., 1955-
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| LC no. |
98033722 |
| ISBN |
0521552435 |
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0521558212 (paperback) |
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0521594170 |
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