Materials / States of matter Books
Oxford University Press Elements of Phase Transitions and Critical
Book SynopsisAs an introductory account of the theory of phase transitions and critical phenomena, this book reflects lectures given by the authors to graduate students at their departments and is thus classroom-tested to help beginners enter the field. Most parts are written as self-contained units and every new concept or calculation is explained in detail without assuming prior knowledge of the subject. The book significantly enhances and revises a Japanese version which is a bestseller in the Japenese market and is considered a standard textbook in the field. It contains new pedagogical presentations of field theory methods, including a chapter on conformal field theory, and various modern developments hard to find in a single textbook on phase transitions. Exercises are presented as the topics develop, with solutions found at the end of the book, making the usefil for self-teaching, as well as for classroom learning.Trade Review'The strengths of this book are the quality and experience of Nishimori and Ortiz as researchers and teachers. They know well how to explain physical theories and formalisms, and their writings have a very low threshold for the interested and mathematically inclined reader. The book has a very nice selection of topics, ranging from the basics in the theory of classical spin systems, via renormalization group theory and conformal field theory, to duality arguments and disordered systems. Above all, the authors have succeeded brilliantly in conveying the elegance of this particular field of mathematical physics.' * Anthony Coolen, King's College London, UK *"I am convinced that this book will be extremely useful to students. It proposes a rather broad choice of topics, which have been wisely selected. It covers the standard theory of phase transitions without entering too much into the field theoretic technicalities, but insisting on precise examples (like the Kosterlitz-Thouless transition), and conceptual issues. I think that this book is likely to be a very valuable one, the kind of book that will immediately become a classic book, necessary to any graduate student willing to have a good knowledge in statistical physics." * Marc Mézard, Université de Paris Sud, Orsay, France *"This book gives a comprehensive and readable introduction to the most important aspects of the modern theory of critical phenomena. After a thorough discussion of the basic approaches of mean field theory and the renormalization group, more advanced topics, such as conformal field theory and spin glasses, are discussed to a level from which the reader can proceed to more advanced texts. The subject matter is well illustrated by examples and exercises, which makes this an ideal graduate text as well as useful background material for the more casual reader." * John Cardy FRS, University of Oxford, UK *"signigcantly enhances and revises a Japanese version which is a bestseller in the Japanese market and is considered a standard textbook in the field." * Artem Sapozhnikov, Zentralblatt Math *"It is a pleasure to read this book. One can see on almost every page that many years of teaching experience helped the authors during its preparation. The language is beautiful and clear, the figures have a good quality, and the manuscript has been typeset with great care...I warmly recommend the book to anyonw with an interest in the theory of phase transitions and critical phenomena." * Contemporary Physics *Table of Contents1. Phase transitions and critical phenomena ; 2. Mean-field theories ; 3. Renormalization group and scaling ; 4. Implementation of the renormalization group ; 5. Field theory ; 6. Conformal field theory ; 7. Kosterlitz-Thouless transition ; 8. Random systems ; 9. Exact solutions and related topics ; 10. Duality ; 11. Numerical methods ; Appendix: Solutions to exercises
£46.07
Institute of Physics Publishing Transport in Semiconductor Mesoscopic Devices
Book SynopsisThisgraduate textbook introduces the physics and applications of transport inmesoscopic devices and nanoscale electronic systems and devices. This expandedsecond edition is fully updated and contains the latest research in the field,including nano-devices for qubits. Worked examples, problems, solutions andvideos are provided to enhance understanding.
£67.50
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Introduction To Phase Diagrams In Materials
Book Synopsis'… the author uses color drawings in two-dimensions (2D) and three-dimensions (3D) to help the reader better understand what is happening in the phase diagram. Examples of ternary compounds include important alloys such as stainless steels (Fe-Cr-Ni). These illustrations greatly help one to visualize important points described in each diagram and clarifies difficult processes by also including a step-by-step description of key points through the graph … For material scientists and engineers who need to understand phase diagrams, this book can provide you with that basic knowledge that will make you an expert at reading these sometimes very complicated graphs.'IEEE Electrical Insulation MagazinePhase diagrams are a MUST for materials scientists and engineers (MSEs). However, understanding phase diagrams is a difficult task for most MSEs. The audience of this book are young MSEs who start learning phase diagrams and are supposed to become specialists and those who were trained in fields other than materials science and engineering but are involved in research and/or development of materials after they are employed.Ternary phase diagrams presented in Chapter 4 are far more complex than binary phase diagrams. For this reason, ternary phase diagrams are nowadays less and less taught. However, in ceramics and semiconductors ternary phase diagrams become more and more important. Recent software provides necessary information to handle ternary phase diagrams. However, needless to say, without fundamental knowledge of ternary phase diagrams it is impossible to understand ternary phase diagrams correctly. In this book ternary phase diagrams are presented in a completely original way, with many diagrams illustrated in full color.In this book the essence of phase diagrams is presented in a user-friendly manner. This book is expected to be a Bible for MSEs.
