Quantum physics Books

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  • New Age International (UK) Ltd Quantum Chemistry

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £47.50

  • New Age International (UK) Ltd Nano Materials

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £33.25

  • New Age International (UK) Ltd Elements of Quantum Mechanics

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £47.50

  • Vedic Physics: Towards Unification of Quantum

    Motilal Banarsidass, Vedic Physics: Towards Unification of Quantum

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe book explores Vedic texts through a scientific lens, interpreting symbols and concepts to test the claim that Vedas hold all true sciences.

    1 in stock

    £22.49

  • Anmol Publications Pvt Ltd A Textbook of Quantum Mechanics

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    £14.99

  • Nova Science Publishers Inc Radiation and Matter

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    £163.19

  • HarperCollins Publishers The Physics of Star Trek

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisAn easy-to-understand introduction to the complexities of today's and tomorrow's physics. The author assess what is and what is not actually possible according to the laws of physics, among all the weird and wonderful things that Kirk, Spock and Scottie got up to in their parallel universe.

    15 in stock

    £11.39

  • Oxford University Press Inc The Heroic Age

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £78.85

  • Oxford University Press, USA Quaternionic Quantum Mechanics and Quantum Fields

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis book presents a new formulation of quantum mechanics using quaternionic, rather than complex, numbers. The author is a highly respected theoretical physicist who has been working on quaternionic quantum mechanics for the last fourteen years. The author clearly explicates the relations between quaternionic, complex and real quantum mechanics, and the book is certain to be a major contribution to theoretical physics. Accessible to readers with a first-year graduate level quantum mechanics course.Trade ReviewThe professionalism shown by the author throughout the text is inviting us to look with open eyes to the perspectives opened by the enlargement of the field objects with which we are operating. * Zentralblatt für Mathematik, 885 *The book is highly professional and despite the feeling that any effort in investigating the quaterionic approach is useless, the reviewer is advocating for paying an interest in the field. The greatest merit of the monograph does not derive from the analyed aspects of the relativistic and non-relativistic quaternionic quantum mechanics but mainly from the impressive list of open questions presented by the author at the end of the monograph. That list is showing that the author is not practicing a "Glasperlenspiel" but rather that he is highly involved in the effort of understanding the very terrestrial physics. * Zentralblatt für Mathematik, 885 *Table of ContentsPART I: INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL FORMALISM 1: Introduction 2: General Framework of Quaternionic Quantum Mechanics 3: Further General Results in Quaternionic Quantum Mechanics PART II: NON-RELATIVISTIC QUATERNIONIC QUANTUM MECHANICS 4: One-Particle Quantum Mechanics--General Formalism 5: Stationary State Methods and Phase Methods 6: Scattering Theory and Bound States 7: Methods for Time-Development 8: Single Channel Time-Dependent Formal Scattering Theory 9: Multi-Particle and Multi-Channel Methods 10: Further Multi-Particle Topics PART III: RELATIVISTIC QUATERNIONIC QUANTUM MECHANICS 11: Relativistic Single Particle Wave Equations Spin-0 and Spin-1/2 12: More on Relativistic Wave Equations: The Spin-1 Gauge Potential, Lagrangian Formulations, and the Poincare Group 13: Quaternionic Quantum Field Theory 14: Outlook Appendix A: Proof of the Jacobi Identity for the Generalized Poisson Bracket Appendix B: Derivation of Gaussian Integral Formulas

    15 in stock

    £190.00

  • Oxford University Press Times Arrow and Archimedes Point

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisPresents an innovative view of time and contemporary physics. The author urges physicists, philosophers, and anyone who has ever pondered the paradoxes of time to look at the world from a fresh perspective, and throws light on some of the great mysteries of the universe.Trade Reviewsplendidly provocative ... enjoy it as a feast for the imagination * Sunday Times *a useful addition to the literature on time, particularly as it reveals the influence of modern science on the way a philosopher thinks * New Scientist *the author has done physicists a great service in laying out so clearly and critically the nature of the various time-asymmetry problems of physics * John Barrow, Nature *Table of ContentsThe View from Nowhen; More Apt to Be Lost than Got: The Lessons of the Second Law; New light on The Arrow of Radiation; Arrows and Error in Contemporary Cosmology; Innocence and Symmetry in Microphysics; In Search of the Third Arrow; Convention Objectified and the Past Unlocked; Einstein's Issue: The Puzzle of Contemporary Quantum Theory; The Case for Advanced Action; Overview.

