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Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Advanced Mathematical Methods for Scientists and
Book SynopsisI Fundamentals.- 1 Ordinary Differential Equations.- 2 Difference Equations.- II Local Analysis.- 3 Approximate Solution of Linear Differential Equations.- 4 Approximate Solution of Nonlinear Differential Equations.- 5 Approximate Solution of Difference Equations.- 6 Asymptotic Expansion of Integrals.- III Perturbation Methods.- 7 Perturbation Series.- 8 Summation of Series.- IV Global Analysis.- 9 Boundary Layer Theory.- 10 WKB Theory.- 11 Multiple-Scale Analysis.Trade Review"This book is a reprint of the original published by McGraw-Hill \ref [MR0538168 (80d:00030)]. The only changes are the addition of the Roman numeral I to the title and the provision of a subtitle, "Asymptotic methods and perturbation theory". This latter improvement is much needed, as the original title suggested that this was a teaching book for undergraduate scientists and engineers. It is not, but is an excellent introduction to asymptotic and perturbation methods for master's degree students or beginning research students. Certain parts of it could be used for a course in asymptotics for final year undergraduates in applied mathematics or mathematical physics. This is a book that has stood the test of time and I cannot but endorse the remarks of the original reviewer. It is written in a fresh and lively style and the many graphs and tables, comparing the results of exact and approximate methods, were in advance of its time. I have owned a copy of the original for over twenty years, using it on a regular basis, and, after the original had gone out of print, lending it to my research students. Springer-Verlag has done a great service to users of, and researchers in, asymptotics and perturbation theory by reprinting this classic." (A.D. Wood, Mathematical Reviews) Table of ContentsI Preface. 1 Ordinary Differential Equations. 2 Difference Equations. 3 Approximate Solution of Linear Differential Equations. 4 Approximate Solution of Nonlinear Equations. 5 Approximate Solution of Difference Equations. 6 Asymptotic Expansion of Integrals. 7 Perturbation Series. 8 Summation of Series. 9 Boundary Layer Theory. 10 WKB Theory. 11 Multiple Scales Analysis. Appendix, References, Index
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Equations of Mathematical Diffraction Theory 06
Book SynopsisEquations of Mathematical Diffraction Theory focuses on the comparative analysis and development of efficient analytical methods for solving equations of mathematical diffraction theory. Following an overview of some general properties of integral and differential operators in the context of the linear theory of diffraction processes, the authors provide estimates of the operator norms for various ranges of the wave number variation, and then examine the spectral properties of these operators. They also present a new analytical method for constructing asymptotic solutions of boundary integral equations in mathematical diffraction theory for the high-frequency case.Clearly demonstrating the close connection between heuristic and rigorous methods in mathematical diffraction theory, this valuable book provides you with the differential and integral equations that can easily be used in practical applications.Table of ContentsSome Preliminaries from Analysis and the Theory of Wave Processes. Integral Equations of Diffraction Theory for Obstacles in Unbounded Medium. Wave Fields in a Layer of Constant Thickness. Analytical Methods for Simply Connected Bounded Domains. Integral Equations in Diffraction by Linear Obstacles. Short-Wave Asymptotic Methods on the Basis of Multiple Integrals. Inverse Problems of the Short-Wave Diffraction. Ill-Posed Equations of Inverse Diffraction Problems for Arbitrary Boundary. Numerical Methods for Irregular Operator Equations.
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Dover Publications Inc. The Green Function Method in Statistical
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Cambridge University Press A Students Guide to Fourier Transforms With Applications in Physics and Engineering Students Guides
Book SynopsisFourier transform theory is of central importance in a vast range of applications in physical science, engineering and applied mathematics. Providing a concise introduction to the theory and practice of Fourier transforms, this book is invaluable to students of physics, electrical and electronic engineering, and computer science. After a brief description of the basic ideas and theorems, the power of the technique is illustrated through applications in optics, spectroscopy, electronics and telecommunications. The rarely discussed but important field of multi-dimensional Fourier theory is covered, including a description of Computer Axial Tomography (CAT scanning). The book concludes by discussing digital methods, with particular attention to the Fast Fourier Transform and its implementation. This new edition has been revised to include new and interesting material, such as convolution with a sinusoid, coherence, the Michelson stellar interferometer and the van CittertâZernike theorem, Trade ReviewFrom previous editions: 'It is the wide range of topics that makes this book so appealing … I highly recommend this book for the advanced student … Even the expert who wants a deeper appreciation of the Fourier transform will find the book useful.' Computers in Physics'… this is an excellent book to initiate students who possess a reasonable mathematical background to the use of Fourier transforms …' Microscopy and AnalysisTable of Contents1. Physics and Fourier transforms; 2. Useful properties and theorems; 3. Applications 1: Fraunhofer diffraction; 4. Applications 2: signal analysis and communication theory; 5. Applications 3: spectroscopy and spectral line shapes; 6. Two-dimensional Fourier transforms; 7. Multi-dimensional Fourier transforms; 8. The formal complex Fourier transform; 9. Discrete and digital Fourier transforms; 10. Appendix; 11. Bibliography; 12. Index.
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Cambridge University Press Stochastic Processes for Physicists Understanding Noisy Systems
Book SynopsisThis textbook is an accessible introduction to stochastic processes and their applications, as well as methods for numerical simulation, for graduate students and researchers in physics. It includes coverage of the more exotic Levy processes, and a concise account of numerical methods for simulating stochastic systems driven by Gaussian noise.Trade Review'Jacobs is an enthusiastic, clear, and concise writer. He presents each theory by means of heuristic arguments and calculations.' Cosma Shalizi, Physics Today'I think this book is a very nice introduction to the subject of stochastic processes.' Zentralblatt MATHTable of Contents1. A review of probability theory; 2. Differential equations; 3. Stochastic equations with Gaussian noise; 4. Further properties of stochastic processes; 5. Some applications of Gaussian noise; 6. Numerical methods for Gaussian noise; 7. Fokker–Planck equations and reaction-diffusion systems; 8. Jump processes; 9. Levy processes; 10. Modern probability theory; Appendix; References; Index.
