Simplified classical mechanics, volume 2 (second edition)

Simplified Classical Mechanics, Second Edition, Volume II, Gravity and the Conservation Laws, explores Newton’s Universal Law of Gravitation, Conservation Laws (such as the conservation of energy and the conservation of linear momentum), and the dynamics of rotational motion.

A classical thermodynamics toolkit

A typical applied sciences curriculum begins with the basics of dynamics followed by thermodynamics. While dynamics deals with a system at rest or in motion, thermodynamics discusses the mass and energy interaction of a system with its surroundings. A thermodynamic process results when a system c...

The mössbauer effect (second edition)

This updated and significantly expanded second edition of "The Mössbauer Effect" describes the basic physics of the Mössbauer effect and its applications in a variety of fields including physics, chemistry, materials science, biology, mineralogy and archaeology.

Advanced metamaterials for engineers

The scope of this book is metamaterials and their application areas, and the aim of the book is to enable engineers and researchers interested in the application areas of metamaterials to access a lot of information about metamaterials in a single book.

Biophysics of the senses (second edition)

Biophysics of the Senses (Second Edition) connects fundamental properties of physics to biological systems, relating them directly to the human body. This is an exciting view of how sensory aspects of biophysics are utilized in everyday life for students who are curious but struggle with the conn...

Introduction to pharmaceutical biotechnology, volume 2

This book addresses the characteristics of genomics, genome sequencing, comparative genomics and genomic evolution. It will be of interest to biochemists, biologists, microbiologists, biotechnologists, food technologists and all others involved in the research and development of the biological ap...

Introduction to the mathematical physics of nonlinear waves (second edition)

The book covers the fundamental properties of nonlinear waves, dealing with both theory and experiment. The aim is to emphasize established tools and introduce new methods underpinning important new developments in this field, especially as applied to solid state materials, now including supercon...

An introduction to district heating and cooling

This research and reference text presents the fundamentals of the engineering of District Heating and Cooling, a system for that has received an increasing amount of investment and has the potential to contribute significantly to the mitigation of climate change.

A multidisciplinary approach to quantum field theory, volume 1

This book is a multidisciplinary introduction to quantum field theory. The first volume introduces wide ranging topics from topics including free (noninteracting) fields, field quantization, interacting fields, Feynman diagrams, scattering, cross sections and decay rates; renormalization; symmetr...

Modern applications of 3d/4d ultrasound imaging in radiotherapy

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the role of 3D/4D ultrasound imaging in radiotherapy. It identifies barriers to the clinical implementation of ultrasound-guided radiotherapy, and provides a critical discussion of potential solutions as well as highlighting exciting new opportunitie...

Measurements and performance characteristics of diagnostic x-ray tubes and generators (third edition)

This book describes the theoretical principals and provides practical advice on the performance of QA measurements and discusses important performance parameters and the results that may be expected.

Artificial intelligence in adaptive radiation therapy

Adaptive radiation therapy (ART) is a form of radiation therapy that uses real-time imaging to adjust the radiation dose and target volume during treatment, improving the accuracy of radiation delivery and minimizing damage to healthy tissue. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been increasingly use...

Quantum computing (second edition)

This comprehensive second edition will allow readers to develop a working understanding of quantum computing as part of their general education or as a prelude to independent research on quantum computing.

First-principles calculations for cathode, electrolyte and anode battery materials

This book presents the first-principles calculations that can be used to determine the essential chemical and physical characteristics of cathode, electrolyte and anode materials in ion-based batteries. It is ideal for researchers and senior graduate students working on the theory and fundamental...

Principles of multimessenger astronomy

This book provides a broad introduction to multimessenger astronomy. The unique physics of each messenger is introduced, as well as the physics of their detection and interpretation. An additional focus is the discussion of techniques and topics that are common to more than one messenger.

Diffractive lens design

The book explains to the reader the necessary considerations and modelling ideas required for the successful design of optical imaging systems incorporating diffractive surfaces.

