Introduction to Einstein's Summation Notation

This book is about Einstein's Summation Notation (ESN). It explains the rules for correct use of ESN-notation, covering the Kronecker-symbol and the Levi-Civita-symbol. Examples are taken from Linear Algebra (vector - and matrix - calculation) as well as functional analysis (diferential operators gradient, curl, divergence). The book aims at students of physics who want to deal with the Special - and General Theory of Relativity by Albert Einstein, as the correct use of ESN in this area is essential.

Hans-Friedrich Pfeiffer: Born 1960 in Germany, Hans-Friedrich Pfeiffer studied mathematics and computer science at the University of Kiel ( Germany ) and at the Université Montpellier II - Sciences et Techniques du Languedoc, Montpellier (France). In 1987 he completed his studies with a degree in mathematics (Dipl.-Math.). He works as a software-developer in the area of relational databases.