£45.99
Cambridge University Press Gravity and Strings
Book SynopsisSelf-contained, comprehensive, and consistent, this definitive new edition is a unique resource for graduate students and researchers in theoretical physics. This second edition contains over 300 pages of new material, covers an extensive array of topics, and is accompanied by an exhaustive index and bibliography. An exceptional reference work.Table of Contents1. Differential geometry; 2. Symmetries and Noether's theorems; 3. A perturbative introduction to general relativity; 4. Action principles for gravity; 5. Pure N=1,2,d=4 supergravities; 6. Matter-coupled N=1,d=4 supergravity; 7. Matter-coupled N=2,d=4 supergravity; 8. A generic description of all the N>2,d=4 SUEGRAS; 9. Matter-coupled N=1,d=5 supergravity; 10. Conserved charges in general relativity; 11. The Schwarzschild black hole; 12. The Reissner–Nordström black hole; 13. The Taub–NUT solution; 14. Gravitational pp-waves; 15. The Kaluza–Klein black hole; 16. Dilaton and dilaton/axion black holes; 17. Unbroken supersymmetry I: supersymmetric vacua; 18. Unbroken supersymmetry II: partially supersymmetric solutions; 19. Supersymmetric black holes from supergravity; 20. String theory; 21. The string effective action and T duality; 22. From eleven to four dimensions; 23. The type-IIB superstring and type-II T duality; 24. Extended objects; 25. The extended objects of string theory; 26. String black holes in four and five dimensions; 27. The FGK formalism for (single, static) black holes and branes; Appendices: A.1 Lie groups, symmetric spaces, and Yang–Mills fields; A.2 The irreducible, non-symmetric Riemannian spaces of special holonomy; A.3 Miscellanea on the symplectic group; A.4 Gamma matrices and spinors; A.5 Kähler geometry; A.6 Special Kähler geometry; A.7 Quaternionic-Kähler geometry.
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Cambridge University Press From Spinors to Supersymmetry
Book SynopsisThis textbook provides a comprehensive and pedagogical introduction to supersymmetry and other aspects of particle physics at the high-energy frontier. Aimed at graduate students and researchers, it also discusses concepts of physics beyond the Standard Model, including extended Higgs sectors, grand unification, and the origin of neutrino masses.Table of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements; Acronyms and abbreviations; Part I. Spin-1/2 Fermions in Quantum Field Theory, the Standard Model, and Beyond: 1. Two-component formalism for spin-1/2 fermions; 2. Feynman rules for spin-1/2 fermions; 3. From two-component to four-component spinors; 4. Gauge theories and the standard model; 5. Anomalies; 6. Extending the standard model; Part II. Constructing Supersymmetric Theories: 7. Introduction to supersymmetry; 8. Supersymmetric Lagrangians; 9. The supersymmetric algebra; 10. Superfields; 11. Radiative corrections in supersymmetry; 12. Spontaneous supersymmetry breaking; Part III. Realistic Supersymmetric Models: 13. The Minimal Supersymmetric Standard Model; 14. Realizations of supersymmetry breaking; 15. Supersymmetric phenomenology; 16. Beyond the MSSM; Part IV. Sample Calculations in the Standard Model and Its Supersymmetric Extension: 17. Practical calculations involving two-component fermions; 18. Tree-level supersymmetric processes; 19. One-loop calculations; Part V. The Appendices: Appendix A. Notations and conventions; Appendix B. Compendium of sigma matrix and Fierz identities; Appendix C. Behavior of fermion bilinears under C, P, T; Appendix D. Kinematics and phase space; Appendix E. The spin-1/2 and spin-1 wave functions; Appendix F. The spinor helicity method; Appendix G. Matrix decompositions for fermion mass diagonalization; Appendix H. Lie group and algebra techniques for gauge theories; Appendix I. Interaction vertices of the SM and its seesaw extension; Appendix J. MSSM and RPV fermion interaction vertices; Appendix K. Integrals arising in one-loop calculations; Bibliography; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetime Quantized Fields and Gravity Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics
Book SynopsisSuitable for graduate students, this book presents detailed derivations of cosmological and black hole processes in which curved spacetime plays a key role. It explains how such processes in the early universe leave observable consequences today, and how these processes uncover deep connections between gravitation and elementary particles.Trade Review"While readers of Birrel and Davies will certainly like this new book, newcomers and students will appreciate the breadth and the style of a treatise written by two well known scientists who have dedicated their lives to the understanding of the treatment of quantum fields in a fixed gravitational background." Massimo Giovannini, CERN Courier"This is an interesting book which contains a lot of material about an important topic of theoretical physics." Michael Keyl, Mathematical ReviewsTable of ContentsPreface; Conventions and notation; 1. Quantum fields in Minkowski spacetime; 2. Basics of quantum fields in curved spacetimes; 3. Expectation values quadratic in fields; 4. Particle creation by black holes; 5. The one-loop effective action; 6. The effective action: non-gauge theories; 7. The effective action: gauge theories; Appendixes; References; Index.
£76.94
Cambridge University Press Supersymmetry in Particle Physics An Elementary Introduction
Book SynopsisIntended for graduates and researchers, this textbook, first published in 2007, provides a simple introduction to supersymmetry. This elementary, practical treatment places emphasis on physical understanding, and detailed derivations. Many short exercises are included, making for a valuable and accessible self-study tool.Trade Review'Any student or practising physicist who wants to learn about the phenomenological implications of TeV-scale supersymmetry without spending the time to master the more mathematical approaches to the subject would do well to acquire a copy of Supersymmetry in Particle Physics. It is a unique text that has value both on its own accord and as a supplement to larger and more comprehensive texts. This is indeed entry-level supersymmetry in its best and most practical sense.' Physics TodayTable of Contents1. Introduction and motivation; 2. Spinors: Weyl, Dirac and Majorana; 3. A simple supersymmetric Lagrangian, and a first glance at the MSSM; 4. The supersymmetry algebra and supermultiplets; 5. The Wess-Zumino model; 6. Superfields; 7. Vector (or gauge) supermultiplets; 8. The MSSM; 9. SUSY breaking; 10. The Higgs sector and electroweak symmetry breaking in the MSSM; 11. Sparticle masses in the MSSM; 12. Some simple tree-level calculations in the MSSM; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press The Monster Group and Majorana Involutions 176 Cambridge Tracts in Mathematics Series Number 176
Book SynopsisThe first book containing a rigorous construction and uniqueness proof for the largest and most famous sporadic simple group, the Monster. The author provides a systematic exposition of the theory of the Monster group, which so far remains largely unpublished, and explores the theory of groups generated by Majorana involutions.Trade Review'This book contains the basic knowledge on the Monster group in a very accessible way. some results are published in this book for the first time. Many are not even easily found in literature. Hence the book is a very good source for any group theorist who is interested in sporadic simple groups.' Zentralblatt MATHTable of ContentsPreface; 1. M24 and all that; 2. The Monster amalgam M; 3. 196 883-representation of M; 4. 2-local geometries; 5. Griess algebra; 6. Automorphisms of Griess algebra; 7. Important subgroups; 8. Majorana involutions; 9. The Monster graph; 10. Fischer's story; References; Index.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Developments in Nonstandard Mathematics 336
