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We all played tag as kids, but few realize this simple game embodies pursuit theory, applicable in military strategy, Coast Guard chases, and even romantic pursuits. Paul Nahin presents a complete history of this intriguing area of mathematics, tracing its evolution from classical analytical roots to modern applications. His accessible writing style engages popular-math enthusiasts as he discusses various approaches to solving chase-and-escape problems. Nahin incorporates game theory, geometry, linear algebra, and target-tracking algorithms, enriching mathematical discussions with fun facts and captivating stories. The book features a range of challenging puzzles suitable for all skill levels, complete with historical context and broader applications. Solutions to all problems are included, along with computer programs for readers to conduct their own analyses. This comprehensive treatment of pursuit theory is sure to captivate anyone interested in the mathematics behind the universal themes of pursuit and evasion.
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Chases and Escapes, Paul Nahin
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- Chases and Escapes
- Subtitle
- The Mathematics of Pursuit and Evasion
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Paul Nahin
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 253
- ISBN10
- 0691125147
- ISBN13
- 9780691125145
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Science & Math, Natural sciences, Science, USA, Mathematics, Physics, Game Theory, History of Mathematics, Philosophy of Mathematics
- Description
- We all played tag as kids, but few realize this simple game embodies pursuit theory, applicable in military strategy, Coast Guard chases, and even romantic pursuits. Paul Nahin presents a complete history of this intriguing area of mathematics, tracing its evolution from classical analytical roots to modern applications. His accessible writing style engages popular-math enthusiasts as he discusses various approaches to solving chase-and-escape problems. Nahin incorporates game theory, geometry, linear algebra, and target-tracking algorithms, enriching mathematical discussions with fun facts and captivating stories. The book features a range of challenging puzzles suitable for all skill levels, complete with historical context and broader applications. Solutions to all problems are included, along with computer programs for readers to conduct their own analyses. This comprehensive treatment of pursuit theory is sure to captivate anyone interested in the mathematics behind the universal themes of pursuit and evasion.