• Journal of the Korean Mathematical Society
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• v.35 no.3
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• pp.793-802
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• 1998

We apply the generalization of Levy's infinitesimal equation $\delta$X(t) = $\psi$(X(s), s $\leq$ t, $Y_{t}$, t, dt), $t\in R^1$, for a random field X (C) indexed by a contour C or by a more general set. Assume that the X(C) is homogeneous in x, say of degree n, then we can appeal to the classical theory of variational calculus and to the modern theory of white noise analysis in order to discuss the innovation for the X (C.)

• Journal for History of Mathematics
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• v.22 no.3
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• pp.45-60
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• 2009

Mathematical thinking can be symbolized by the external signs, and these signs determine in reverse the form of mathematical thinking. Each symbol - a symbol in algebra, a symbol in analysis, and a diagram which verifies syllogism - reflects the diverse characteristic of cogitation in mathematics and perfirms a heuristic function.

• Journal for History of Mathematics
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• v.29 no.3
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• pp.157-172
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• 2016

Sophus Lie's research is regarded as one of the most important mathematical advancements in the $19^{th}$ century. His pioneering research in the field of differential equations resulted in an invaluable consolidation of calculus and group theory. Lie's group theory has been investigated and constantly modified by various mathematicians which resulted in a beautifully abstract yet concrete theory. However Lie's early intentions and ideas are lost in the mists of modern transfiguration. In this paper we explore Lie's early academic years and his object of studies which clarify the ground breaking ideas behind his theory.

• Journal for History of Mathematics
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• v.21 no.2
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• pp.19-38
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• 2008

This study aims to investigate the evolution of calculating the volume of a sphere in eastern and western mathematical history. In western case, Archimedes', Cavalieri's and Kepler's approaches, and in eastern case, Nine Chapters';, Liu Hui's and Zus' approaches are worthy of noting. The common idea of most of these approaches is the infinitesimal concept corresponding to Cavalieri's or Liu-Zu's principle which would developed to the basic idea of Calculus. So this study proposes an alternative to organization of math-textbooks or instructional procedures for teaching the volume of a sphere based on the principle.