Hi i'm an applied maths student i'd like to study about catenary

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Catenary studies are essential in applied mathematics, with resources available for deeper understanding. Recommended texts include "Calculus of Variations" by Gelfand and Fomin, which provides a rigorous approach, and "Perfect Form" by Don Lemons, offering a more accessible perspective for undergraduates. Both books are affordable and can be found in libraries or purchased used. Additional information can be found on the Wikipedia page dedicated to catenaries. These resources will help in exploring the mathematical and practical applications of catenary curves.
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hi I'm an applied maths student i'd like to study about catenary.. where can i get details of catenary and its applications in detail?which book i can refer or is there any website i can go for?
 
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There's a nice text by Gelfand and Fomin on the calculus of variations, of which this problem is an example. If you want something more pedestrian try 'Perfect Form' by Don Lemons which also deals with the problem (and many others) but from an undergraduate physics perspective. Both are nice little paperbacks that you can either find at a library or buy used for little.
 
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