Computational Physics Methods and Algorithms

Abstract

Computational Physics plays a major role in solving the physical problems numerically, which cannot be achieved using analytical methods due to the time constraint and complexity of the underlying physical systems. Computational physics combines the theoretical and experimental aspects of conventional scientific study. The advancement in the field of computing and numerical analysis helped computational physics to solve the problems associated with molecular modeling, protein folding, atmospheric science more effectively. In this paper, we review some of the important methods and equations used in Computational Physics in order to solve mathematical problems numerically. Integration, Root finding, Ordinary differential equations, Matrix eigenvalue problems, system of linear equations and Partial differential equations along with some of the well-known methods are briefly discussed. Challenges and applications associated with Computational Physics are also reviewed.