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    £23.49

  • Oxford University Press Waves and Oscillations

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    Book SynopsisWaves and oscillations permeate virtually every field of current physics research, are central to chemistry, and are essential to much of engineering. Furthermore, the concepts and mathematical techniques used for serious study of waves and oscillations form the foundation for quantum mechanics. Once they have mastered these ideas in a classical context, students will be ready to focus on the challenging concepts of quantum mechanics when they encounter them, rather than struggling with techniques. This lively textbook gives a thorough grounding in complex exponentials and the key aspects of differential equations and matrix math; no prior experience is assumed. The parallels between normal mode analysis, orthogonal function analysis (especially Fourier analysis), and superpositions of quantum states are clearly drawn, without actually getting into the quantum mechanics. An in-depth, accessible introduction to Hilbert space and bra-ket notation begins in Chapter 5 (on symmetrical couplTrade ReviewListed in New Books, Physics Today "This book provides a rigorous introduction to a host of wave and oscillation phenomena and their real-world and research applications, while at the same time laying the mathematical and conceptual groundwork for upper level physics classes. I strongly recommend this book for use in a course that serves as a bridge for students who are making the transition from introductory courses into an upper-level curriculum." Prof. Nathan Harshman, American UniversityTable of ContentsLEARNING TOOLS USED IN THIS BOOK; 1.1 SINUSOIDAL OSCILLATIONS ARE EVERYWHERE; 1.2 THE PHYSICS AND MATHEMATICS BEHIND SIMPLE HARMONIC MOTION; 1.3 IMPORTANT PARAMETERS AND ADJUSTABLE CONSTANT OF SIMPLE HARMONIC MOTION; 1.4 MASS ON A SPRING; 1.5 ELECTRICAL OSCILLATORS; 1.6 REVIEW OF TAYLOR SERIES APPROXIMATIONS; 1.7 EULER'S EQUATION; 1.8 REVIEW OF COMPLEX NUMBERS; 1.9 COMPLEX EXPONENTIAL NOTATION FOR OSCILLATORY MOTION; 1.10 THE COMPLEX REPRESENTATION FOR AC CIRCUITS; 1.11 ANOTHER IMPORTANT COMPLEX FUNCTION: THE QUANTUM MECHANICAL WAVEFUNCTION; 1.12 PURE SINUSOIDAL OSCILLATIONS AND UNCERTAINTY PRINCIPLES; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 2.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR HARMONIC OSCILLATION; 2.2 PENDULUMS; 2.3 ELASTIC DEFORMATIONS AND YOUNG'S MODULUS; 2.4 SHEAR; 2.5 TORSION AND TORSIONAL OSCILLATORS; 2.6 BENDING AND CANTILEVERS; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 3.1 DAMPED MECHANICAL OSCILLATORS; 3.2 DAMPED ELECTRICAL OSCILLATORS; 3.3 EXPONENTIAL DECAY OF ENERGY; 3.4 THE QUALITY FACTOR; 3.5 UNDERDAMPED, OVERDAMPED, AND CRITICALLY DAMPED BEHAVIOR; 3.6 TYPES OF DAMPING; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 4.1 RESONANCE; 4.2 EFFECTS OF DAMPING; 4.3 ENERGY FLOW; 4.4 LINEAR DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS, THE SUPERPOSITION PRINCIPLE FOR DRIVEN SYSTEMS, AND THE RESPONSE TO MULTIPLE DRIVE FORCES; 4.5 TRANSIENTS; 4.6 ELECTRICAL RESONANCE; 4.7 OTHER EXAMPLES OF RESONANCE: MRI AND OTHER SPECTROSCOPIES; 4.8 NON-LINEAR OSCILLATORS AND CHAOS; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 5.1 BEATS: AN ASIDE?; 5.2 TWO SYMMETRIC COUPLED OSCILLATORS: EQUATIONS OF MOTION; 5.3 NORMAL MODES; 5.4 SUPERPOSING NORMAL MODES; 5.5 NORMAL MODE ANALYSIS, AND NORMAL MODES AS AN ALTERNATE DESCRIPTION OF REALITY; 5.6 HILBERT SPACE AND BRA-KET NOTATION; 5.7 THE ANALOGY BETWEEN COUPLED OSCILLATORS AND MOLECULAR ENERGY LEVELS; 5.8 NON-ZERO INITIAL VELOCITIES; 5.9 DAMPED, DRIVEN COUPLED OSCILLATORS; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 6.1 MATRIX MATH; 6.2 EQUATIONS OF MOTION AND THE EIGENVALUE EQUATION; 6.3 PROCEDURE FOR SOLVING THE EIGENVALUE EQUATION; 6.4 SYSTEMS WITH MORE THAN TWO OBJECTS; 6.5 NORMAL MODE ANALYSIS FOR MULIT-OBJECT, ASYMMETRICAL SYSTEMS; 6.6 MORE MATRIX MATH; 6.7 ORTHOGONALITY OF NORMAL MODES, NORMAL MODE COORDINATES, DEGENERACY, AND SCALING OF HILBERT SPACE FOR UNEQUAL MASSES; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 7.1 THE BEADED STRING; 7.2 STANDING WAVE GUESS: BOUNDARY CONDITIONS QUANTIZE THE ALLOWED FREQUENCIES; 7.3 THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE FREQUENCY; CONNECTION TO WAVES IN A CRYSTALLINE SOLID; 7.4 NORMAL MODE ANALYSIS FOR THE BEADED STRING; 7.5 LONGITUDINAL OSCILLATIONS; 7.6 THE CONTINUOUS STRING; 7.7 NORMAL MODE ANALYSIS FOR CONTINUOUS SYSTEMS; 7.8 K-SPACE; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 8.1 INTRODUCTION; 8.2 THE FOURIER EXPANSION; 8.3 EXPANSIONS USING NON-NORMALIZED ORTHOGONAL BASIS FUNCTIONS; 8.4 FINDING THE COEFFICIENTS IN THE FOURIER EXPANSION; 8.5 FOURIER TRANSFORMS AND THE MEANING OF NEGATIVE FREQUENCY; 8.6 THE DISCRETE FOURIER TRANSFORM (DFT); 8.7 SOME APPLICATIONS OF FOURIER ANALYSIS; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 9.1 INTRODUCTION; 9.2 THE WAVE EQUATION; 9.3 TRAVELING SINUSOIDAL WAVES; 9.4 THE SUPERPOSITION PRINCIPLE FOR TRAVELING WAVES; 9.5 ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES IN VACUUM; 9.6 ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES IN MATTER; 9.7 WAVES ON TRANSMISSION LINES; 9.8 SOUND WAVES; 9.9 MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS BASED ON TUBES; 9.10 POWER CARRIED BY ROPE AND ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES; RMS AMPLITUDES; 9.11 INTENSITY OF SOUND WAVES; DECIBELS; 9.12 DISPERSION RELATIONS AND GROUP VELOCITY; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; 10.1 REFLECTIONS AND THE IDEA OF BOUNDARY CONDITIONS; 10.2 TRANSMITTED WAVES; 10.3 CHARACTERISTIC IMPEDANCES FOR MECHANICAL SYSTEMS; 10.4 "UNIVERSAL" EXPRESSIONS FOR TRANSMISSION AND REFLECTION; 10.5 REFLECTED AND TRANSMITTED WAVES FOR TRANSMISSION LINES; 10.6 REFLECTION AND TRANSMISSION FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC WAVES IN MATTER: NORMAL INCIDENCE; 10.7 REFLECTION AND TRANSMISSION FOR SOUND WAVES, AND SUMMARY OF ISOMORPHISMS; 10.8 SNELL'S LAW; 10.9 TOTAL INTERNAL REFLECTION AND EVANESCENT WAVES; CONCEPT AND SKILL INVENTORY; PROBLEMS; APPENDIX A: GROUP VELOCITY FOR AN ARBITRARY ENVELOPE FUNCTION; INDEX