A field theory approach to photonics

Starting with the familiar classical electrodynamics framework of Maxwell’s equations and the light-matter interaction in the dipole approximation, this book slowly guides the reader through a journey that will touch several different aspects of Photonics and field theory, including quantisation,...

Hadronic jets (second edition)

This second edition course text provides a general overview of jet physics by presenting the basic experimental and theoretical problems arising when dealing with jets, and describing the solutions proposed in recent years. As a second edition, this book builds upon and complements the first thro...

A course on digital image processing with matlab®

A Course on Digital Image Processing with MATLAB® describes the principles and techniques of image processing using MATLAB®. Every chapter is accompanied by a collection of exercises and programming assignments, the book is augmented with supplementary MATLAB code, and hints and solutions to prob...

Active galactic nuclei

This book covers how Active Galactic Nuclei (AGN) are fueled by gas (or stars), how we can account for the wide variety of AGN observed, from Seyfert/Liners to quasars, and for the two types (AGN 1 and 2) either through dust obscuration, and geometrical orientation arguments, or through intrinsic...

Molecularly imprinted polymers for environmental monitoring

This multidisciplinary book provides a comprehensive overview of the fabrication and development of molecularly imprinted polymer-based devices for various sensing applications.

Electrochemical ph sensors

The measurement of pH, which enables the determination of acidity or basicity of a solution, has significant importance in many chemical and biological reactions and in our daily lives. Electrochemical pH sensors are in high demand in numerous applications such as food processing, health monitori...

Spectroscopic and microscopy techniques for archaeological and cultural heritage research (second edition)

This edition presents microscopic and spectroscopic techniques and their applications in Archaeological and cultural heritage research.

A practical introduction to beam physics and particle accelerators (third edition)

This book provides an exposition of the principles of beam physics and particle accelerators with an emphasis on numerical examples employing readily available computer tools. Two new chapters cover coupled optics, and small machines employed for physics research in scaled experiments.

Quantitative phase microscopy and tomography

This book describes the most advanced QPM techniques and computational imaging techniques using partially spatially coherent monochromatic light rather than coherent lasers. Imaging techniques discussed include speckle-free QPM both off-axis and common path interferometric configurations with hig...

Hot carriers in semiconductors

This research and reference text provides up-to-date coverage of the latest research on hot carriers in semiconductors, with a focus on the background, theoretical approaches, measurements and physical understanding required to engage with the field. Pitched at an introductory level, it equips re...

Space radiation

Space radiation is a topic of growing importance to scientists and researchers as well as the general public. As serious conversation about manned space travel grows, information on the topic will become increasingly needed. This thorough reference text comprehensively covers space radiation and ...

Classical mechanics: lecture notes

Classical Mechanics: Lecture notes, is intended to be the basis for a one-semester graduate-level course on classical mechanics and dynamics, including the mechanics of continua, in particular deformations, elasticity, waves, and fluid dynamics.

Stigmatic optics

This book examines the concept of stigmatism from its base to the most fundamental stigmatic systems. It is an excellent guide for producers of lenses and optical products, and academics in lens design and optics.

Causality rules (second edition)

Causality: Cause and effect. In classical physics, an effect cannot occur before its cause. In Einstein's theory of special relativity, causality means that an effect cannot occur from a cause that is not in the back (past) light cone of that event.

Modern interferometry for length metrology

Modern Interferometry for Length Metrology: Exploring limits and novel techniques gives an overview of refined traditional methods and novel techniques in the field of length and distance metrology. Within the book advanced solutions, which can be used for various applications and can help provid...

Nuclear dynamics in strong laser fields

This text aims to present at a theoretical level the main aspects of high-power lasers interacting with nuclei and is intended for scientists and students interested in this new and challenging area of research.

Theoretical fluid mechanics

This book has been written to aid physics students who wish to pursue a course of self-study in fluid mechanics. It is a comprehensive, completely self-contained text with equations of fluid mechanics derived from first principles, and any required advanced mathematics is either fully explained i...

Lectures on general relativity, cosmology and quantum black holes

This book is a rigorous text for students in physics and mathematics requiring an introduction to the implications and interpretation of general relativity in areas of cosmology. Readers of this text will be well prepared to follow the theoretical developments in the field and undertake research ...