Book SynopsisThis book contains expository papers and articles reporting on recent research by leading world experts in nonstandard mathematics, arising from the International Colloquium on Nonstandard Mathematics held at the University of Aveiro, Portugal in July 1994. Nonstandard mathematics originated with Abraham Robinson, and the body of ideas that have developed from this theory of nonstandard analysis now vastly extends Robinson''s work with infinitesimals. The range of applications includes measure and probability theory, stochastic analysis, differential equations, generalised functions, mathematical physics and differential geometry, moreover, the theory has implicaitons for the teaching of calculus and analysis. This volume contains papers touching on all of the abovbe topics, as well as a biographical note about Abraham Robinson based on the opening address given by W.A>J> Luxemburg - who knew Robinson - to the Aveiro conference which marked the 20th anniversary of Robinson'Table of ContentsThe infinitesimal rule of threeNonstandard methods in the precalculus curruculumDifference quotients and smoothnessContinuous maps with special propertiesSome nonstandard methods in geometric topologyDelayed bifurcations in perturbed systems analysis of slow passage of Suhl-thresholdFunctional analysis and NSANear-standard compact internal linear operatorsDiscrete Fredholm's equationsNonstandard theory of generalized functionsRepresenting distributions by nonstandard polynomialsContributions of nonstandard analysis to partial differential equationsLoeb measure theoryUnions of Loeb nullsets: the contextGredient lines and distributions of functionals in infinite dimensional Euclidean spacesNonstandard flat integral representation of the free Euclidean field and a large deviation bound for the exponential interactionNonstandard analysis in selective uniersesLattices and monadsA neometric surveyLong sequences and neocompact sets
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Penguin Putnam Inc The Universe in a Box
Book SynopsisScientists are using simulations to recreate the universe, revealing the hidden nature of reality.Cosmology is a tricky science—no one can make their own stars, planets, or galaxies to test its theories. But over the last few decades a new kind of physics has emerged to fill the gap between theory and experimentation. Harnessing the power of modern supercomputers, cosmologists have built simulations that offer profound insights into the deep history of our universe, allowing centuries-old ideas to be tested for the first time. Today, physicists are translating their ideas and equations into code, finding that there is just as much to be learned from computers as experiments in laboratories. In The Universe in a Box, cosmologist Andrew Pontzen explains how physicists model the universe’s most exotic phenomena, from black holes and colliding galaxies to dark matter and quantum entanglement, enabling them to study the
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Princeton University Press Fly by Night Physics
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Princeton University Press The Joy of Quantum Computing
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Geometry and Physics of Branes Series in High
Book SynopsisBranes are solitonic configurations of a string theory that are represented by extended objects in a higher-dimensional space-time. They are essential for a comprehension of the non-perturbative aspects of string theory, in particular, in connection with string dualities. From the mathematical viewpoint, branes are related to several important theories, such as homological mirror symmetry and quantum cohomology.Geometry and Physics of Branes provides an introduction to current research in some of these different areas, both in physics and mathematics. The book opens with a lucid introduction to the basic aspects of branes in string theory. Topics covered in subsequent chapters include tachyon condensation, the geometry surrounding the Gopakumar-Vafa conjecture (a duality between the SU(N) Chern-Simons theory on S3 and a IIA string theory compactified on a Calabi-Yau 3-fold), two-dimensional conformal field theory on open and unoriented surfaces, and the development of a homologTrade Review"The introductory lectures are particularly pedagogical and clear and I recommend them to my students that enter the subject." -M. BianchiTable of ContentsIntroductionU. Bruzzo Deformation Theory, Homological Algebra and Mirror SymmetryKenji FuyakaTopics in String Tachyon DynamicsCe'sar Go'mez and Pedro RescoLarge N Dualities and D-BranesAntonella Grassi and Michele RossiElementary Introduction to Branes in String TheoryAlberto LerdaTwo-Dimensional Conformal Field Theory on Open and Unoriented SurfacesYassen Stanev
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IOP Publishing Ltd Classical Field Theory and the StressEnergy
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Institute of Physics Publishing Hypersonic Shock Wave Turbulent Boundary Layers
Book SynopsisHypersonic turbulent boundary layers are a fundamental phenomenon in high-speed flight. The interaction of shock waves with hypersonic turbulent boundary layers has a critical impact on vehicle aerothermodynamic loading including surface heat transfer, pressure and skin friction. This book provides a comprehensive exposition of hypersonic turbulent boundary layers, including the fundamental mathematical theory, structure of equilibrium boundary layers, and extensive surveys of Direct Numerical Simulation (DNS), Large Eddy Simulation (LES) and experiments. It also provides a roadmap for both future experiments and DNS and LES simulations. Descriptions of hypersonic ground test facilities is included as an appendix. As a research and reference text, this book would appeal to graduate students and researchers in hypersonics and could be the basis for professional training courses.Key FeaturesProvides a summary of the state-of-th
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Institute of Physics Publishing Astronomical Python
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Institute of Physics Publishing Introduction to Computational Physics for
Book SynopsisThis book offers a practical introduction to computational physics for undergraduates, teaching essential numerical methods and programming skills to solve real-world physics problems across various domains.
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Springer The Quantum Dice An Introduction to Stochastic Electrodynamics 75 Fundamental Theories of Physics
Book Synopsis Audience: The volume will be of interest to scholars and postgraduate students of theoretical and mathematical physics, foundations and philosophy of physics, and teachers of theoretical physics and quantum mechanics, electromagnetic theory, and statistical physics (stochastic processes).Table of ContentsPreface. Part I: Prelude. 1. Quantum mechanics and the real world. 2. Quantum mechanics as a stochastic theory. 3. Elements of electrodynamics. Part II: Theme. 4. The zeropoint radiation field. 5. The equilibrium radiation field. 6. Environmental effects through the zero-point field. 7. The harmonic oscillator. 8. Quantum properties of other simple systems. 9. Breakdown of detailed energy balance. Part III: Coda. 10. Linear stochastic electrodynamics. 11. Radiative corrections in linear SED. 12. The wave properties of matter. 13. Stochastic optics. 14. Outlook and some corollaries. Bibliography. Index.