    15 in stock

    £97.38

  • Oxford University Press The Quantum Theory of Light

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis third edition, like its two predecessors, provides a detailed account of the basic theory needed to understand the properties of light and its interactions with atoms, in particular the many nonclassical effects that have now been observed in quantum-optical experiments. The earlier chapters describe the quantum mechanics of various optical processes, leading from the classical representation of the electromagnetic field to the quantum theory of light. The later chapters develop the theoretical descriptions of some of the key experiments in quantum optics. Over half of the material in this third edition is new. It includes topics that have come into prominence over the last two decades, such as the beamsplitter theory, squeezed light, two-photon interference, balanced homodyne detection, travelling-wave attenuation and amplification, quantum jumps, and the ranges of nonliner optical processes important in the generation of nonclassical light. The book is written as a textbook, witTrade Review... written as a graduate-level textbook ... over 100 problems help to reinforce the understanding of the material presented. * Zentralblatt MATH *Table of ContentsPreface ; 1. Planck's radiation law and the Einstein coefficients ; 2. Quantum mechanics of the atom-radiation interaction ; 3. Classical theory of optical fluctuations and coherence ; 4. Quantization of the radiation field ; 5. Single-mode quantum optics ; 6. Multimode and continuous-mode quantum optics ; 7. Optical generation, attenuation and amplification ; 8. Resonance fluorescence and light scattering ; 9. Nonlinear quantum optics ; Index

    15 in stock

    £180.00

  • Clarendon Press Dynamical Theory of Crystal Lattices

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisAt the time of its original publication this reissued ''classic'' text, co-written by the Nobel Laureate of 1954, Max Born, represented the final account of the subject and in many ways it still does. The book is divided into four sections. The first of these is very general in nature and deals with the general statistical mechanics of ideal lattices, leading to the electric polarizability and to the scattering of light. The second part deals with the properties of long lattice waves; the third with thermal properties and the fourth with optical properties.Trade Review'extraordinarily general and sound introduction ... a standard work that is indispensable to all working in this field' * Die Naturwissenschaften *'... important mathematical methods which should be of use in other subjects as well' * British Journal of Applied Physics *Table of ContentsPART 1: ELEMENTARY THEORIES ; PART 2: GENERAL THEORIES

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    £51.30

  • Oxford University Press Gauge Theory of Elementary Particle Physics

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisStudents of particle physics often find it difficult to locate resources to learn calculational techniques. Intermediate steps are usually not given in the research literature. To a certain extent, this is the case even in some of the established textbooks. In this book of worked problems enough details are provided so that the beginner will understand the solution in each particular case. With this step-by-step guidance, students (after first attempting the solution themselves) can develop their skills and confidence in their ability to work out particle theory problems. Besides being a problems/solutions addition to the well established textbook by Cheng & Li, this book introduces several new topics. It provides the reader with a self-contained approach to the subject, suitable even for those not familiar with the textbook. All problems have been given a descriptive title, enabling the reader to select according to his preferences.Table of Contents1. Field Quantization ; 2. Renormalization ; 3. Renormalization Group ; 4. Group Theory and the Quark Model ; 5. Chiral Symmetry ; 6. Renormalization and Symmetry ; 7. The Parton Model and Scaling ; 8. Gauge Symmetries ; 9. Quantum Gauge Theory ; 10. Quantum Chromodynamics ; 11. Electroweak Theory ; 12. Electroweak Phenomenology ; 13. Topics in Flavourdynamics ; 14. Grand Unification ; 15. Magnetic Monopoles ; 16. Instantons

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    £79.00

  • Clarendon Press Angular Momentum

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    Book SynopsisThis book introduces the quantum theory of angular momentum to students who are unfamiliar with it and develops it to a stage useful for research.The first part contains the basic theory of rotations and angular momentum. As the book aims to emphasize applications, mathematical details are avoided and difficult theorems stated without proof. The second part contains examples of applications to a wide range of physical phenomena and presents a collection of results helpful in solving problems.Trade Reviewthe text is clearly written and well comprehensible. * Institute of Physics Publishing Journal, October 1994 *It is good to see this classic reprinted as a third edition. My own copy of the second edition has been used so regularly as a reference for formulae over more than twenty-five years that it has lost its covers and some pages have become detached ... a very thorough book which has stood the test of time and will now be available to a further generation of postgraduate students and researchers. * Prof. J P Elliot (University of Sussex), Contemporary Physics, 1995, Vol 36, No 1 *Table of Contents1. Symmetry in physical laws ; 2. Representations of the rotation group ; 3. Coupling angular momentum vectors, and transformation theory ; 4. Tensors and tensor operators ; 5. Matrix elements of tensor operators ; 6. Applications to physical systems ; 7. Graphical methods in angular momentum ; Appendix i. 3-j and Clebsch-Gordan coefficients ; ii. 6-j symbols, Racah coefficients ; iii. 9-j Symbols or X-coefficients ; iv. Spherical harmonics ; v. Rotation matrix elements ; vi. Tensors and their matrix elements ; References and author index ; vii. Asymptotic expressions for large angular momenta and classical limits ; Subject index

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    £39.89

  • Oxford University Press The Theory of Open Quantum Systems

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    Book SynopsisThis book treats the central physical concepts and mathematical techniques used to investigate the dynamics of open quantum systems. To provide a self-contained presentation the text begins with a survey of classical probability theory and with an introduction into the foundations of quantum mechanics with particular emphasis on its statistical interpretation. The fundamentals of density matrix theory, quantum Markov processes and dynamical semigroups are developed. The most important master equations used in quantum optics and in the theory of quantum Brownian motion are applied to the study of many examples. Special attention is paid to the theory of environment induced decoherence, its role in the dynamical description of the measurement process and to the experimental observation of decohering Schrodinger cat states.The book includes the modern formulation of open quantum systems in terms of stochastic processes in Hilbert space. Stochastic wave function methods and Monte Carlo algTrade ReviewThis book covers a large set of topics, normally not covered in standard physics curricula ... I recommend this book to physicists interested in widening their horizons in the directions covered by the book ... I do not know of any other source providing such a systematic and well written introduction into this area of research. * Mathematical Reviews *Table of ContentsPREFACE ; ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS ; PART 1: PROBABILITY IN CLASSICAL AND QUANTUM MECHANICS ; 1. Classical probability theory and stochastic processes ; 2. Quantum Probability ; PART 2: DENSITY MATRIX THEORY ; 3. Quantum Master Equations ; 4. Decoherence ; PART 3: STOCHASTIC PROCESSES IN HILBERT SPACE ; 5. Probability distributions on Hilbert space ; 6. Stochastic dynamics in Hilbert space ; 7. The stochastic simulation method ; 8. Applications to quantum optical systems ; PART 4: NON-MARKOVIAN QUANTUM PROCESSES ; 9. Projection operator techniques ; 10. Non-Markovian dynamics in physical systems ; PART 5: RELATIVISTIC QUANTUM PROCESSES ; 11. Measurements in relativistic quantum mechanics ; 12. Open quantum electrodynamics