Advanced nuclear radiation detectors

This book is a comprehensive guide to the current state-of-the-art science and technology involved in the analysis and development of gamma-ray nuclear materials for commercial, medical, industrial, military and space applications. Thoroughly compiled, it brings to novice and advanced readers all...

Signal processing with python

This book explores the domain of signal processing using Python, with the help of working examples and accompanying code and introduces the concepts of Python programming via signal processing with numerous hands-on examples and code snippets.

The chandra x-ray observatory

NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has ushered in a revolution in X-ray astronomy. Written by leading experts in the field to celebrate its 20th anniversary this book includes current reviews of the major discoveries and scientific results from Chandra to date. Topics range from solar-system object...

Rays, waves and photons

Rays Waves and Photons presents the foundational concepts of optical science. Written by subject, each topic is presented in a standalone chapter with a brief historical foundation, current developments, and future predictions. This book will provide a useful resource for students, teachers, prof...

Deep learning technologies for social impact

This book highlights the importance of specific frameworks such as IoT-enabled frameworks or serverless cloud frameworks that are applying DL techniques for solving persistent, complex and pressing societal problems. Enhanced through case studies, including those implemented using tensorflow2 and...

Physics of cancer, volume 3 (second edition)

This is the third volume in the Physics of Cancer (Second Edition) set. The focus is on the mechanics and electrics based experimental techniques in biophysics. Each of the seven chapters should be seen as stand alone items, useful to appropriate scientists and researchers

Bismuth oxyhalides

This reference text covers the recent developments in the synthesis of bismuth oxyhalides (BiOX) and their applications in the production of energy, as well as the purification of the environment and wastewater.

Magnetic nanoparticles for medical diagnostics

Magnetic Nanoparticles for Medical Diagnostics aims to encourage members of the medical profession to join experts from other fields of research in exploring the unique physical properties of magnetic nanoparticles for medical applications.

Polyadic algebraic structures

Various algebraic structures are investigated from the viewpoint that the initial arities of all operations are arbitrary ("polyadization" and partial arity freedom principle), and the relations between operations, arising from the structure definitions, lead to restrictions of their arity shapes...

Single and multicomponent digital optical signal analysis

A review of the tools and methods of multicomponent fringe analysis and interferometric data, including a wide range of digital signal-processing-based interferometric data-processing techniques.

Optics and artificial vision

This book provides a concise introduction to computer vision. It equips the reader with the tools needed to understand and engage with digital image processing, the algorithms of optical flow and the algorithms of object detection, using Python® software to show real, implemented applications in ...

Wearable sensors

Written for sensor and instrumentation scientists and engineers, this book reviews the fundamentals of wearable sensors, their function, design and fabrication. It looks at advanced aspects including interface electronics and signal processing for easy interpretation of data, data transmission, d...

Fear of physics

A fear of physics can be problematic for both students and citizens when making science-based decisions. This book discusses reasons behind this fear and the remedies to counter it in terms of attitudes, course planning and execution, laboratory work, information technology, and more.

Numerical modelling of bulk superconductor magnetisation

This book provides readers with numerical analysis techniques to model the magnetisation of bulk superconductors based on the finite element method. How to model bulk superconducting materials and their various magnetisation processes are presented along with an in-depth summary of the current st...

Entropy beyond the second law (second edition)

Entropy is fundamental to the physical universe, and its applications beyond the Second Law of Thermodynamics to classical time-dependent systems and to quantum condensed matter lie at the frontiers of science.

Measurement, uncertainty and lasers

Measurement of values is fundamental in science and technology. Measurement, Uncertainty and Lasers examines the importance of uncertainty, accuracy and precision of measurement, and explains how laser technology has helped improve measurement and redefine standards. This book discusses SI units,...

Semidefinite programming in quantum information science

Semidefinite programming is a class of optimisation problem with application in physics, engineering and mathematics It is particularly suited to problems in quantum physics and quantum information science. This book is a self-contained introduction to semidefinite programming and its widespread ...