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Birkhauser Boston Inc Riemannian Geometry
Book SynopsisRiemannian Geometry is an expanded edition of a highly acclaimed and successful textbook (originally published in Portuguese) for first-year graduate students in mathematics and physics.Trade Review"This is one of the best (if even not just the best) book for those who want to get a good, smooth and quick, but yet thorough introduction to modern Riemannian geometry." -Publicationes Mathematicae "This is a very nice introduction to global Riemannian geometry, which leads the reader quickly to the heart of the topic. Nevertheless, classical results are also discussed on many occasions, and almost 60 pages are devoted to exercises." -Newsletter of the EMS "In the reviewer's opinion, this is a superb book which makes learning a real pleasure." -Revue Romaine de Mathematiques Pures et Appliquees "This mainstream presentation of differential geometry serves well for a course on Riemannian geometry, and it is complemented by many annotated exercises." -Monatshefte F. MathematikTable of ContentsPreface to the 1st edition * Preface to the 2nd edition * Preface to the English edition * How to use this book * 0. Differentiable Manifolds * 1. Riemannian Metrics * 2. Affine Connections; Riemannian Connections * 3. Geodesics; Convex Neighborhoods * 4. Curvature * 5. Jacobi Fields * 6. Isometric Immersions * 7. Complete Manifolds; Hopf-Rinow and Hadamard Theorems * 8. Spaces of Constant Curvature * 9. Variations of Energy * 10. The Rauch Comparison Theorem * 11. The Morse Index Theorem * 12. The Fundamental Group of Manifolds of Negative Curvature * 13. The Sphere Theorem * References * Index
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Birkhauser Boston Mathematical Theory of Diffraction Progress in Mathematical Physics 35
Book SynopsisIndeed, his diffraction analysis is a surprisingly rich and complex mix of pure and applied mathematics, and his often-cited diffraction solution is presented only as an application of a much more general set of mathematical results.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: “This is a very nice book for those interested in the theory of diffraction since it presents, for the first time in English, the strikingly original work of Sommerfeld—which marks a milestone in optical theory—enriched with historical background and technical details. The interest of this book is not only historical but also technical as it presents a surprisingly rich and complex mix of pure and applied mathematics.”(MATHEMATICAL REVIEWS) "This book offers the first publication in English of Sommerfeld’s original work, together with extensive notes by the translators, and it can be recommended to anyone interested in the theory of diffraction. … The translator’s notes (64 pages) are very illuminating for the reader by providing a lot of historical remarks, technical details, and a nice account of previous diffraction analyses of Kirchhoff and Poincaré." (Johannes Elschner, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1109 (11), 2007)Table of ContentsMathematical Theory of Diffraction.- 1. General problem formulation.- 2. Expansions in Bessel functions.- 3. Transition from ?u = 0 to ?u + k2u = 0.- 4. Bessel functions as the simplest examples.- 5. Everywhere finite solutions.- 6. Solutions with a singularity.- 7. Graphical treatment of the simplest multivalued solution.- 8. Application to diffraction.- Tafel.- Translators’ Notes.- References.- Appendix I: The History and Present State of Discoveries relating to Vision, Light and Colours.- Appendix II: On the Mathematical Theory of Diffraction Phenomena.
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Birkhäuser The Theory of the Top Introduction to the Kinematics and Kinetics of the Top v 1
Book Synopsisto the Kinematics and Kinetics of the Top.- The kinematics of the top.- to kinetics (statics and impulse theory).- The Euler equations with further development of the kinetics of the top.Trade Review"This book is a translation by Raymond J. Nagem and Guido Sandri of the German original [F. Klein and A. Sommerfeld, Über die Theorie des Kreisels. Heft I, Teubner, Leipzig, 1897; JFM 28.0658.04]. Various editions of this book, which presents fundamental results in the theory of the motion of the top, have appeared in German...This English translation is of great scientific interest and importance. The content and sequence of exposition of this book faithfully follow the original work...The translators' remarks are presented separately and are intended to ensure an accurate account of the historical development of the theory of the top. This translation is of a high scientific caliber and makes one look forward to the translation of the second volume by Nagem and Sandri." —Mathematical Reviews "It is very positive that, by producing the English edition of this book, a large group of contemporary scientists and especially mathematicians can admire and appreciate what a broad understanding mathematicians like Felix Klein, not only of their field but also of physics, had. Very interesting ample notes of the translators (about 50 pages), where also various motions are worked out, physically interpreted and excellently illustrated by numerous figures, and a nice preface by Michael Eckert make this volume even more interesting to read than the German original." —Zentralblatt MATHTable of Contentsto the Kinematics and Kinetics of the Top.- The kinematics of the top.- to kinetics (statics and impulse theory).- The Euler equations with further development of the kinetics of the top.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Hopf Algebras and Quantum Groups
Book SynopsisThis volume is based on the proceedings of the Hopf-Algebras and Quantum Groups conference at the Free University of Brussels, Belgium. It presents state-of-the-art papers - selected from over 65 participants representing nearly 20 countries and more than 45 lectures - on the theory of Hopf algebras, including multiplier Hopf algebras and quantum groups.Table of ContentsLifting of Nichols algebras of type A2 and pointed Hopf algebras of order p4; survey of cross product bialgebras; a Morita-Takeuchi context for graded coalgebras; coalgebra-Galois extensions from the extension theory point of view; separable functors for the category of Doi-Hopf modules II; cyclic cohomology of coalgebras, coderivations and De Rham cohomology; Schur-Weyl categories and non-quasiclassical Weyl type formula; a generalized power map for Hopf algebras; associated varieties for classical lie superalgebras; algebraic versions of a finite-dimensional quantum groupoid; quasi-Hopf algebras and the centre of a tensor category; an easy proof for the uniqueness of integrals; the coquasitriangular Hopf algebra associated to a rigid Yang-Baxter coalgebra; on regularity of the algebra of covariants for actions of pointed Hopf algebras on regular commutative algebras; a survey on multiplier Hopf algebras.
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Taylor & Francis Inc Fluid Dynamics and Dynamos in Astrophysics and
Book SynopsisThe increasing power of computer resources along with great improvements in observational data in recent years have led to some remarkable and rapid advances in astrophysical fluid dynamics. The subject spans three distinct but overlapping communities whose interests focus on (1) accretion discs and high-energy astrophysics; (2) solar, stellar, and galactic magnetic fields; and (3) the geodynamo, planetary magnetic fields, and associated experiments. This book grew out of a special conference sponsored by the London Mathematical Society with the support of EPSRC that brought together leading researchers in all of these areas to exchange ideas and review the status of the field.The many interesting problems addressed in this volume concern:Table of ContentsAccretion Discs. Discs with Mhd Turbulence and Their Response to Orbiting Planets. Mixing at the Surface of White Dwarf Stars. Pulsar Magnetospheres. Magnetic Fields in Galaxies. Self-Consistent Mean Field Electrodynamics in Two and Three Dimensions. The Solar Tachocline: Formation, Stability and Its Role in the Solar Dynamo. Magnetoconvection. Alfvén Waves Within the Earth's Core. Turbulence Models and Plane Layer Dynamos. Planetary and Stellar Dynamos: Challenges for Next Generation Models. Convection in Rotating Spherical Fluid Shells and Its Dynamo States. Laboratory Experiments on Liquid Metal Dynamos and Liquid Metal Mhd Turbulence. Index.