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    £175.00

  • Clarendon Press Methods in Theoretical Quantum Optics

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    Book SynopsisMethods in theoretical quantum optics is aimed at those readers who already have some knowledge of mathematical methods and have also been introduced to the basic ideas of quantum optics. This book is ideal for students who have already explored the basics of the quantum theory of light and are seeking to acquire the mathematical skills used in real problems. This book is not primarily about the physics of quantum optics, but rather presents the mathematical methods widely used by workers in this field. There is no comparable book which covers either the range or the depth of mathematical techniques.Trade Review... many valuable insights ... Even old hands at the quantum optics game will benefit from these ... The authors cover a very wide range of material appropriate to quantum optics. By bringing it together in the way they have, they have made an important contribution to the teaching and understanding of quantum optics. * Zentralblatt MATH *Table of Contents1. Foundations ; 2. Coherent interactions ; 3. Operators and states ; 4. Quantum statistics of fields ; 5. Dissipative processes ; 6. Dressed states ; Appendices ; Selected bibliography ; Index ; 1. Foundations ; 2. Coherent interactions ; 3. Operators and states ; 4. Quantum statistics of fields ; 5. Dissipative processes ; 6. Dressed states ; Appendices ; Selected bibliography ; Index

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    £65.55

  • Clarendon Press Methods in Theoretical Quantum Optics

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    Book SynopsisThis book is aimed at those readers who already have some knowledge of mathematical methods and have also been introduced to the basic ideas of quantum optics. It should be attractive to students who have already explored one of the more introductory texts such as Loudon''s The quantum theory of light (2/e, 1983, OUP) and are seeking to acquire the mathematical skills used in real problems. This book is not primarily about the physics of quantum optics but rather presents the mathematical methods widely used by workers in this field. There is no comparable book which covers either the range or the depth of mathematical techniques.Trade Review... the authors are well-known for their work on topics, such as the quantum-phase operator and quasi-probability distribution so theory PhD students will be able to learn these subjects direct from the horse's mouth. The authors have [] included, for pedagogic purposes, extra detail of the mathematical workings that a PhD student would not be able find in the research literature. * New Scientist, 6 June 1998 *The reader will find here a very clear presentation of material not readily found elsewhere. Postgraduate students of quantum optics will find this work to be of the greatest utility... Care has been taken to present quite difficult topics in the simplest and most straightforward way; and yet the treatment is concise and focused... Experienced researchers will find that this text is a most convenient handbook of techniques, and will want it close to their elbow. * Contemporary Physics, 1998, vol. 39, no. 4 *Table of Contents1. Foundations ; 2. Coherent interactions ; 3. Operators and states ; 4. Quantum statistics of fields ; 5. Dissipative processes ; 6. Dressed states ; Appendices ; Selected bibliography ; Index

    15 in stock

    £175.00

  • Oxford University Press ManyBody Quantum Theory in Condensed Matter Physics

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    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

    15 in stock

    £90.25

  • Oxford University Press An Introduction to Quantum Computing

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    Book SynopsisThis concise, accessible text provides a thorough introduction to quantum computing - an exciting emergent field at the interface of the computer, engineering, mathematical and physical sciences. Aimed at advanced undergraduate and beginning graduate students in these disciplines, the text is technically detailed and is clearly illustrated throughout with diagrams and exercises. Some prior knowledge of linear algebra is assumed, including vector spaces and inner products. However, prior familiarity with topics such as quantum mechanics and computational complexity is not required.Trade ReviewThe book is spiced with Try Its, brief exercises that engage the readers in problem solving (both with and without mathematics) and help them digest the many counter-intuitive quantum information science and quantum computing concepts. * MathSciNet *Table of ContentsPreface ; 1. Introduction and background ; 2. Linear algebra and the Dirac notation ; 3. Qubits and the framework of quantum mechanics ; 4. A quantum model of computation ; 5. Superdense coding and quantum teleportation ; 6. Introductory quantum algorithms ; 7. Algorithms with super-polynomial speed-up ; 8. Algorithms based on amplitude amplification ; 9. Quantum computational complexity theory and lower bounds ; 10. Quantum error correction ; Appendices ; Bibliography ; Index

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    £54.90

  • Oxford University Press Practical Quantum Mechanics

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    Book SynopsisThis book presents the reader with modern tools, approaches, approximations, and applications of quantum mechanics. Quantum mechanics forms the foundation of all modern physics, including atomic, nuclear, and molecular physics, the physics of the elementary particles, condensed matter physics, and also modern astrophysics.Trade Review"The book teaches students how to approach and solve the types of quantum mechanical problems they will encounter throughout their careers. It will serve as an excellent text for a graduate level course." * C. Stephen Hellberg, Naval Research Laboratory *Table of Contents1. Schrodinger equation on a lattice ; 2. Dirac notation ; 3. Back to Schrodinger equation on the lattice ; 4. Operator-mechanics ; 5. Time evolution and wave packets ; 6. Simulaneaous observables ; 7. Continuity equation and wavefunction properties ; 8. Bond states in one-dimension ; 9. Scattering in one dimension ; 10. Periodic Potentials ; 11. The harmonic oscillator ; 12. WKB approximation ; 13. Quantum mechanics and path integrals ; 14. Applications of path integrals ; 15. Angular momentum ; 16. Bound states in spherically symmetric potentials ; 17. The hydrogen-like atom ; 18. Angular momentum and spherical symmetry ; 19. Scattering in 3D ; 20. Time independent perturbation expansion ; 21. Applications of perturbation theory ; 22. Time-dependent Hamiltonian ; 23. Spin angular momentum ; 24. Adding angular momenta ; 25. Identical particles ; 26. Elementary atomic physics ; 27. Molecules ; 28. The elasticity field ; 29. Quantization of the free electromagnetic field ; 30. Interaction of radiation with charged particles ; 31. Elementary relativistic quantum mechanics