£33.25
Oxford University Press Matter
Book SynopsisWhat is matter? Matter is the stuff from which we and all the things in the world are made. Everything around us, from desks, to books, to our own bodies are made of atoms, which are small enough that a million of them can fit across the breadth of a human hair. Inside every atom is a tiny nucleus and orbiting the nucleus is a cloud of electrons. The nucleus is made out of protons and neutrons, and by zooming in further you would find that inside each there are even smaller particles, quarks. Together with electrons, the quarks are the smallest particles that have been seen, and are the indivisible fundamental particles of nature that have existed since the Big Bang, almost 14 billion years ago. The 92 different chemical elements that all normal matter is made from were forged billions of years ago in the Big Bang, inside stars, and in violent stellar explosions. This Very Short Introduction takes us on a journey from the human scale of matter in the familiar everyday forms of solids, liquids, and gases to plasmas, exotic forms of quantum matter, and antimatter. On the largest scales matter is sculpted by gravity into planets, stars, galaxies, and vast clusters of galaxies. All the matter that that we normally encounter however constitutes only 5% of the matter that exists. The remaining 95% comes in two mysterious forms: dark matter, and dark energy. Dark matter is necessary to stop the galaxies from flying apart, and dark energy is needed to explain the observed acceleration of the expansion of the universe. Geoff Cottrell explores the latest research into matter, and shows that there is still a lot we don''t know about the stuff our universe is made of.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Table of ContentsIntroduction 1: What is matter? 2: Atoms 3: Forms of matter 4: Energy, mass, and light 5: The quantum world of the atom 6: Quantum matter 7: The smallest particles 8: The origin of the elements 9: Dark matter and dark energy Further reading Index
£9.49
Oxford University Press Concepts of Materials Science
Book SynopsisThis book provides an expert perspective and a unique insight into the essence of the science of materials, introducing the reader to ten fundamental concepts underpinning the subject. It is suitable for undergraduate and pre-university students of physics, chemistry and mathematics.Trade ReviewThere is no doubt that the intellectual quality of this book is extremely high. This is a book written by a materials scientist at the top of their game - one who has taught the subject as well being a world expert. This is distilled wisdom. * Mark Miodownik, University College London *This is a nicely written book. Great care has been taken to be economical with words, while giving clear explanations using accessible examples. This book appears to be a concise summary of the thinking of the author over several decades of teaching and research in the field. * Andrew Horsfield, Imperial College London *Sutton has succeeded in collecting the principal concepts of materials science into a short book. The content is accessible to students in the physical sciences and is elegantly presented. Sutton's goal to present things in the simplest form does not compromise rigor. * W. Craig Carter, Massachusetts Institute of Technology *Table of Contents1: When is a Material Stable? 2: Phase Diagrams 3: Restless Motion 4: Defects 5: Symmetry 6: Quantum Behaviour 7: Small is Different 8: Collective Behaviour 9: Materials by Design 10: Metamaterials 11: Biological Matter as a Material
£22.79
Oxford University Press Concepts of Materials Science
Book SynopsisThis book provides an expert perspective and a unique insight into the essence of the science of materials, introducing the reader to ten fundamental concepts underpinning the subject. It is suitable for undergraduate and pre-university students of physics, chemistry and mathematics.Trade ReviewThere is no doubt that the intellectual quality of this book is extremely high. This is a book written by a materials scientist at the top of their game - one who has taught the subject as well being a world expert. This is distilled wisdom. * Mark Miodownik, University College London *This is a nicely written book. Great care has been taken to be economical with words, while giving clear explanations using accessible examples. This book appears to be a concise summary of the thinking of the author over several decades of teaching and research in the field. * Andrew Horsfield, Imperial College London *Sutton has succeeded in collecting the principal concepts of materials science into a short book. The content is accessible to students in the physical sciences and is elegantly presented. Sutton's goal to present things in the simplest form does not compromise rigor. * W. Craig Carter, Massachusetts Institute of Technology *Table of Contents1: When is a Material Stable? 2: Phase Diagrams 3: Restless Motion 4: Defects 5: Symmetry 6: Quantum Behaviour 7: Small is Different 8: Collective Behaviour 9: Materials by Design 10: Metamaterials 11: Biological Matter as a Material
£45.59