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Brewers Publications Standards of Brewing A Practical Approach to
Book SynopsisThis book is for all brewers, whether they consider brewing to be art or science. Its simple aim is to highlight what measurements (the numbers) can do to produce product consistency and excellence, by achieving control over raw materials and the brewing process.
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de Gruyter Theoretical and Computational Methods in Mineral
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Pingree-Hill Publishing Physics Beyond the Light Barrier The Source of Parity Violation Tachyons and A Derivation of Standard Model Features
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Cambridge University Press All the Math You Missed
Book SynopsisThe second edition of this bestselling book provides an overview of the key topics in undergraduate mathematics, allowing beginning graduate students to fill in any gaps in their knowledge. With numerous examples, exercises and suggestions for further reading, it is a must-have for anyone looking to learn some serious mathematics quickly.Trade Review'Reading Garrity is like talking with your favorite uncle - he tells you the essential stories, in a clear and colorful way, and you get just what you need to explore further. The topics are well chosen (and there are more in this new edition). His points of view enrich the reader - not only do you learn what to know, but how to know it. I wish I had had this book when I started graduate school.' John McCleary, Vassar College'I admired one of the intentions behind the first edition of Garrity's All the Math You Missed: to give students the tools to appreciate the applications of mathematics without painting a simplistic picture of 'Applied Mathematics'. In this second edition, he takes this idea to the next level by introducing four additional chapters, dealing primarily with number theory and category theory.' Robert Kotiuga, Boston University'I felt like I was terribly underprepared for graduate school, and Garrity's book helped me fill in some of those gaps. But far more importantly, the welcoming tone made me see that I wasn't alone in feeling anxious, and it made grad school feel less intimidating.' Daniel Erman, University of Wisconsin, Madison'Incoming graduate students would find the book most useful … this book is designed to provide some useful guidance … The writing is clear and easy to read.' Bill Satzer, MAA ReviewsTable of ContentsOn the structure of mathematics; Brief summaries of topics; 1. Linear Algebra; 2. ε and δ real analysis; 3. Calculus for vector-valued functions; 4. Point set topology; 5. Classical Stokes' theorems; 6. Diff erential forms and Stokes' theorem; 7. Curvature for curves and surfaces; 8. Geometry; 9. Countability and the Axiom of Choice; 10. Elementary number theory; 11. Algebra; 12. Algebraic number theory; 13. Complex analysis; 14. Analytic number theory; 15. Lebesgue integration; 16. Fourier analysis; 17. Diff erential equations; 18. Combinatorics and probability theory; 19. Algorithms; 20. Category theory; Appendix A. Equivalence relations; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press A Students Guide to the Ising Model
Book SynopsisThe Ising model provides a detailed mathematical description of ferromagnetism and is widely used in statistical physics and condensed matter physics. In this Student''s Guide, the author demystifies the mathematical framework of the Ising model and provides students with a clear understanding of both its physical significance, and how to apply it successfully in their calculations. Key topics related to the Ising model are covered, including exact solutions of both finite and infinite systems, series expansions about high and low temperatures, mean-field approximation methods, and renormalization-group calculations. The book also incorporates plots, figures, and tables to highlight the significance of the results. Designed as a supplementary resource for undergraduate and graduate students, each chapter includes a selection of exercises intended to reinforce and extend important concepts, and solutions are also available for all exercises.Table of Contents1. The Ising model; 2. Finite Ising systems; 3. Partial summations and effective interactions; 4. Infinite Ising systems in one dimension; 5. The Onsager solution and exact series expansions; 6. The mean-field approach; 7. Position-space renormalization-group techniques; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Quantum Measurement
Book SynopsisThis book adopts a novel, physics-first approach to quantum measurement, using physical experiments as the basis to describe the underlying mathematical formalism. The text is an excellent introduction for students wanting to learn more about measurement theory, and the wide selection of exercises make this book ideal for courses.Trade Review'There is a spot in the great John Archibald Wheeler's autobiography where he writes, 'Many students entering upon their study of quantum mechanics are told that [the theory] shows its essence in the equation Erwin Schrödinger published in 1926. … But, to my mind, the Schrödinger wave fails to capture the true essence of quantum mechanics. That essence is measurement.' Were Wheeler but alive today to see this marvelous book! His outlook shaped my own approach to the foundations of quantum theory, but this book is the first living instantiation of Wheeler's deep thought to physical practice itself. It will be a standard reference for years to come.' Christopher Fuchs, University of Massachusetts Boston'This is a fascinating exploration of quantum measurement, going far beyond the standard textbook coverage and guided by the most recent experiments. Essential reading for quantum physicists and engineers and a valuable reference for all those seeking an in-depth understanding of fundamental quantum processes and solid-state quantum devices.' Jean-Michel Raimond, Sorbonne Université'Theoretical and experimental physicists mean different things when they refer to the quantum measurement problem. In this book two world leading quantum physicists, one a theoretician and one an experimentalist, give a comprehensive treatment of the real measurement problem: how to intervene and control the quantum world. This problem is at the foundation of the rapidly developing quantum technology industry. In so doing, they recast moribund questions in quantum foundations and provide the tools for more effective quantum technology.' Gerard Milburn, The University of QueenslandTable of Contents1. Introduction to quantum physics and measurement; 2. Projective measurement; 3. Generalized measurement; 4. Weak measurement; 5. Continuous measurement – diffusive case; 6. Continuous measurement – quantum jump case; 7. Linear detectors; 8. Quantum amplifcation; 9. Measurement-related phenomena and applications; 10. Feedback and control; 11. Epilogue – what does it all mean?
