Soliton Equations and Their Algebro-Geometric Solutions: Volume 1, (1+1)-Dimensional Continuous Models

ISBN-13: 9780521753074 / Angielski / Twarda / 2003 / 518 str.

F. Gesztesy; H. Holden; Fritz Gesztesy

Opis

This book is about algebro-geometric solutions of completely integrable nonlinear partial differential equations in (1+1)-dimensions; also known as soliton equations. Explicitly treated integrable models include the KdV, AKNS, sine-Gordon, and Camassa-Holm hierarchies as well as the classical massive Thirring system. An extensive treatment of the class of algebro-geometric solutions in the stationary and time-dependent contexts is provided. The formalism presented includes trace formulas, Dubrovin-type initial value problems, Baker-Akhiezer functions, and theta function representations of all relevant quantities involved. The book uses techniques from the theory of differential equations, spectral analysis, and elements of algebraic geometry (most notably, the theory of compact Riemann surfaces).

Recenzje

'The book is very well organized and carefully written. It could be particularly useful for analysts wanting to learn new methods coming from algebraic geometry.' EMS Newsletter

Spis treści

Introduction; 1. The KdV hierarchy; 2. The sGmKdV hierarchy; 3. The AKNS hierarchy; 4. The classical massive Thirring system; 5. The Camassa–Holm hierarchy; Appendix A. Algebraic curves and their theta functions; Appendix B. KdV-type curves; Appendix C. AKNS-type curves; Appendix D. Asymptotic spectral parameter expansions; Appendix E. Lagrange interpolation; Appendix F. Symmetric functions; Appendix G. KdV and AKNS Darboux-type transformations; Appendix H. Elliptic functions; Appendix I. Herglotz functions; Appendix J. Weyl-Titchmarsh theory; List of symbols; Bibliography; Index.