Gravitational n-body simulations: tools and algorithms
Auteur :
Aarseth, Sverre J.
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9780521432726
Date de publication :
23 oct. 2003
Dimensions :
25,5 x 18,4 x 2,8 cm
Poids :
885 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book presents basic methods for numerical simulation of gravitational systems, demonstrating how to develop clear and elegant algorithms. It explains the fundamental mathematical tools needed to describe the dynamics of a large number of mutually attractive particles, and the techniques needed to model various known planetary and astrophysical phenomena.