ABSTRACT

Network analysis is based on formulation of the relevant equations and on their solutions. Various approaches are possible. If we wish to get as much theoretical information as possible, we may resort to hand analysis and keep the elements as variables (literal parameters). In such cases, it is an absolute necessity to use a method that leads to the smallest possible number of equations. If we plan to use a computer, then we can accept methods which lead to larger systems, but the methods must be relatively easy to program. The purpose of this chapter is to give an overview of the various possibilities and point out advantages and disadvantages. Many more details are available in Refs. [1,2].