Oxford University Press Classical and Quantum Parametric Phenomena
Book SynopsisClassical and Quantum Parametric Phenomena provides an overview of the phenomena arising when parametric pumping is applied to oscillators. These phenomena include parametric amplification, noise squeezing, spontaneous symmetry breaking, activated switching, cat states, and synthetic Ising spin lattices. To understand these effects, topics such as nonlinear and stochastic dynamics, coupled systems, and quantum mechanics are introduced. Throughout the book, introductions are kept as succinct as possible and attention is focused on understanding parametric oscillators. As a result, the text helps readers to familiarize themselves with many aspects of parametric systems and understand the common theoretical origin of nanomechanical sensors, optical amplifiers, and superconducting qubits.Parametric phenomena have enabled important scientific breakthroughs over the last decades and are still at the focus of intense research efforts. This book provides a resource for experimental and theoretTrade ReviewIt is a good time to publish this book because the importance of parametric resonators is again growing reflecting the various practical applications. The included Python code is very nice and useful for the students who start to learn the detailed physics behind the theory. * Hiroshi Yamaguchi, NTT Basic Research Laboratories, Kanagawa *The book is timely and will be appreciated by physicists working in different areas from condensed matter physics to quantum information, as well as people working in mechanical and electrical engineering. It will be used not only as a textbook, but also as a reference. * Mark Dykman, Michigan State University *A fantastic addition to the literature. * Guillermo Villanueva, EPF Lausanne *The book contains a cogent discussion of the different subjects in the context of exercises based on numerical Python codes; this will be especially useful for self-teaching. * Christian Brosseau, Optica Fellow and Professor of Physics, Université de Bretagne Occidentale, Brest, France *Table of ContentsIntroduction 0.1: Historical Review 0.2: Present and Future 1 The Harmonic Resonator 1.1: Newton's Equation of Motion 1.2: Response of the Driven Resonator 1.3: Matrix Formulation 1.4: Parametric Modulation 1.5: Floquet Theory 1.6: Summary of Chapter 1 1.7: Exercises for Chapter 1 2 The Duffing Resonator 2.1: The Quartic Potential 2.2: The Cubic Potential 2.3: Summary of Chapter 2 2.4: Exercises for Chapter 2 3 Degenerate Parametric Pumping 3.1: The Nonlinear Parametric Resonator 3.2: Parametric Pumping via Three-Wave Mixing 3.3: Summary of Chapter 3 3.4: Exercises for Chapter 3 4 Dissipation and Force Fluctuations 4.1: The Role of Force Noise 4.2: The Fluctuation-Dissipation Theorem 4.3: The Probability Distribution Approach 4.4: Summary of Chapter 4 4.5: Exercises for Chapter 4 5 Parametric Resonators with Force Noise 5.1: Multistability and Quasi-Stable Solutions 5.2: Parametric Amplification Below Threshold 5.3: Parametric Pumping Above Threshold 5.4: Hierarchy of Relevant Timescales 5.5: Summary of Chapter 5 5.6: Exercises for Chapter 5 6 Coupled Harmonic Resonators 6.1: Static Coupling 6.2: Nondegenerate Three-Wave Mixing 6.3: Alternative Types of Coupling 6.4: Summary of Chapter 6 6.5: Exercises for Chapter 6 7 Coupled Parametric Oscillators 7.1: Equations for N Coupled Parametric Oscillators 7.2: Examples for N = 2 7.3: Networks with N > 2 7.4: Summary of Chapter 7 7.5: Exercises for Chapter 7 8 The Quantum Harmonic Oscillator 8.1: From Classical to Quantum Fluctuations 8.2: From First to Second Quantization 8.3: Quantum State Representations 8.4: Summary of Chapter 8 8.5: Exercises for Chapter 8 9 From Closed to Open Quantum Systems 9.1: Coupling to a Thermal Environment 9.2: The Driven Quantum Resonator 9.3: Summary of Chapter 9 9.4: Exercises for Chapter 9 10 The Quantum Parametric Oscillator 10.1: General Hamiltonian 10.2: Quantum Parametric Phenomena 10.3: Coupled Quantum Parametric Oscillators 10.4: Summary of Chapter 10 10.5: Exercises for Chapter 10 11 Experimental Systems 11.1: Mechanical Resonator Example 11.2: Electrical Resonator Example 11.3: Optical Resonator Example 11.4: Rescaling of the Numerical Values 11.5: Summary of Chapter 11 11.6: Exercises for Chapter 11 List of Important Symbols
£42.75
Oxford University Press A Course on Plasticity Theory 7 Oxford Series on
Book SynopsisThis book seeks to strengthen the foundations of continuum plasticity theory, emphasizing a unifying perspective grounded in the fundamental notion of material symmetry.Trade ReviewA very-well conceived book on plasticity theory, with the accent on its fundamentals regarding physical aspects of the subject and its mathematical treatment in the framework of modern continuum mechanics. I strongly and enthusiastically recommend the book. * Vlado A. Lubarda, University of California, San Diego *Any student in mechanics who wants to understand the subject in a concise and effective way will find this book extremely useful. It will become a fundamental textbook in the following decades. * Francesco Dell'Isola, Università dell'Aquila, Italy *Table of Contents1: Preliminaries 2: Brief resumé of nonlinear elasticity theory 3: A primer on tensor analysis in three-dimensional space 4: Deformation and stress in convected coordinates 5: Elastic and plastic deformations 6: Energy, stress, dissipation and plastic evolution 7: Isotropy 8: Small-deformation theory 9: Strain hardening, rate sensitivity and gradient plasticity Solutions to selected problems