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Cambridge University Press A General Relativity Coursebook
Book SynopsisThis book provides a gentle introduction to general relativity, striking a balance between ease of use and precision. As a coursebook, it matches a one-semester undergraduate class perfectly, concentrating on subjects of relevance today. Numerate readers will learn to appreciate the power and beauty of Einstein's creation for themselves.Trade Review'The approach in the book is unique and especially valuable for the student first encountering General Relativity. It shows in detail the computational steps involved in gaining the main results.' Rainer Weiss, Massachusetts Institute of Technology'I think this is an excellent introduction to General Relativity and its important applications to cosmology and gravitational wave astrophysics for the serious student who has not experienced the necessary mathematical formalism before and who is willing to follow the text and attempt the many examples. It is an ideal lead in to many of the more sophisticated modern textbooks which are now available.' Prof. Sir James Hough, OBE FRS FRSETable of ContentsPreface; 1. The principle of equivalence; 2. Tensors; 3. Matter in space-time; 4. Geodesics; 5. Einstein's equations; 6. Schwarzschild's solution; 7. Cosmology; 8. Gravitational waves; 9. A guide to further reading; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press The Large Scale Structure of SpaceTime
Book SynopsisFirst published in 1973, this influential work discusses Einstein''s General Theory of Relativity to show how two of its predictions arise: first, that the ultimate fate of many massive stars is to undergo gravitational collapse to form ''black holes''; and second, that there was a singularity in the past at the beginning of the universe. Starting with a precise formulation of the theory, including the necessary differential geometry, the authors discuss the significance of space-time curvature and examine the properties of a number of exact solutions of Einstein''s field equations. They develop the theory of the causal structure of a general space-time, and use it to prove a number of theorems establishing the inevitability of singularities under certain conditions. A Foreword contributed by Abhay Ashtekar and a new Preface from George Ellis help put the volume into context of the developments in the field over the past fifty years.Trade Review'The book is a masterpiece, written by sure hands.' Science'Certain to rank as an outstanding classic of the current advance of relativity theory.' Contemporary Physics'La parution de ce livre est un événement important …' La Recherche'This special 50th anniversary republication of this famous monograph is well welcome addtion to the community. This text helped lay the groundwork for gravitational research for the next 50 years; inspiring and educating generations of researchers. I recommend this text to anyone who is interested in learning the foundation of gravitational research.' Kymani Tieral Keden Armstrong-Williams, https://physicsbookreviewer.blogspot.com/Table of ContentsForeword to the Anniversary Edition Abhay Ashtekar; Preface to the Anniversary Edition George F. R. Ellis; Preface; 1. The role of gravity; 2. Differential geometry; 3. General relativity; 4. The physical significance of curvature; 5. Exact solutions; 6. Causal structure; 7. The Cauchy problem in General Relativity; 8. Space-time singularities; 9. Gravitational collapse and black holes; 10. The initial singularity in the universe; Appendixes; References; Notation; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Supersymmetric Solitons
Book SynopsisThis book summarizes major advances in critical solitons in supersymmetric theories, and their implications for understanding basic dynamical regularities of non-supersymmetric theories. First published in 2009, this title has been reissued as an Open Access publication on Cambridge Core.Table of Contents1. Introduction; Part I. Short Excursion: 2. Central charges in superalgebras; 3. The main building blocks; Part II. Long Journey: 4. Non-Abelian strings; 5. Less supersymmetry; 6. Non-BPS non-Abelian strings; 7. Strings on the Higgs branches; 8. Domain walls as D-brane prototypes; 9. Wall-string junctions; 10. Conclusions; Appendixes; References; Index.
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LEGARE STREET PR The Scientific Papers Of J. Willard Gibbs Ph.d.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd An Introduction To Chaotic Dynamical Systems
Book SynopsisThere is an explosion of interest in dynamical systems in the mathematical community as well as in many areas of science. The results have been truly exciting: systems which once seemed completely intractable from an analytic point of view can now be understood in a geometric or qualitative sense rather easily. Scientists and engineers realize the power and the beauty of the geometric and qualitative techniques. These techniques apply to a number of important nonlinear problems ranging from physics and chemistry to ecology and economics.Computer graphics have allowed us to view the dynamical behavior geometrically. The appearance of incredibly beautiful and intricate objects such as the Mandelbrot set, the Julia set, and other fractals have really piqued interest in the field.This is text is aimed primarily at advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students. Throughout, the author emphasizes the mathematical aspects of the theory of discrete dynamicTable of ContentsI One Dimensional Dynamics1.A Visual and Historical Tour2.Examples of Dynamical Systems3.Elementary Definitions4.Hyperbolicity5.An Example: The Logistic Family6.Symbolic Dynamics7.Topological Conjugacy8.Chaos9.Structural Stability10.Sharkovsky's Theorem11.The Schwarzian Derivative 12.Bifurcations13.Another View of Period Three14.Period-Doubling Route to Chaos15.Homoclinic Points and Bifurcations16.Maps of the Circle17.Morse-Smale DiffeomorphismsII Complex Dynamics18.Quadratic Maps Revisited19.Normal Families and Exceptional Points 20.Periodic Points21.Properties of the Julia Set22.The Geometry of the Julia Sets23.Neutral Periodic Points24.The Mandelbrot Set25.Rational Maps26.The Exponential FamilyIII Higher Dimensional Dynamics27.Dynamics of Linear Maps28.The Smale Horseshoe Map29.Hyperbolic Toral Automorphisms30.Attractors31.The Stable and Unstable Manifold Theorem32.Global Results and Hyperbolic Maps33.The Hopf Bifurcation34.The Herron MapAppendix: Mathematical Preliminaries
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Quantum Continuous Variables
Book SynopsisQuantum Continuous Variables introduces the theory of continuous variable quantum systems, from its foundations based on the framework of Gaussian states to modern developments, including its applications to quantum information and forthcoming quantum technologies. This book addresses the theory of Gaussian states, operations, and dynamics in great depth and breadth, through a novel approach that embraces both the Hilbert space and phase descriptions.The second edition of this book has been revised throughout, and updated to include new topics, such as boson sampling, coherent feedback, nonlinear control, as well as several new solved problems.The volume includes coverage of entanglement theory and quantum information protocols, and their connection with relevant experimental set-ups. General techniques for non-Gaussian manipulations also emerge as the treatment unfolds and are demonstrated with specific case studies.This book willTable of ContentsChapter 1: Introduction. Chapter 2: Quantum Mechanics: Instructions for Use. Chapter 3: Gaussian States of Continuous Variable Systems. Chapter 4: Phase Space Methods. Chapter 5: Gaussian Operations. Chapter 6: Diffusive Dynamics and Continuous Monitoring. Chapter 7: Entanglement of Continuous Variable Systems. Chapter 8: Quantum Information Protocols with Continuous Variables. Chapter 9: A Grand Tour of Continuous Variable Platforms. Appendix A: A Note on Fermions. Appendix B: Some Notable Facts About the Symplectic Group. Appendix C: The Wiener Process. Appendix D: Selected Mathematical Lore on Quantum Channels. Appendix E: Classical and Quantum Estimation Bounds. References. Index.