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    £54.15

  • Oxford University Press Interpreting Quantum Theories

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    Book SynopsisTraditionally, philosophers of quantum mechanics have addressed exceedingly simple systems: a pair of electrons in an entangled state, or an atom and a cat in Dr. Schrodinger''s diabolical device. But recently, much more complicated systems, such as quantum fields and the infinite systems at the thermodynamic limit of quantum statistical mechanics, have attracted, and repaid, philosophical attention. Interpreting Quantum Theories has three entangled aims. The first is to guide those familiar with the philosophy of ordinary QM into the philosophy of ''QM infinity'', by presenting accessible introductions to relevant technical notions and the foundational questions they frame. The second aim is to develop and defend answers to some of those questions. Does quantum field theory demand or deserve a particle ontology? How (if at all) are different states of broken symmetry different? And what is the proper role of idealizations in working physics? The third aim is to highlight ties between Trade ReviewEach of these chapters by itself makes an important contribution to philosophy of physics; but amazingly, Ruetsche ties them each to the overarching argument against pristine interpretations and for a modification of traditional scientific realism. ... It is a book that repays close study and which should be discussed extensively by philosophers in the years to come. * Hans Halvorson, Metascience *All in all, the book is a remarkable achievement: at one and the same time a cohesive account of a major body of work by the author and others, an accessible and philosophically sensitive introduction to the field, a powerful defence of a largely novel position in philosophy of science through careful attention to scientific details, and an impressive advertisement for the value of that strategy in philosophy of science that places a high premium on mathematical rigour, without losing focus on the philosophical issues at hand. It is not the only strategy available but, in Reutsches hands at least, it is remarkably effective. * David Wallace, The British Journal for the Philosophy of Science *Ruetsche's book is set apart from many of the recent books of the philosophy of physics, not only in its engagement with the quantum theory of infinite systems (including quantum field theory), but also in its explicit engagement with questions from general philosophy of science ... It is a book that repays close study and which should be discussed extensively by philosophers in the years to come. * Hans Halvorson, Metascience *Table of ContentsContents ; Preface ; Abbreviations and Symbols ; 1. Exegesis Saves: Interpreting Physical Theories ; 2. Quantizing ; 3. Beyond the Stone-von Neumann Theorem ; 4. Representation Without Taxation ; 5. Axioms for Quantum Theories ; 6. Interpreting Quantum Theories: Some Options ; 7. Extraordinary QM ; 8. Interpreting Extraordinary QM ; 9. Is Particle Physics Particle Physics? ; 10. Particles and the Void ; 11. Phenomenological Particle Notions ; 12. A Matter of Degree: Making Sense of Phase Structure ; 13. Interlude: Symmetry Breaking in QSM ; 14. Broken Symmetry and Physicists' QFT ; 15. Morals? ; References

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    £106.88

  • Oxford University Press Emergent Multiverse

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    Book SynopsisThe Emergent Multiverse presents a striking new account of the ''many worlds'' approach to quantum theory. The point of science, it is generally accepted, is to tell us how the world works and what it is like. But quantum theory seems to fail to do this: taken literally as a theory of the world, it seems to make crazy claims: particles are in two places at once; cats are alive and dead at the same time. So physicists and philosophers have often been led either to give up on the idea that quantum theory describes reality, or to modify or augment the theory. The Everett interpretation of quantum mechanics takes the apparent craziness seriously, and asks, ''what would it be like if particles really were in two places at once, if cats really were alive and dead at the same time''? The answer, it turns out, is that if the world were like that--if it were as quantum theory claims--it would be a world that, at the macroscopic level, was constantly branching into copies--hence the more sensationalist name for the Everett interpretation, the ''many worlds theory''. But really, the interpretation is not sensationalist at all: it simply takes quantum theory seriously, literally, as a description of the world. Once dismissed as absurd, it is now accepted by many physicists as the best way to make coherent sense of quantum theory.David Wallace offers a clear and up-to-date survey of work on the Everett interpretation in physics and in philosophy of science, and at the same time provides a self-contained and thoroughly modern account of it--an account which is accessible to readers who have previously studied quantum theory at undergraduate level, and which will shape the future direction of research by leading experts in the field.Trade ReviewThe Emergent Multiverse is the most extensive, careful, and wide-ranging discussion of Hugh Everetts so-called Many Worlds interpretation of quantum theory in existence (at least on our branch of the multiverse), and is certain to become the locus classicus for all future discussions of the theory. Since the first obligation of a reviewer is to give guidance to potential readers, I will discharge that obligation first: if you have any interest in studying or trying to understand the Everett theory, you must get this book. You wont find a better discussion of both foundational issues and far-flung consequences of the theory anywhere. David Wallace has been brooding on the theory, and fielding objections to it, for over a decade. His considered views and responses are as careful and sophisticated as any on the market, and are equally attuned to physical and to philosophical issues. * Tim Maudlin, Nous *This book is an outstanding achievement. It presents the current state of the art in the Everett interpretation to a depth and level of sophistication that will be appreciated by the leading experts in the foundations of quantum theory (of whom Wallace is one) -- and will educate them, and should chasten most of them. Yet, at the same time, the presentation is so clear and down-to-earth that this could serve as an introductory textbook for (say) undergraduates who are unfamiliar with any of the issues or even with quantum theory. This combination of relentlessly watertight argument with relentless common sense, however counter-intuitive the subject matter, is something Wallace is very good at. So much so that I think that even a philosophically-minded lay person, who would have to skip most of the technical discussion and equations, might nevertheless devour this book and learn a great deal from it * David Deutsch, Centre for Quantum Computation, The Clarendon Laboratory, University of Oxford *Nobody has done more to defend, clarify and advance the Everett interpretation over the past dozen years than Wallace, and this book is the culmination of his work on this area. As those who have read Wallace's articles will expect, it is an excellent book, and should be required reading for anyone interested in the foundations of quantum mechanics * Peter J. Lewis, Notre Dame Philosophical Reviews *The dialogic interludes are insightful and entertaining. The quotations at the beginning of each sectionare incredibly to the point...I recommend to everyone, especially to sceptics of the MWI to read this book: enjoy the brilliant and engaging style... * Lev Vaidman, The British Journal for the Philosophy of Science *Table of ContentsPART I: THE PLURALITY OF WORLDS; PART II: PROBABILITY IN A BRANCHING UNIVERSE; PART III: QUANTUM MECHANICS, EVERETT STYLE; APPENDICES