£67.45
Oxford University Press Theory of Itinerant Electron Magnetism 172
Book SynopsisThe book, in the broadest sense, is an application of quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics to the field of magnetism. It can be used for parts of a specialized course on material properties or solid-state physics and magnetism.Trade ReviewI highly endorse this second edition. The additional topics put it at the very cutting edge. It should be well received. * S. D. Bader, Argonne National Laboratory *This second edition is well overdue. There is a clear potential demand for the proposed revision, and the proposed content is appropriate and well structured. * David Cardwell, University of Cambridge *Table of ContentsIntroduction 1.1: Basic Facts 1.2: Itinerant electrons 1.3: How to proceed Density-Functional Theory 2.1: Born-Oppenheimer approximation 2.2: Hartree-Fock approximation 2.3: Density-functional theory 2.4: The electron spin: Dirac theory 2.5: Spin-density-functional theory 2.6: The local-density approximation (LDA) 2.7: Nonuniformly magnetized systems 2.8: The generalized gradient approximation (GGA) Energy-Band Theory 3.1: Bloch's theorem 3.2: Plane waves, orthogonalized plane waves and Pseudopotentials 3.3: Augmented plane waves and Green's functions 3.4: Linear methods Electronic Structure and Magnetism 4.1: Introduction and simple concepts 4.2: The magnetic susceptibility 4.3: Elementary magnetic metals 4.4: Magnetic compounds 4.5: Multilayers 4.6: Relativistic eects 4.7: Berry Phase effects in solids 4.8: Weyl Fermions 4.9: Real-case Weyl Fermions Magnetism at Finite Temperatures 5.1: Density-functional theory at T > 0 5.2: Adiabatic spin dynamics 5.3: Mean-field theories 5.4: Spin uctuations 5.5: Magnetic Skyrmions 5.6: High-temperature approaches References
£140.32
Oxford University Press Handbook of Radiation Effects
Book SynopsisThis revised second edition of a popular handbook for engineers describes the important relationship between high-energy radiation environments, electronic device physics and materials. It is a straightforward account of the problems which arise when high-energy radiation bombards matter and of engineering methods for solving those problems.Radiation effects are a problem encountered in the use of highly engineered materials such as semiconductors, optics and polymers. The finely-tuned properties of these materials may change drastically when exposed to a radiation environment such as a beam of X-rays or electrons, the space environment or the ''hadrons'' in CERN''s new collider. All of these environments and several more are described. At the core of this book is a discussion of the impact of these environments on the devices used in computing, data processing and communication.While unashamedly oriented to the engineer-designer and manager, with descriptions in a highly readable form, there is no compromise in physical accuracy when describing high-energy radiation and the effects it produces, such as electronic failure, coloration and the decay of strength. A great breadth of technical data, such as may be needed to make quick decisions, is presented with literature references and a compendium of web-sites which have been tested and used by the authors.Trade Review... contains a lot of valuable material and is not only a handbook, but also an excellent textbook. * CERN Courier *... enriched with many references to useful websites, including databases. * CERN Courier *The book establishes both Holmes-Siedle and Adams as two of the most fertile and fruitful research scholars working in the field of radiation environments. * Current Engineering Practice *Holmes-Siedle and Adams' engrossing handbook is probably the most readable, ambitious and intelligent work on radiation effects yet published, that also stands out as a comprehensive guide to the literature, both printed and on-line. At the same time, it is technically accurate but accessible to practitioners as well as researchers ... a most commendable book. * Current Engineering Practice *Table of Contents1. Radiation, physics and measurement ; 2. Radiation environments (including human risks from the terrestrial environment) ; 3. Response of materials and devices to radiation ; 4. Metal-oxide-semiconductor (MOS) devices ; 5. Bipolar transistors and integrated circuits ; 6. Diodes, solar cells, optoelectronics ; 7. Power semiconductors ; 8. Optical media ; 9. Microelectronics, sensors, MEMs, passives, and other components ; 10. Polymers and other organics ; 11. The interaction of radiation with shielding materials ; 12. Computer methods for particle transport ; 13. Radiation testing ; 14. Radiation-hardening of semiconductor parts ; 15. Equipment hardening and hardness assurance ; APPENDICES ; A. Useful general and geophysical data ; B. Radiation quantities ; C. Useful data on materials used in electronic equipment ; D. Bibliography of dosimeter research ; E. Dose-depth curves for typical Earth orbits, calculated by ESA's Space Environment Information System (SPENVIS) software ; F. Degradation in polymers in ionizing radiation ; G. Useful websites
