Introduction to computational geometry
9781774698471
252 pages
Arcler Education Inc
Overview
Computational Geometry is a branch of mathematics that deals with the solution of geometric problems that emerge in a variety of applications such as geographic information systems, robotics, and computer graphics, among others. Computational Geometry is covered in depth in this Handbook, which provides an overview of key concepts and results in the field. It can be used as a reference and study aid for those interested in the topic. Not only are the most cutting-edge methods and answers given, but also several alternative approaches to issue solving and problem solving strategies.
Author Bio
Prof. Avanish Kumar is presently working as Professor at the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Computer Applications, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi. He has completed his M.Sc., from Meerut University (presently CCS University), Meerut in 1989, M. Phil., from University of Roorkee (presently IIT), Roorkee in 1992 and Ph. D. in Mathematics, from Gurukula Kangri, University, Hardwar in 1999. University of Roorkee awarded him ‘University Medal’ for standing First in First Class. He has served as Assistant Scientific Officer in the Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, New Delhi w.e.f. 20 November 1995 to 25 November 1999. He joined Bundelkhand University as Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Computer Applications on 26 November 1999. There he served in various capacity and became Professor on 26 November 2014. He served as Chairman of the Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education w.e.f. 06 February 2017 to 05 February 2021. He was having additional charge of the Director, Central Hindi Directorate, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India w. e. f. 07 July 2017 to April 08, 2020. He has supervised 14 Ph.D. thesis, 28 M. Phil. Dissertation. He has published about 90 research papers in National and International Journal of reputes. He is the author of two books and editor of four terminological related books. His research interests are Modeling, Optimization Techniques and Distributed Computing Systems. He is the life member of International Academy of Physical Sciences, Indian Mathematical Society, Computer Society of India, Operations Research Society of India, and many other similar academic bodies and societies. Also, he is the Vice President, of Operations Research Society of India (ORSI) and Vijñãna Parishad of India (VPI). During 2010 to 2013 he was the Head of the Department of Mathematical Sciences and Computer Applications. During the same period 2010 to 2013 he was also the Head of the Institute of Computer Science and Information Technology. He was the Chief of University Employment Information and Counseling Centre (UP Government) Bundelkhand University, Jhansi during 11 June 2009 to 05 February 2017. During this period Ministry of Employment and Labor, Government of India, New Delhi awarded the establishment of Modal Career Centre (MCC) under the University Employment Information and Counseling Centre (UP Government) Bundelkhand University, Jhansi to facilitate the job seekers of this university as well as Bundelkhand Region with career related trainings, guidance and counseling. He was visited to the Rajamangla University of Technology. Thanyaburi (Thailand), University of Science and Culture, Tehran (Iran), Kathmandu, (Nepal), Port Louise (Mauritius), Shanghai (China), Guadalajara (Mexico) for various academic work. In 2000, he was awarded ‘Professor R. C. Mehrotra Best Teacher Award and Gold Medal’ for outstanding contribution to the university services by the Bundelkhand University, Jhansi and in 2016, Bharat Vikas Award was conferred to him by the Institute of Self Reliance, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, in appreciation of dedicated services to the society and humanity.
