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The document discusses implementing Newton's forward interpolation method in Python. It describes the objectives of understanding polynomial interpolation, Newton's method, and implementing algorithms to compute forward differences and interpolate data points. The document provides details on Newton's interpolation formula, the forward difference method, and an algorithm to define functions, data points, calculate the forward difference table, and interpolate values.

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The document discusses implementing Newton's forward interpolation method in Python. It describes the objectives of understanding polynomial interpolation, Newton's method, and implementing algorithms to compute forward differences and interpolate data points. The document provides details on Newton's interpolation formula, the forward difference method, and an algorithm to define functions, data points, calculate the forward difference table, and interpolate values.

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Experiment Number: 06

Experiment Name: Implementation of Newton’s Forward Interpolation Method on Python.

Objectives:

1. Understand the concept of polynomial interpolation and its significance in numerical


analysis.
2. Learn the basics of Newton interpolation and its application in approximating functions.
3. Implement algorithms to compute forward differences and interpolate data points using
Newton's method.
4. Explore the computational complexity of Newton interpolation and forward difference
method.
5. Compare and contrast Newton interpolation with other interpolation techniques, such as
Lagrange interpolation or spline interpolation.

Introduction: Newton's forward difference interpolation method is a numerical technique used


to approximate a function by constructing a polynomial that passes through given data points.
In this method, forward differences between consecutive data points are computed and used to
generate coefficients for the polynomial. This approach is especially effective when the data
points are equally spaced, as it simplifies the computation of forward differences. The resulting
polynomial provides a convenient way to interpolate values between the given data points,
making it valuable in various engineering, scientific, and computational applications.

NEWTON’S FORWARD INTERPOLATION FORMULA:

x−x 0
p=
h

p ( p−1) 2 p ( p−1)( p−2) 3 p( p−1)( p−2)( p−3) 4 p ( p−1 )( p−2 ) … ( p


y ( x )= y 0 + p ∆ y 0 + . ∆ y0 + . ∆ y0 + . ∆ y 0+ …+
2! 3! 4! n!
Forward Difference :
• Assuming equip-spaced points

f f2 = f(x2)
f1 = f(x1) f3 = f(x3)
f0 = f(x0) fN = f(xN )
x
x0 x1 x2 x3 xN
0 1 2 3 N (i)

h = interval size

Algorithm:
1. Define two functions.
2. Define the number of data points (n) and the values of the independent
variable (x) and dependent variable (y) at those points.
3. Initialize the forward difference table (y) using the given data points.
4. Calculate the forward difference table using nested loops.
5. Display the forward difference table.
6. Specify the value at which interpolation is required (value).
7. Initialize the sum with the value of y at the first data point.
8. Calculate 'u' using the formula and then iteratively update the sum using
the forward differences and 'u'.
9. Finally, print the interpolated value at the specified point (value).

Implement Code:
Output:
Conclusion: The Newton interpolation method in Python is a powerful tool for approximating
functions using a series of given data points. By constructing a polynomial that passes through
these points, we can estimate the value of the function at intermediate points with good accuracy.
The forward difference approach simplifies the computation, especially when the data points are
equally spaced. This method finds applications in various fields such as engineering, science, and
computer graphics, providing a convenient way to interpolate values and analyze data. Overall,
mastering Newton interpolation in Python equips us with a valuable skillset for numerical
analysis and problem-solving tasks.

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