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  • Oxford University Press An Introduction to Statistical Mechanics and Thermodynamics

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    Book SynopsisThis text presents the two complementary aspects of thermal physics as an integrated theory of the properties of matter. Conceptual understanding is promoted by thorough development of basic concepts. In contrast to many texts, statistical mechanics, including discussion of the required probability theory, is presented first. This provides a statistical foundation for the concept of entropy, which is central to thermal physics. A unique feature of the book is the development of entropy based on Boltzmann''s 1877 definition; this avoids contradictions or ad hoc corrections found in other texts. Detailed fundamentals provide a natural grounding for advanced topics, such as black-body radiation and quantum gases. An extensive set of problems (solutions are available for lecturers through the OUP website), many including explicit computations, advance the core content by probing essential concepts. The text is designed for a two-semester undergraduate course but can be adapted for one-semeTrade ReviewIn his innovative new text, Carnegie Mellon University physics professor Robert Swendsen presents the foundations of statistical mechanics with, as he puts it, a detour through thermodynamics. That's a desirable strategy because the statistical approach is more fundamental than the classical thermodynamics approach and has many applications to current research problems. [] The mathematical notation is carefully introduced and useful; the selected mathematical techniques are clearly explained in a conversational style that both graduate and advanced undergraduate students will find easy to follow. The author's subject organization and conceptual viewpoint address some of the shortcomings of conventional developments of thermal physics and will be helpful to students and researchers seeking a deep appreciation of statistical physics. * Physics Today *Bob Swendsen's book is very well thought out, educationally sound, and more original than other texts. * Jan Tobochnik, Kalamazoo College, USA *Robert Swendsen is a well-respected researcher who has developed many novel algorithms that illustrate his deep understanding of statistical mechanics. His textbook reflects his deep understanding and will likely have a major impact on the way statistical mechanics and thermodynamics is taught. Particularly noteworthy is Swendsen's treatment of entropy, following Boltzmann's original definition in terms of probability, and his comprehensive discussion of the fundamental principles and applications of statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. Students and instructors will enjoy reading the book as much as Swendsen obviously enjoyed writing it. * Harvey Gould, Clark University, USA *In this reader-friendly, excellent text, the author provides a unique combination of the best of two worlds: traditional thermodynamics (following Callen's footsteps) and modern statistical mechanics (including VPython codes for simulations). * Royce Zia, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, USA *Swendsen is famous for developing Monte Carlo algorithms which dramatically speed up the simulation of many systems near a phase transition. The ideas for those algorithms required deep understanding of statistical mechanics, an understanding which is now fully applied to this excellent textbook. * Peter Young, University of California, USA *Table of ContentsI ENTROPY; II INTRODUCTION TO THERMODYNAMICS; III CLASSICAL STATISTICAL MECHANICS; IV QUANTUM STATISTICAL MECHANICS

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  • Oxford University Press, USA Quantum Theory from Small to Large Scales

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    Book SynopsisThis book collects lecture courses and seminars given at the Les Houches Summer School 2010 on "Quantum Theory: From Small to Large Scales". It reviews the state-of-the-art developments in this field by touching on different research topics from an interdisciplinary perspective.Table of Contents1. A Word from the Organizers ; 2. Mass Renormalization in Nonrelativstic Quantum Electrodynamics ; 3. Quantum Brownian Motion ; 4. The Temporal Ultraviolet Limit ; 5. Locality in Quantum Systems ; 6. Entropic Fluctuations in Quantum Statistical Mechanics - An Introduction ; 7. Quantum Phase Transitions: Introduction and Some Open Problems ; 8. Cold Quantum Gases and Bose-Einstein Condensation ; 9. Renormalization Group and Problem of Radiation ; 10. SUSY Statistical Mechanics and Random Band Matrices ; 11. Long-time diffusion for a quantum particle ; 12. Universality of Generalized Wigner Matrices ; 13. On Transport in Quantum Devices ; 14. The ground state construction of the two-dimennsion Hubbard model on the honeycomb lattice

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  • Oxford University Press Many Worlds

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    Book SynopsisWhat does realism about the quantum state imply? What follows when quantum theory is applied without restriction, if need be, to the whole universe? These are the questions which an illustrious team of philosophers and physicists debate in this volume. All the contributors are agreed on realism, and on the need, or the aspiration, for a theory that unites micro- and macroworlds, at least in principle. But the further claim argued by some is that if you allow the Schrödinger equation unrestricted application, supposing the quantum state to be something physically real, then this universe is one of countlessly many others, constantly branching in time, all of which are real. The result is the many worlds theory, also known as the Everett interpretation of quantum mechanics.The contrary claim sees this picture of many worlds as in no sense inherent in quantum mechanics, even when the latter is allowed unrestricted scope and even given that the quantum state itself is something physically Trade ReviewThis book provides arguably the most vivid and comprehensive treatment of both state-of-the art developments within and criticism of the Everett interpretation. * Guido Bacciagaluppi, Metascience *Table of Contents1. WHY MANY WORLDS?; 2. PROBLEMS WITH ONTOLOGY; 3. PROBABILITY IN THE EVERETT INTERPRETATION; 4. CRITICAL REPLIES; 5. ALTERNATIVES TO MANY WORLDS; 6. NOT ONLY MANY WORLDS

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  • Oxford University Press Quantum Electronics for Atomic Physics and Telecommunication

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    Book SynopsisQuantum Electronics for Atomic Physics provides a course in quantum electronics for researchers in atomic physics and other related areas such as telecommunications. The book covers the usual topics, such as Gaussian beams, lasers, nonlinear optics and modulation techniques, but also includes a number of areas not usually found in a textbook on quantum electronics. Among the latter are such practical matters as the enhancement of nonlinear processes in a build-up cavity or periodically polled waveguide, impedance matching into a cavity, laser frequency stabilization (including servomechanism theory), astigmatism in ring cavities, and frequency locking a laser to an atomic or molecular line. The second edition includes a new complete chapter on optical waveguide theory, fiber optic components and fiber lasers. Other updates include new coverage of mode locked fiber lasers, comb generation in a micro-resonator, and periodically poled optical waveguides.Trade ReviewReview from previous edition This is a well-written and readable introduction to quantum electronics which treats topics not usually found in traditional texts. Nagourney has put together what could become a standard book in the field. * Ifan Hughes, Durham University *Graduate students and researchers in atomic physics, as well as university lecturers, will find this a useful resource. * Cern Courier *Table of Contents1. Gaussian beams ; 2. Optical resonators - geometrical properties ; 3. Energy relations in optical cavities ; 4. Optical cavity as frequency discriminator ; 5. Laser gain and some of its consequences ; 6. Laser oscillation and pumping mechanisms ; 7. Descriptions of specific CW laser systems ; 8. Laser gain in a semiconductor ; 9. Semiconductor diode lasers ; 10. Guided wave devices and fiber lasers ; 11. Mode-locked lasers and frequency metrology ; 12. Laser frequency stabilization and control systems ; 13. Atomic and molecular discriminants ; 14. Nonlinear optics ; 15. Frequency and amplitude modulation

