Scalar, vector and tensor calculus

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The discussion explores the parallels between scalar, vector, and tensor calculus, highlighting how equations can be represented in different forms. It emphasizes that while the same formulas appear across these types of calculus, the underlying definitions are derived from scalar calculus. There is a debate about whether certain equations truly represent vector calculus, as the variables involved may not be vectors. Participants seek examples of formulas that can be expressed in scalar, vector, and tensor forms. The conversation underscores the importance of understanding the distinctions and similarities among these mathematical concepts.
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I noticed that sometimes exist a parallel between scalar and vector calculus, for example:

##v=at+v_0##

##s=\int v dt = \frac{1}{2}at^2 + v_0 t + s_0##

in terms of vector calculus

##\vec{v}=\vec{a}t+\vec{v}_0##

##\vec{s}=\int \vec{v} dt = \frac{1}{2}\vec{a}t^2 + \vec{v}_0 t + \vec{s}_0##

So, this same equation could be written in terms of tensor calculus? Or exist some equation that can assume a scalar, vector and tensor form?
 
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I'm not sure what you intend here. The definitions in Calculus as extended to vectors and tensors are done in imitation of scalar Calculus so of course you have the same formulas.

(I would not consider your equation "of vector calculus" to actually be "vector Calculus". Your coefficients are vectors but your variables are not.)
 
HallsofIvy said:
The definitions in Calculus as extended to vectors and tensors are done in imitation of scalar Calculus so of course you have the same formulas.

You can give me an example of some formule that have a scalar(rank0), a vector(rank1) and a tensor(rank2) version?
 

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