Matrices and matroids for systems analysis (Q5902170)

A matroid is an abstract mathematical structure that captures combinatorial properties of matrices. Interplay between matrix theory and matroid theory is the main theme of this well written book. Since the original edition appeared in 2000 [see Zbl 0948.05001], steady progress has been made in the theory and application of mixed matrices, a tool for systems analysis. The bibliography contains 360 titles; seven of these titles are dated post 2005. The material is organized in seven chapters: {\parindent=6mm \begin{itemize}\item[1.] Introduction to Structural Approach -- Overview of the Book \item[2.] Matrix, Graph, and Matroid \item[3.] Physical Observations for Mixed Matrix Formulation \item[4.] Theory and Application of Mixed Matrices \item[5.] Polynomial Matrix and Valuated Matroid \item[6.] Theory and Application of Mixed Polynomial Matrices \item[7.] Further Topics \end{itemize}}