There are exact methods (algsys, grobner). Although algsys sometimes turns
to approximate methods.
Newton methods will only converge to a nearby zero, no? Brent too. dunno
about Broyden.
There are relaxation methods, simulated annealing, etc.
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From: maxima-bounces at math.utexas.edu [mailto:maxima-bounces at math.utexas.edu]
On Behalf Of Alasdair McAndrew
Sent: Monday, March 19, 2007 4:33 AM
To: maxima list
Subject: Solving (systems of) non-linear equations?
Does Maxima implement any general method of solving these? There are a few
Newton's methods, but is that all? Is there a Brent's method in there
somewhere, or a Broyden's method for systems, for example? Should I write
some?
-Alasdair