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The mystery of knots

One of the most significant unsolved problems in mathematics is the complete classification of knots. The main purpose of this book is to introduce the reader to the use of computer programming to obtain the table of knots. The author presents this problem as clearly and methodically as possible, st...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Aneziris, Charilaos N
Lenguaje:eng
Publicado: World Scientific 1999
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Acceso en línea:http://cds.cern.ch/record/429729
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Sumario:One of the most significant unsolved problems in mathematics is the complete classification of knots. The main purpose of this book is to introduce the reader to the use of computer programming to obtain the table of knots. The author presents this problem as clearly and methodically as possible, starting from the very basics. Mathematical ideas and concepts are extensively discussed, and no advanced background is required.