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  • Oxford University Press The Wave Function

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    Book SynopsisThis is a new volume of original essays on the metaphysics of quantum mechanics. The essays address questions such as: What fundamental metaphysics is best motivated by quantum mechanics? What is the ontological status of the wave function? Does quantum mechanics support the existence of any other fundamental entities, e.g. particles? What is the nature of the fundamental space (or space-time manifold) of quantum mechanics? What is the relationship between the fundamental ontology of quantum mechanics and ordinary, macroscopic objects like tables, chairs, and persons? The volume includes a comprehensive introduction with a history of quantum mechanics and the debate over its metaphysical interpretation focusing especially on the main realist alternatives.Trade ReviewThe essays target an audience of philosophers in science, but the book is also benecial for theoretical physicists. The book can be highly recommended for reader who are looking at the foundations of quantum theory. The book also provides a rich source of references also from a historical point of view. * Willi-Hans Steeb, Zentralblatt Math *This is an uncommonly good collection of essays on the metaphysical foundations of quantum mechanics. It contains work on a compelling subject from a number of the most engaging philosophers of physics, and the overall standard of clarity is exceptional. * Jeffrey A. Barrett, Notre Dame Philosophical Reviews *...a highly recommended book. It brings a series of problems that are typically philosophical to the domain of quantum mechanics, and does so in an accessible way. * Decio Krause and Jonas R. B. Arenhart, Metascience *... the book is an excellent and enjoyable piece of philosophy, as one gets to see a single problem attacked from many distinct and compelling perspectives. If interested in the metaphysics of the quantum wavefunction, then this collection is a great choice. * Craig Callender, The British Journal for the Philosophy of Science *Table of ContentsPreface ; David Z. Albert and Alyssa Ney ; Introduction ; Alyssa Ney ; Chapter 1. Wave Function Realism ; David Z. Albert ; Chapter 2. Primitive Ontology and the Structure of Fundamental Physical Theories ; Valia Allori ; Chapter 3. Whither Wave-Function Realism? ; Steven French ; Chapter 4. Reality and the Role of the Wavefunction in Quantum Theory ; Sheldon Goldstein and Nino Zanghi ; Chapter 5. Dimension and Illusion ; Peter J. Lewis ; Chapter 6. The Nature of the Quantum State ; Tim Maudlin ; Chapter 7. Against 3N-Dimensional Space ; Bradley Monton ; Chapter 8. Ontological Reduction and the Wave Function Ontology ; Alyssa Ney ; Chapter 9. The Structure of a Quantum World ; Jill North ; Chapter 10. A Prolegomenon to the Ontology of the Everett Interpretation ; David Wallace

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  • Lulu.com Alberts Dream A hidden document discovered in Einsteins study room revolutionizes theoretical physics

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  • Penguin Random House LLC Collective Electrodynamics Quantum Foundations of Electromagnetism

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    Book SynopsisIn this book Carver Mead offers a radically new approach to the standard problems of electromagnetic theory. Motivated by the belief that the goal of scientific research should be the simplification and unification of knowledge, he describes a new way of doing electrodynamics—collective electrodynamics—that does not rely on Maxwell''s equations, but rather uses the quantum nature of matter as its sole basis. Collective electrodynamics is a way of looking at how electrons interact, based on experiments that tell us about the electrons directly. (As Mead points out, Maxwell had no access to these experiments.) The results Mead derives for standard electromagnetic problems are identical to those found in any text. Collective electrodynamics reveals, however, that quantities that we usually think of as being very different are, in fact, the same—that electromagnetic phenomena are simple and direct manifestations of quantum phenomena. Mead views his approach as a first step toward reformulating quantum concepts in a clear and comprehensible manner. The book is divided into five sections: magnetic interaction of steady currents, propagating waves, electromagnetic energy, radiation in free space, and electromagnetic interaction of atoms. In an engaging preface, Mead tells how his approach to electromagnetic theory was inspired by his interaction with Richard Feynman.

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  • Springer Momentum Distributions Workshop Proceedings Biology 260

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  • Springer Quantum Communication Computing and Measurement

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  • The Quantum Universe

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  • St Martin's Press God Effect

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  • Farrar, Straus & Giroux Inc Spooky Action at a Distance

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    Book SynopsisPhysicists have discovered a phenomenon that operates outside the confines of space and time: nonlocality - the ability of two particles to act in harmony no matter how far apart they may be. If space isn't what we thought it was, then what is it? In Spooky Action at a Distance, the journalist George Musser sets out to answer that question.

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  • The God Equation

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  • Springer New York Fundamentals of Applied Dynamics Advanced Texts in Physics