£195.75
Oxford University Press ManyBody Quantum Theory in Condensed Matter Physics
Book SynopsisThe book is an introduction to quantum field theory applied to condensed matter physics. The topics cover modern applications in electron systems and electronic properties of mesoscopic systems and nanosystems. The textbook is developed for a graduate or advanced undergraduate course with exercises which aim at giving students the ability to confront real problems.Trade Review... well-designed for its target audience, [...] a well-written manuscript with a good selection of topics. * Derek Lee, Imperial College London *Table of Contents1. First and second quantization ; 2. The electron gas ; 3. Phonons: coupling to electrons ; 4. Mean field theory ; 5. Time evolution pictures ; 6. Linear response theory ; 7. Transport in mesoscopic systems ; 8. Green's functions ; 9. Equation of motion theory ; 10. Transport in interacting mesoscopic systems ; 11. Imaginary time Green's functions ; 12. Feynman diagrams and external potentials ; 13. Feynman diagrams and pair interactions ; 14. The interacting electron gas ; 15. Fermi liquid theory ; 16. Impurity scattering and conductivity ; 17. Green's functions and phonons ; 18. Superconductivity ; 19. 1D electron gases and Luttinger liquids ; A. Fourier transformations ; B. Exercises ; C. Index
£80.75
Oxford University Press Atomic Force Microscopy
Book SynopsisAtomic force microscopy (AFM) is an amazing technique that allies a versatile methodology (that allows measurement of samples in liquid, vacuum or air) to imaging with unprecedented resolution. But it goes one step further than conventional microscopic techniques; it allows us to make measurements of magnetic, electrical or mechanical properties of the widest possible range of samples, with nanometre resolution.This book will demystify AFM for the reader, making it easy to understand, and to use. It is written by authors who together have more than 30 years experience in the design, construction, and use of AFMs and will explain why the microscopes are made the way they are, how they should be used, what data they can produce, and what can be done with the data. Illustrative examples from the physical sciences, materials science, life sciences, nanotechnology and industry demonstrate the different capabilities of the technique.Trade ReviewAtomic Force Microscopy is a great introduction to AFMs for beginners and, although light on theory, also serves as a good starting point for more serious users. * Udo D. Schwarz, Physics Today *There is definitely room for a general book on AFM which concentrates on how to get the most from the instrument and teaches the beginner/moderately experienced user the 'tricks of the trade'. * Jamie Hobbs, Sheffield University, UK *Atomic Force Microscopy is the manual that should accompany any Atomic Force Microscope. * Othmar Marti, University of Ulm, Germany *I recommend this book to any reader who wants to enter the world of force microscopy. This book is easy to read, entertaining, with a practical approach. * Carmen Serra, Nanotechnology and Surface Analysis Service, University of Vigo, Spain *Table of Contents1: Introduction 2: Instrumental Aspects of AFM 3: AFM Modes 4: Measuring AFM Images 5: Image Processing in AFM 6: Image Artifacts in AFM 7: Applications of AFM Appendix 1: AFM Standards and Calibration Specimens Appendix 2: AFM Software
£48.99
Oxford University Press A Mind Over Matter
Book SynopsisA Mind Over Matter is a biography of the Nobel-prize winner Philip W. Anderson, a person widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and influential physicists of the second half of the twentieth century. Anderson (1923-2020) was a theoretician who specialized in the physics of matter, including window glass and metals, magnets and semiconductors, liquid crystals and superconductors. More than any other single person, Anderson transformed the patchwork subject of solid-state physics into the deep, subtle, and coherent discipline known today as condensed matter physics. Among his many world-class research achievements, Anderson discovered an aspect of wave physics that had been missed by all previous scientists going back to Isaac Newton. He became a public figure when he testified before Congress to oppose its funding of an expensive project intended exclusively for particle physics research. Over the years, he published many articles designed to influence a broad audience about issues where science impacted public policy and culture. Anderson grew up in the American mid-west, was educated at Harvard, and rose to the pinnacle of his profession during the first decade of his thirty-five career as a theoretical physicist at Bell Telephone Laboratories. Almost uniquely, he spent many years working half-time as a professor at the University of Cambridge