An algorithm for computing the values of the ramification index in the Puiseux series expansions of an algebraic function

David Lee Hilliker

Vol. 118 (1985), No. 2, 427–435

DOI: 10.2140/pjm.1985.118.427

Abstract

A quantitative version of a classical algorithm for computing the values of the ramification index of an algebraic function is developed. In our approach the number of steps required to carry out the calculation can be a priori determined.

Mathematical Subject Classification 2000

Primary: 11S15

Secondary: 30B10

Milestones

Received: 22 May 1984

Revised: 15 October 1984

Published: 1 June 1985