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Taylor & Francis Ltd A First Course In Chaotic Dynamical Systems
Book SynopsisA First Course in Chaotic Dynamical Systems: Theory and Experiment, Second EditionThe long-anticipated revision of this well-liked textbook offers many new additions. In the twenty-five years since the original version of this book was published, much has happened in dynamical systems. Mandelbrot and Julia sets were barely ten years old when the first edition appeared, and most of the research involving these objects then centered around iterations of quadratic functions. This research has expanded to include all sorts of different types of functions, including higher-degree polynomials, rational maps, exponential and trigonometric functions, and many others. Several new sections in this edition are devoted to these topics. The area of dynamical systems covered in A First Course in Chaotic Dynamical Systems: Theory and Experiment, Second Edition is quite accessible to sTable of ContentsPreface to the Second Edition, 1. A Visual and Historical Tour, 2. Examples of Dynamical Systems, 3. Orbits, 4. Graphical Analysis, 5. Fixed and Periodic Points, 6. Bifurcations, 7. The Quadratic Family, 8. Transition to Chaos, 9. Symbolic Dynamics, 10. Chaos, 11. Sharkovsky’s Theorem, 12. Role of the Critical Point, 13. Newton’s Method, 14. Fractals, 15. Complex Functions, 16. The Julia Set, 17. The Mandelbrot Set, 18. Other Complex Dynamical Systems, Appendices, Bibliography, Index
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Taylor & Francis Ltd Guide to Modern Physics
Book SynopsisThis is a how to guide for making beginning calculations in modern physics. The academic level is second year college physical science and engineering students. The calculations are performed in Mathematica, and stress graphical visualization, units, and numerical answers. The techniques show the student how to learn the physics without being hung up on the math. There is a continuing movement to introduce more advanced computational methods into lower-level physics courses. Mathematica is a unique tool in that code is written as human readable much like one writes a traditional equation on the board.Key Features:Concise summary of the physics concepts.Over 300 worked examples in Mathematica.Tutorial to allow a beginner to produce fast results.The companion code for this book can be found here:Table of Contents1. Basis of Modern Physics 2. Thermal Radiation 3. Key Processes 4. Special Relativity 5. Bohr Model 6. Particle in a Box 7. Quantum Harmonic Oscillator 8. Hydrogen Atom 9. Statistical Physics 10. Astrophysics Appendix A: Mathematica Starter Appendix B: Physical Constants
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Cambridge University Press The Theory of Hardys ZFunction 196 Cambridge Tracts in Mathematics Series Number 196
Book SynopsisHardy's Z-function, related to the Riemann zeta-function Î(s), was originally utilised by G. H. Hardy to show that Î(s) has infinitely many zeros of the form +it. It is now amongst the most important functions of analytic number theory, and the Riemann hypothesis, that all complex zeros lie on the line +it, is perhaps one of the best known and most important open problems in mathematics. Today Hardy's function has many applications; among others it is used for extensive calculations regarding the zeros of Î(s). This comprehensive account covers many aspects of Z(t), including the distribution of its zeros, Gram points, moments and Mellin transforms. It features an extensive bibliography and end-of-chapter notes containing comments, remarks and references. The book also provides many open problems to stimulate readers interested in further research.Table of Contents1. Definition of ζ(s), Z(t) and basic notions; 2. The zeros on the critical line; 3. The Selberg class of L-functions; 4. The approximate functional equations for ζk(s); 5. The derivatives of Z(t); 6. Gram points; 7. The moments of Hardy's function; 8. The primitive of Hardy's function; 9. The Mellin transforms of powers of Z(t); 10. Further results on Mk(s)$ and Zk(s); 11. On some problems involving Hardy's function and zeta moments; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Manifolds Tensors and Forms
Book SynopsisProviding a succinct yet comprehensive treatment of the essentials of modern differential geometry and topology, this book's clear prose and informal style make it accessible to advanced undergraduate and graduate students in mathematics and the physical sciences. It features over 250 detailed exercises and discusses a variety of applications.Table of ContentsPreface; 1. Linear algebra; 2. Multilinear algebra; 3. Differentiation on manifolds; 4. Homotopy and de Rham cohomology; 5. Elementary homology theory; 6. Integration on manifolds; 7. Vector bundles; 8. Geometric manifolds; 9. The degree of a smooth map; Appendixes; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press The Cosmological Singularity
Book SynopsisWritten for researchers focusing on general relativity, supergravity, and cosmology, this is a self-contained exposition of the structure of the cosmological singularity in generic solutions of the Einstein equations, and an up-to-date mathematical derivation of the theory underlying the BelinskiKhalatnikovLifshitz conjecture on this area of research.Trade Review'The present monograph is a carefully developed overview about the mathematical details of the big bang singularity, mainly within (but not restricted to) general relativity theory. Chapter 1 presents the basic structure of the singularity, including the Kasner-like and the oscillatory-like cases. Chapters 2 and 3 deal with the Bianchi models, especially the BLK-cases Bianchi VIII and IX and the chaotic character observed there. In chapter 4, the influence of matter and/or changed space-time dimension are discussed. Chapters 5 and 6 deal with the billiard representation of the dynamical system describing the approach to the singularity by a mathematical equivalence of the system of equations to the motion of a point particle in a region with boundary, where (like in the billiard game), the article is reflected at the boundary. This idea is formalized in chapter 7 by the introduction of the Coxeter group. The appendices are useful for several topics, e.g., the spinor field and the Kac-Moody algebra.' Hans-Jürgen Schmidt, Zentralblatt MATH'This monograph discusses at length the structure of the general solution of the Einstein equations with a cosmological singularity in Einstein-matter systems in four and higher space-time dimensions, starting from the fundamental work of Belinski (the book's lead author), Khalatnikov and Lifshitz (BKL) - published in 1969. … Quite technical and advanced, this book is meant for theoretical and mathematical physicists working on general relativity, supergravity and cosmology.' CERN CourierTable of ContentsPreface; 1. Introduction and outline; Part I. BKL Analysis: 2. Basic structure of cosmological singularity; 3. Homogeneous cosmological models; 4. On the cosmological chaos; 5. On the Inuence of matter and spacetime dimension; Part II. Cosmological Billiards: 6. The billiard of four-dimensional vacuum gravity; 7. General Cosmological Billiards; 8. Hyperbolic Coxeter groups; Appendix A. Various technical derivations; Appendix B. Homogeneous spaces and Bianchi classification; Appendix C. Spinor field; Appendix D. Lorentzian Kac-Moody algebras; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Berry Phases in Electronic Structure Theory
Book SynopsisA pedagogical introduction to a set of mathematical ideas associated with Berry phases that have revolutionized understanding of key aspects of the behavior of electrons in solids. Including practical examples and exercises throughout to test understanding, this book covers electric polarization, orbital magnetization and topological insulators.Trade Review'This book brings together almost forty years of progress in understanding how the wavefunctions of electrons in a crystal, and in particular their continuous evolution with momentum, determine important physical properties. David Vanderbilt is one of the creators of this field, and nearly every chapter includes topics where his contributions were decisive. In addition to its scope, one way in which this book differs from others on related topics is the clear path from physical insight, through theoretical understanding, to practical methods for specific materials. This book can be read profitably by those interested in the fundamental theory of topological phases as well as those seeking to understand modern electronic structure approaches.' Joel Moore, Chern-Simons Professor of Physics, University of California, Berkeley'The geometric phase and related concepts provide a unified framework for describing many fundamental properties of electrons in solids, from electric polarization to quantized effects in topological materials. Readers wishing to become familiar with