and at Princeton University. The outspoken Anderson enjoyed broad influence outside of physics when he helped develop and champion the concepts of emergence and complexity as organizing principles to help attack very difficult problems in technically challenging disciplines.Trade ReviewA Mind Over Matter is an important book of interest not only to physicists but also to many historians and philosophers of science. Apart from providing a comprehensive review of Anderson's life and science. * Helge Kragh, Metascience *A lucid biography of one of the great twentieth-century scientists, and also a skeleton-key for readers interested in the physics of complex systems. * David Kordahl, 3 Quarks Daily *Zangwill's well-written and engaging A Mind Over Matter is an important book of interest not only to physicists but also to many historians and philosophers of science. * Helge Kragh, Metascience *Zangwill has done an admirable job in capturing the character of Anderson, accurately depicting his flaws as well as his enormous strengths. Moreover, the book is very well written [...]. It should clearly be of great interest to anyone who has done research in the area of condensed matter physics, or has seriously studied that subject. But it should also be of interest to many others, including people with a broad interest in the history of science and the evolution of physics in the second half of the twentieth century. * Bertrand Halperin, Harvard University *The book is great, extremely interesting and well written. It should appeal to thinking scientists and academics quite widely, and it captures the spirit of a leading figure in theoretical physics. In particular I like the discussion of Anderson's 'style' of doing theoretical physics in line with his whole ethos and what he thinks science is about. * Volker Heine, Cambridge University *Well-researched, nicely balanced and refreshingly non-hagiographic. * Anthony Leggett, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign *Table of ContentsPrologue 1: Introduction 2: Son of the Heartland 3: Making Waves 4: First Fruits 5: A Solid Beginning 6: Breaking Symmetry 7: Disorderly Conduct 8: Law in Disorder 9: The Love of His Life 10: The Cantabrigian 11: Hidden Moments 12: From Emergence to Complexity 13: The Pope of Condensed Matter 14: The Problem of a Lifetime 15: Four Facts about Science 16: Conclusion Acknowledgments
£31.34
Oxford University Press Topological Quantum
Book SynopsisAt the intersection of physics, mathematics, and computer science, an exciting new field of study has formed, known as Topological Quantum. This research field examines the deep connections between the theory of knots, special types of subatomic particles known as anyons, certain phases of matter, and quantum computation. This book elucidates this nexus, drawing in topics ranging from quantum gravity to topology to experimental condensed matter physics. Topological quantum has increasingly been a focus point in the fields of condensed matter physics and quantum information over the last few decades, and the forefront of research now builds on the basic ideas presented in this book. The material is presented in a down-to-earth and entertaining way that is far less abstract than most of what is in the literature. While introducing the crucial concepts and placing them in context, the subject is presented without resort to the highly mathematical category theory that underlies the field. Trade ReviewExtremely timely, well structured and engaging, exposing both the mathematical beauty of the subject and its deep connections to physics. * Kirill Shtengel, University of California, Riverside *This text is nothing short of a triumph. * Kymani Armstrong-Williams, Physics Book Reviews *
£61.75
Oxford University Press Physics of Elasticity and Crystal Defects
Book SynopsisProperties of crystalline materials are almost always governed by the defects within them. The ability to shape metals and alloys into girders, furniture, automobiles and medical prostheses stems from the generation, motion and interaction of these defects. Crystal defects are also the agents of chemical changes within crystals, enabling mass transport by diffusion and changes of phase. The distortion of the crystal created by a defect enables it to interact with other defects over distances much greater than the atomic scale. The theory of elasticity is used to describe these interactions.Physics of Elasticity and Crystal Defects, 2nd Edition is an introduction to the theory of elasticity and its application to point defects, dislocations, grain boundaries, inclusions, and cracks. A unique feature of the book is the treatment of the relationship between the atomic structures of defects and their elastic fields. Another unique feature is the last chapter which describes five technologi
£61.75
Oxford University Press Electrical Properties of Materials