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    Book SynopsisA translation of the highly acclaimed text by Roberto Tenenbaum (originally published in Portuguese). Requiring no more than a basic course in calculus, the text employs an intuitive approach, from the point of view of Newtonian mechanics, that avoids the complications of Hamiltonian and Lagrangian formalism.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: "[Fundamentals of Applied Dynamics] contains a large number of examples treated in great detail... The author takes great pains to carefully examine all the points touched upon ... The material is presented in a very systematic way, almost always going from the general to the more particular. The text is extremely clear and consistent, and all the figures are of excellent quality... The careful, authoritative and comprehensive way in which the material is presented reflects the long experience of the author in teaching dynamics to generations of students." Peter Hagedorn, Darmstadt University of Technology From the reviews: "One of the problems of teaching physics and engineering … is that there is insufficient time in a typical course to study the … subject in detail. The strength of this book is that it does just that. … The subject matter is very carefully introduced … . copiously illustrated with figures and worked examples and there is an extensive set of exercises. … the book is extremely readable. … a welcome addition to any university library." (Professor J. Hugill, Contemporary Physics, Vol. 46(4), 2005) "Provides students with all of the essential knowledge they need to solve problems in classical mechanics. … Precise notation and consistent methodology are used … . there is a valuable index. … fascinatingly useful to undergraduate students in engineering courses. … One can fully appreciate the remarkable and splendid value evident in this contribution. A stimulating introduction to the book is provided … . a solid base for a graduate course on analytical mechanics." (Current Engineering Practice, Vol. 47, 2004-2005) Table of ContentsContentsPrefaceTo the Reader Chapter 1 Introduction1.1 Brief Historical Background1.2 Mechanical Models1.3 The Laws of Motion1.4 Mass Center1.5 Methodology1.6 NotationExercise Series #1 Chapter 2 Vectors and Moments2.1 Free, Sliding, and Bound Vectors2.2 Moments2.3 Vector Systems2.4 Equivalent Systems2.5 Central Axis2.6 Forces and Torques2.7 FrictionExercise Series #2 Chapter 3 Kinematics3.1 Di.erentiation of Vectors and Reference Frames3.2 Angular Velocity of a Rigid Body3.3 Use of Di.erent Reference Frames3.4 Angular Acceleration3.5 Position, Velocity, and Acceleration3.6 Kinematic Theorems3.7 Motion of Particles3.8 Rigid Body Motion3.9 Rolling3.10 Mechanical SystemsExercise Series #3Exercise Series #4Exercise Series #5 Chapter 4 Dynamics of Particles4.1 Dynamic Properties4.2 Newton’s Second Law4.3 Plane Motion4.4 Angular Momentum4.5 Work and Potentials4.6 Work and Energy4.7 Impulse and Impact4.8 Conservation PrinciplesExercise Series #6 Chapter 5 Dynamics of Systems5.1 Dynamic Properties5.2 Force Systems5.3 Equations of Motion5.4 Continuous Systems5.5 Work and Potentials5.6 Work and Energy5.7 Conservation Principles5.8 FluidsExercise Series #7 Chapter 6 Inertia6.1 Mass and Mass Center6.2 Inertia Properties of a Particle6.3 Inertia Properties of Systems and BodiesContents xv6.4 Cartesian Coordinates6.5 Transfer of Axes6.6 Principal Directions of InertiaExercise Series #8Exercise Series #9 Chapter 7 Dynamics of the Rigid Body7.1 Dynamic Properties7.2 Equations of Motion7.3 Work on a Rigid Body7.4 Work and Energy7.5 Plane MotionExercise Series #10Exercise Series #11 Chapter 8 Advanced Topics8.1 Motion with a Fixed Point8.2 Gyroscopic Motion8.3 General Motion8.4 Impulse and Impact Exercise Series #12Appendix A Linear AlgebraA.1 ScalarsA.2 VectorsA.3 TensorsA.4 Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors Exercise Series #13Appendix B LinkagesAppendix C Properties of InertiaC.1 LinesC.2 SectionsC.3 SurfacesC.4 SolidsAppendix D Answers to the ExercisesIndex

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  • Springer Mathematica for Theoretical Physics

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  • Springer New York Quantum Dynamics with Trajectories

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    Book Synopsisto Quantum Trajectories.- The Bohmian Route to the Hydrodynamic Equations.- The Phase Space Route to the Hydrodynamic Equations.- The Dynamics and Properties of Quantum Trajectories.- Function and Derivative Approximation on Unstructured Grids.- Applications of the Quantum Trajectory Method.- Adaptive Methods for Trajectory Dynamics.- Quantum Trajectories for Multidimensional Dynamics.- Approximations to the Quantum Force.- Derivative Propagation Along Quantum Trajectories.- Quantum Trajectories in Phase Space.- Mixed Quantum-Classical Dynamics.- Topics in Quantum Hydrodynamics: The Stress Tensor and Vorticity.- Quantum Trajectories for Stationary States.- Challenges and Opportunities.Trade ReviewFrom the reviews: "This excellent book covers a wide range of topics associated with Quantum Hydrodynamics. It's an excellent survey of the history, current state-of-the-field, and future research directions." (Brian Kendrick, Theoretical Division, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, NM, USA) "The book is unique in that it addresses with equal expertise, computational methodology and theoretical connections at the interface between de Broglie-Bohm theory and phase space moment methods. A highly didactic text, to be recommended to graduate students and researchers in physics and chemistry." (Irene Burghardt, Dépt. de chimie, Ecole Normale Supérieure, Paris, France) "Wyatt shows how one can use the ideas drawn from Bohm's interpretation to develop new and efficient computational methods for both time dependent and time independent quantum mechanics.This is THE definitive text on practical Bohmian mechanics." (Eric Bittner, Dept. of Chemistry, University of Houston, TX, USA) "The book under review is a good introduction to quantum hydrodynamics and an invaluable survey of the subject. It is written in clear and rigorous language and may be helpful both for novices having basic knowledge in quantum mechanics and experts. … Numerous illustrations, results of numerical computations and historical comments make reading more fascinating." (Sergei A. Nemnyugin, Mathematical Reviews, Issue 2006 k) "This book presents the state of the art in the quantum trajectory (QT) method and its applications in quantum hydrodynamics. … In addition to advanced issues at the level of professional researchers, the book also contains many introductory elements that can nicely serve also to graduate students as a suitable extension of their textbook literature on quantum mechanics. Numerous boxes with outlines and summaries of basic results of chapter are particularly valuable to those who need a brief and concise information on a particular item." (Vladimir Cadež, Zentralblatt MATH, Vol. 1107 (9), 2007)Table of Contentsto Quantum Trajectories.- The Bohmian Route to the Hydrodynamic Equations.- The Phase Space Route to the Hydrodynamic Equations.- The Dynamics and Properties of Quantum Trajectories.- Function and Derivative Approximation on Unstructured Grids.- Applications of the Quantum Trajectory Method.- Adaptive Methods for Trajectory Dynamics.- Quantum Trajectories for Multidimensional Dynamics.- Approximations to the Quantum Force.- Derivative Propagation Along Quantum Trajectories.- Quantum Trajectories in Phase Space.- Mixed Quantum-Classical Dynamics.- Topics in Quantum Hydrodynamics: The Stress Tensor and Vorticity.- Quantum Trajectories for Stationary States.- Challenges and Opportunities.

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