these notions will find David Vanderbilt's excellent book to be an invaluable resource.' Ivo Souza, University of the Basque Country, San Sebastián'Berry phases and associated geometric and topological concepts have transformed our understanding of electronic properties. This book provides a much needed pedagogical exposition with computational instructions which will be very valuable for students and researchers in solid state physics and materials science.' Qian Niu, University of Texas'David Vanderbilt explicates a new exciting frontier in solid state physics and materials theory, and does so in a clear and interesting to read way. Not only does he cover every nook and cranny of this new area, but in the process clearly explains the basics of electronic structure theory, such as density functional theory (DFT) and tight-binding, that will be extremely useful and important to any student of condensed matter theory. The subject of the book is how the phases of the wave functions, neglected for decades, affect important measurable properties of materials. He covers everything from the mathematical theory of geometric phases, applications to polarization and orbital magnetism, all the way to complex applications such as three-dimensional topological insulators and beyond. To be able to write about such seemingly esoteric matters in such a clear and gripping way is the mark of a great teacher. I look forward to my second reading of the book!' Ronald Cohen, Extreme Materials Initiative, Geophysical Laboratory, Carnegie Institution for Science'For anyone who wants to learn about Berry phases in electronic structure and the exciting recent developments in topological insulators, I heartily recommend this book. David Vanderbilt is uniquely poised to present the concepts and practical developments in this field that has revolutionized our understanding of condensed matter. He has made some of the most important advances in electronic structure theory in the last twenty years, including the original work that has made Berry phases a central part the field, and he is known for lucid presentations. In this book Vanderbilt introduces the concepts in a way that is accessible to a nonexpert, with clear explanations and instructive examples, and yet he presents the material in the depth that it deserves. I recommend this book for anyone who wants to be a part of condensed matter theory in the twenty-first century or just to appreciate the basic ideas and phenomena of this exciting field.' Richard M. Martin, University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign'This is a well-structured book which will serve admirably as a text for advanced students as well as a means for more mature readers to gain an appreciation of the recent developments in this area of activity.' K. Alan Shore, Contemporary Physics'Its author, Rutgers University physicist David Vanderbilt, is eminently qualified for the task: he is the senior author of a large part of the research at the book's core. That literature is now fundamental knowledge for any scientist working on modern electronic structure. … The book's presentation combines mathematical rigor with illuminating discussions and examples … the ideal textbook for any special-topics course that broadly covers geometry and topology in electronic structure.' Physics Today'… I would like to recommend this book to crystallographers, and more generally to condensed-matter physicists who wish to learn about the physics of Berry phases. The pedagogical presentation used throughout will allow careful readers to start working on the more detailed literature with a solid basis and a clear view of recent results.' Laurent Chaput, Acta CrystallographicaTable of ContentsPreface; Acronyms; Introduction; 1. Invariance and quantization of charges and currents; 2. Review of electronic structure theory; 3. Berry phases and curvatures; 4. Electric polarization; 5. Topological insulators and semimetals; 6. Orbital magnetization and axion magnetoelectric coupling; Appendix A. Fourier transform conventions; Appendix B. Optimal alignment and the singular value decomposition; Appendix C. Gauge transformation of the Chern–Simons axion coupling; Appendix D. The PythTB package; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Relativistic Figures of Equilibrium
Book SynopsisTreating the classical problem of gravitational physics, this book presents basic principles, deals with analytically tractable limiting cases, and considers the general case using powerful numerical methods. A valuable reference for researchers in general relativity, mathematical physics and astrophysics, it is accompanied by a website containing code.Trade ReviewReview of the hardback: '… this book is a very valuable tool for anybody wishing to learn more about relativistic rotating bodies in equilibrium. … overall it is an excellent reference on this topic.' Classical and Quantum GravityReview of the hardback: 'This is an advanced and specialised book, presenting the state of the art in this field, with emphasis on the authors' own expertise and approaches. It contains an extensive discussion of the analytical handling of limiting cases on the one hand and the numerical treatment of the general case on the other, thus providing a complete picture of the subject. … pleasant to read …This book is a standard reference for this subject every researcher in relativity theory should know.' General Relativity and GravitationReview of the hardback: 'Nicely produced by Cambridge University Press, this rather specialized book rich in analytical and numerical methods is of value to students and professional researchers in general relativity, mathematical physics and astrophysics.' Mathematical ReviewsTable of ContentsPreface; Notation; 1. Rotating fluid bodies in equilibrium: fundamental notions and equations; 2. Analytical treatment of limiting cases; 3. Numerical treatment of the general case; 4. Remarks on stability and astrophysical relevance; Appendixes; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press Strong Interactions of Hadrons at High Energies
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Cambridge University Press A Students Guide to Waves Students Guides
Book SynopsisWaves are an important topic in the fields of mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum theory, but many students struggle with the mathematical aspects. Written to complement course textbooks, this book focuses on the topics that students find most difficult. Retaining the highly popular approach used in Fleisch''s other Student''s Guides, the book uses plain language to explain fundamental ideas in a simple and clear way. Exercises and fully-worked examples help readers test their understanding of the concepts, making this an ideal book for undergraduates in physics and engineering trying to get to grips with this challenging subject. The book is supported by a suite of online resources available at www.cambridge.org/9781107643260. These include interactive solutions for every exercise and problem in the text and a series of video podcasts in which the authors explain the important concepts of every section of the book.Trade Review'I recommend this supplementary textbook as a clear tutorial for understanding the basic concepts of waves and the wave equation with its applications to mechanics, electromagnetic waves and the Schrӧdinger equation. … It is written for undergraduates in physics and engineering, but it also has exceptional value to a wider readership. … Physical insights that are helpful for a deep understanding of waves are uniquely presented. The text is supplemented with clear and useful graphs. The book's website contains additional resources: worked solutions to all problems, animated graphics, a few errata, and author podcasts to augment all the chapters.' Barry R. Masters, Optics and Photonics NewsTable of ContentsIntroduction; 1. Wave fundamentals; 2. The wave equation; 3. Wave components; 4. The mechanical wave equation; 5. The electromagnetic wave equation; 6. The quantum wave equation; References; Index.
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Cambridge University Press, India Experiment and Theory in Physics
Book SynopsisOriginally published in 1943, this book presents an expanded version of an address given by Max Born gave to the Durham Philosophical Society and the Pure Science Society. The text provides an examination of the mutual relationship between theory and experiment in the development of physics.
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Cambridge University Press Mathematical and Physical Papers Volume 1
Book SynopsisThis collection brings together in six volumes the published articles of the eminent mathematical physicist and engineer William Thomson, first Baron Kelvin (18241907). Topics covered include heat, electricity, magnetism and electrotelegraphy, hydrodynamics, tidal theory and navigation.Table of Contents; .
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