Book SynopsisThe electrical properties of materials are fundamental to many devices encountered in daily life and in today''s industry, ranging from the semiconductors used in microelectronics to the dielectric materials in liquid crystal displays, the magnetic materials in the motors of electric cars and the superconducting materials in MRI scanners. All stem from the response of electrons to electric and magnetic fields. This book explains the phenomena, reviews the best materials, and presents the most relevant applications. The behaviour of electrons in atoms, liquids, solids, and periodic crystals is described, and the possibilities of new artificial materials are discussed. In themselves, electrons are intriguing, sometimes displaying particle-type and other times wave-type behaviour. Full understanding of wave properties requires quantum mechanics, often seen as a barrier due to the unfamiliarity of the concepts involved and the complexity of the mathematical apparatus needed. A key aim is t
£42.74
Oxford University Press Optically Polarized Atoms
Book SynopsisThis book is addressed at upper-level undergraduate and graduate students involved in research in atomic, molecular, and optical Physics. It will also be useful to researchers practising in this field. It gives an intuitive, yet sufficiently detailed and rigorous introduction to light-atom interactions with a particular emphasis on the symmetry aspects of the interaction, especially those associated with the angular momentum of atoms and light. The book will enable readers to carry out practical calculations on their own, and is richly illustrated with examples drawn from current research topics, such as resonant nonlinear magneto-optical effects. The book comes with a software package for a variety of atomic-physics calculations and further interactive examples that is freely downloadable from the book''s web page, as well as additional materials (such as power-point presentations) available to instructors who adopt the text for their courses.Trade ReviewI highly recommend Optically Polarized Atoms and will probably use it next time I teach my graduate course. [...] The book is specifically intended for use in a one-semester course in which the symmetry and angular-momentum aspects of atomic structure and laser-atom interactions are central. [...] The level of detail and the clarity of explanations are admirable. * Daniel F.V. James, Physics Today *The recently published book "Optically Polarized Atoms" by Marcis Auzinsh, Dmitry Budker and Simon M. Rochester will be a unique and valuable addition to the library of anyone -- students or established researchers[...]It provides a rich mine of information about atomic physics that is hard to find elsewhere. I intend to keep a copy on my shelf of favorite physics books. * William Happer, Princeton University *Table of ContentsI: INTRODUCTION TO LIGHT-ATOM INTERACTIONS ; 1. Introduction ; 2. Atomic States ; 3. A bit of angular-momentum theory ; 4. Atoms in external electric and magnetic fields ; 5. Polarized atoms ; 6. Polarized light ; 7. Atomic transitions ; 8. Coherence in atomic systems ; 9. Optical pumping ; 10. Light-atom interaction observed in transmitted light ; II: ADVANCED TOPICS ; 11. Nonlinear magneto-optical rotation ; 12. Perturbative analysis of light-atom interactions ; 13. Polarization effects in transitions with partially resolved hyperfine structure ; 14. The effect of hyperfine splitting on nonlinear magneto-optical rotation ; 15. Spectral properties of excitation light; ground-state coherence effects revisited ; 16. Collapse and revival in quantum beats ; 17. Nuclear quadrupole resonance and alignment-to-orientation conversion ; 18. Selective addressing of high-rank polarization moments ; 19. Tensor structure of the DC- and AC-Stark polarizabilities ; 20. Photoionization of polarized atoms with polarized light ; Appendix A Constants, units and notations ; Appendix B Units of energy, frequency and wavelength ; Appendix C Reference data for hydrogen and the alkali atoms ; Appendix D Nonlinear magneto-optical rotation with hyperfine structure ; Appendix E The Atomic Density Matrix software package
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Oxford University Press Physics of SpinOrbitCoupled Oxides
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Taylor & Francis Inc Lectures On Phase Transitions And The
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John Wiley & Sons Inc Advances in Liquid Crystals
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Cambridge University Press Direct Numerical Simulations of GasLiquid Multiphase Flows
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Cambridge University Press Nucleation of Particles from the Gas Phase
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Royal Society of Chemistry Rheology for Chemists
