What is the Latest Online Function Evaluation Tool in Physics?

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The discussion centers around the latest online function evaluation tool designed for physics applications, specifically for generating data tables for one-variable and two-variable functions. Participants explore the utility of this tool compared to more comprehensive software like Mathematica.

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  • One participant introduces a new online function evaluation tool that allows users to input functions and generate data tables dynamically.
  • Another participant suggests that learning Mathematica would be more beneficial due to its comprehensive capabilities.
  • Some participants argue that having a free online tool is valuable for accessibility, especially for those who do not have access to Mathematica.
  • There is a recognition of the idealistic nature of preferring comprehensive tools over free online resources.

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Participants express differing views on the utility of the online tool versus more advanced software like Mathematica. There is no consensus on which option is superior, as some value accessibility while others prioritize functionality.

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The discussion reflects varying assumptions about the needs of users in different contexts, such as casual use versus professional or academic requirements.

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Here is the latest addition to online physics tools. So far I had discuss about the 2D and 3D graphing tool and thanks for all the people post comments and ideas about it.

This latest online function evaluation tool will generate data table dynamically for f(x), f(x,y) functions

Function can be simply entered like this
x[-5,5,1]
f(x)=2.5*x^2+x-0.3

where x[-5,5,1] is the range
X min = -5
X Max = 5
X step size = 1

Here are two example calculation from this tool
http://www.livephysics.com/ptools/evaluate-function.php?f=x%5B-5%2C5%2C1%5D%0D%0Af%28x%29%3D2.5%2Ax%5E2%2Bx-0.3&format=%256.2f

http://www.livephysics.com/ptools/evaluate-function.php?f=x%5B-10%2C10%2C1%5D%0D%0Ay%5B-10%2C10%2C1%5D%0D%0Af%28x%2Cy%29%3Dx%5E2%2By%5E2&format=%25.2f
 
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It would be far more useful to start learning Mathematica. All these 'tools' in one smart package. :smile:
 
radou said:
It would be far more useful to start learning Mathematica. All these 'tools' in one smart package. :smile:
True;
But some time it will be useful to have a free tool online, people can easily make reference when they doing online discussion via forums ..etc. so every one will have free access. And also every one does not have Mathematica. Mathematica is not free …..
 
LPHY said:
True;
But some time it will be useful to have a free tool online, people can easily make reference when they doing online discussion via forums ..etc. so every one will have free access. And also every one does not have Mathematica. Mathematica is not free …..

I know - I was just a bit idealistic. :smile:
 

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