The Fourier transform and its applications (McGraw-Hill series in electrical engineering)
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Author Description
This text is designed for use in a senior undergraduate or graduate level course in Fourier Transforms. This text differs from many other fourier transform books in its emphasis on applications. Bracewell applies mathematical concepts to the physical world throughout this text, equipping students to think about the world and physics in terms of transforms. The pedagogy in this classic text is excellent. The author has included such tools as the pictorial dictionary of transforms and bibliographic references. In addition, there are many excellent problems throughout this book, which are more than mathematical exercises, often requiring students to think in terms of specific situations or asking for educated opinions. To aid students further, discussions of many of the problems can be found at the end of the book.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
How can the mathematical framework of the Fourier transform be effectively applied to solve complex problems in the physical sciences and engineering? Ronald Newbold Bracewell, a distinguished researcher in radio astronomy and signal processing, presents a pedagogical approach that bridges abstract calculus with tangible physical phenomena. The text argues that mastery of transform theory requires a shift in perspective, encouraging students to interpret physical systems through the lens of frequency domain analysis rather than purely algebraic manipulation.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Comprehensive coverage of Fourier transform theory and its mathematical properties
- A unique pictorial dictionary of transforms for visual reference
- Extensive problem sets designed to test conceptual understanding in real-world scenarios
- Bibliographic references for further academic inquiry
Scope Limits
- The text assumes a strong foundation in undergraduate calculus and linear systems
- It does not focus on pure mathematical proofs at the expense of practical engineering utility
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and educators consistently identify this work as a foundational text for students in electrical engineering and applied physics. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which is balanced by the author's emphasis on intuitive application over rote calculation.
Page Count:
474
Publication Date:
1986-01-01
Publisher:
McGraw-Hill
ISBN-10:
0070070164
ISBN-13:
9780070070165
Physics
Mathematics
textbook
Electrical Engineering