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This book is a valuable resource for practitioners working in the field, and offers a comprehensive introduction for graduate and post graduates. ... well-suited for self-study by research workers and technologists, who, confronted with technical problems in this area, would like a straightforward introduction to the subject of rheology. Chemical Educator, ... full of valuable insights and up-to-date information. Chemistry WorldTrade Review...describers methods used in rheological analysis, with particular reference to the temporal behaviour and microstructural aspects of materials. The book also introduces the relatively new areas of soft matter and complex fluid research and discusses system dimensions and developments in the instrumentation market. It is aimed at practitioners working in the field as well as graduate and undergraduate students... -- Food Science and Technology Abstracts, Volume 40 (6) 2008 Food Science and Technology "The book is a very useful addition to the corpus of rheology.." -- Chemistry and Industry Chemistry and IndustryTable of ContentsContents: Chapter 1: Introduction; 1.1 Definitions; 1.1.1 Stress and Strain; 1.1.2 Rate of Strain and Flow; 1.2 Simple Constitutive Equations; 1.2.1 Linear and Non-linear Behaviour; 1.2.2 Using Constitutive Equations; 1.3 Dimensionless Groups; 1.3.1 The Deborah Number; 1.3.2 The PÚclet Number; 1.3.3 The Reduced Stress; 1.3.4 The Taylor Number, NTa; 1.3.5 The Reynolds Number, NRe; 1.4 Macromolecular and Colloidal Systems; 1.5 References; Chapter 2: Elasticity: High Deborah Number Measurements; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 The Liquid-Solid Transition; 2.2.1 Bulk Elasticity; 2.2.2 Wave Propagation; 2.3 Crystalline Solids At Large Strains; 2.3.1 Lattice Defects; 2.4 Macromolecular Solids; 2.4.1 Polymers - An Introduction; 2.4.2 Chain Conformation; 2.4.3 Polymer Crystallinity; 2.4.4 Crosslinked Elastomers; 2.4.5 Self-associating Polymers; 2.4.6 Non-interactive Fillers; 2.4.7 Interactive Fillers; 2.4.8 Summary of Polymeric Systems; 2.5 Colloidal Gels; 2.5.1 Interactions Between Colloidal Particles; 2.5.2 London - van der Waals' Interactions; 2.5.3 Depletion Interactions; 2.5.4 Electrostatic Repulsion; 2.5.5 Steric Repulsion; 2.5.6 Electrosteric Interactions; 2.6 References; Chapter 3: Viscosity: Low Deborah Number Measurements; 3.1 Initial Considerations; 3.2 Viscometric Measurement; 3.2.1 The Cone and Plate; 3.2.2 The Couette or Concentric Cylinder; 3.3 The Molecular Origins on Viscosity; 3.3.1 The Flow of Gases; 3.3.2 The Flow of Liquids; 3.3.3 Density and Phase Changes; 3.3.4 Free Volume Model of Liquid Flow; 3.3.5 Activation energy Models; 3.4 Superfluids; 3.5 Macromolecular Fluids; 3.5.1 Colloidal Dispersions; 3.5.2 Dilute Dispersions of Spheres; 3.5.3 Concentrated Dispersions of Spheres; 3.5.4 Shear Thickening Behaviour in Dense Suspensions; 3.5.5 Charge Stabilised Dispersions; 3.5.6 Dilute Polymer Solutions; 3.5.7 Surfactant Solutions; 3.6 References; Chapter 4: Linear Viscoelasticity I Phenomenological Approach; 4.1 Viscoelasticity; 4.2 Length and Timescales; 4.3 Mechanical Spectroscopy; 4.4 Linear Viscoelasticity; 4.4.1 Mechanical Analogues; 4.4.2 Relaxation Derived as an Analogue to 1 st Order Chemical Kinetics; 4.4.1 Oscillation Response; 4.4.2 Multiple Processes; 4.4.3 A Spectral Approach To Linear Viscoelastic Theory; 4.5 Linear Viscoelastic Experiments; 4.4.1 Relaxation; 4.4.2 Stress Growth; 4.4.3 Antthixotropic Response; 4.4.4 Creep and Recovery; 4.4.5 Strain Oscillation; 4.4.6 Stress Oscillation; 4.6 Interrelationships Between the Measurements and the Spectra; 4.6.1 The Relationship Between Compliance and Modulus; 4.6.1 Retardation and Relaxation Spectrum; 4.6.2 The Relaxation Function and the Storage and Loss Moduli; 4.6.3 Creep and Relaxation Interrelations; 4.7 Applications to the Models; 4.8 Microstructural Influences on the Kernel; 4.8.1 The Extended Exponential; 4.8.2 Power law or the Gel Equation; 4.8.3 Exact Inversions from the Relaxation or Retardation Spectrum; 4.9 Non-shearing Fields and Extension; 4.10 References; Chapter 5: Linear Viscoelasticity II. Microstructural Approach; 5.1 Intermediate Deborah Numbers; 5.2 Hard Spheres and Atomic Fluids; 5.3 Quasi-hard Spheres; 5.3.1 Quasi-hard Sphere Phase Diagrams; 5.3.2 Quasi-hard Sphere Viscoelasticity and Viscosity; 5.4 Weakly Attractive Systems; 5.5 Charge Repulsion Systems; 5.6 Simple Homopolymer systems; 5.6.1 Phase Behaviour and the Chain Overlap in Good Solvents; 5.6.2 Dilute Solution Polymers; 5.6.3 Undiluted and Concentrated Non-entangled Polymers; 5.6.4 Entanglement coupling; 5.6.5 Reptation and Linear Viscoelasticity; 5.7 Polymer Network Structure; 5.7.1 The Formation of Gels; 5.7.2 Chemical Networks; 5.7.3 Physical Networks; 5.8 References; Chapter 6: Non-Linear Responses; 6.1 Introduction; 6.2 The Phenomenological Approach; 6.2.1 Flow Curve4s; Definitions and Equations; 6.2.2 Time Dependence in Flow and The Boltzmann Superposition Principle; 6.2.3 Yield Stress Sedimentation and Linearity; 6.3 The Microstructural Approach - Particles; 6.2.1 Flow in Hard Sphere Systems; 6.2.2 The Addition of a Surface Layer; 6.2.3 Aggregation and Dispersion in Shear; 6.2.4 Weakly Flocculated Dispersions; 6.2.5 Strongly Aggregated and Coagulated Systems; 6.2.6 Long Range Repulsive Systems; 6.2.7 Rod-like Particles; 6.4 The Microstructural Approach - Polymers; 6.4.1 The Role of Entanglements in Non-linear Viscoelasticity; 6.4.2 Entanglements of Solution Homopolymers; 6.4.3 The Reptation Approach; 6.5 Novel Applications; 6.5.1 Extension and Complex Flows; 6.5.2 Uniaxial Compression Modulus; 6.5.3 Deformable Particles; 6.5 References; Subject Index;
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