Flow dynamics and tissue engineering of blood vessels

The purpose of this book is to provide an overview of regenerative medicine and fluid mechanics principles for the management of clinically diseased blood vessels. Authors discuss tissue engineering aspects and computational fluid mechanical principles, and how they can be used to understand the ...

Optical design for led solid-state lighting

This book provides an overview of the light performance of LED SSL and can further effectively apply optical design to SSL at different levels. Recommended for optical designers, illumination designers, LED optical engineers, students - upper level undergraduate and graduates.

Forecasting with maximum entropy

A unifying framework, based on Information Entropy and its maximization, to connect the phenomenology of evolutionary biology, community ecology, financial economics, and statistical physics, plus a forecasting method for important practical problems in these disciplines,

A guided tour of light beams (second edition)

This book provides an overview of novel types of light beams that exhibit properties previously thought impossible, and discusses their applications. It is an ideal guide for undergraduate students, and also beginning graduate students or researchers who are not experts in this field.

A course on digital image processing with matlab® (second edition)

Designed for a one semester course, the aim of this book is to concentrate on the principles and techniques of image processing. This second edition includes important updates to the first edition, as well as two entirely new chapters, making the book ideal for advanced students in physics and en...

Creative thinking in university physics education

This book explores the neglected notion of creative thinking in physics in universities and describes how to embed opportunities for students to develop their creative competence in class.

A multidisciplinary approach to quantum field theory, volume 2

This book is a multidisciplinary introduction to quantum field theory. The topics covered in the second volume include advanced material, such as phase transitions, the renormalization group, fermions, gauge theories, the 1/N expansions, anomalies, soliton and instantons, and field theory at nonz...

An introduction to astrophysics with python

A hands-on introduction to astronomy using Python, this book helps students apply core concepts to realistic problems. With interactive exercises, visualizations, and a focus on stars and planets, it supports active learning through modern computational techniques.

Plasma kinetic theory

Mechatronics

Written as an introductory textbook for advanced students, it can be used by teachers and students both in lessons and independently. It includes subject knowledge and pedagogical support for teachers of mechatronics. This title will also be an essential reference for practising scientists and en...

Nanobiotechnology and artificial intelligence in gastrointestinal diseases

This book is broadly focused on recent developments in nanotechnology and artificial intelligence-based drug delivery systems, diagnosis, and the role of various nanomaterials in the management of gastrointestinal diseases, such as abdominal pain, bowel obstruction, diarrhoea, pancreatitis, celia...

Cryogenic technologies at the european spallation source

This book describes the design, construction and commissioning of the cryogenic systems at the European Spallation Source, a new Big Science Facility. It also describes the experiences and lessons learned in building a complex cryogenic system in a brand new laboratory with significant in-kind co...

Fundamentals of quantum entanglement (second edition)

This book builds on the first edition of Fundamentals of Quantum Entanglement to provide a transparent introduction to the principles and physics of quantum entanglement. It is an education tool for those practitioners that were not aware of the physical origin of quantum entanglement: the Dirac-...

Sustainable carbon nanomaterials and their applications

Sustainable Carbon Nanomaterials and Their Applications explores the role of carbon-based nanomaterials in promoting global sustainability. With climate change and environmental concerns rising, the book highlights the need for high-performance, eco-friendly materials. It showcases the unique pro...

Advanced security solutions for multimedia

This book is particularly suited for those that bridge the academic world and industry, allowing readers to understand the security concerns in the multimedia domain by reviewing present and evolving security solutions, including machine learning applications, their limitations, and future resear...

Lectures on general relativity, cosmology and quantum black holes (second edition)

The primary goal of this book is to allow students to understand in a critical way two pillars of modern theoretical physics: inflationary theory, and quantum black holes and the information-loss problem. Readers of this text will be well prepared to follow the theoretical developments in the fie...

Pipelined analog to digital converter and fault diagnosis

An ideal reference for graduate students and researchers within electrical, electronics and computer engineering, this book provides a rigorous, theoretical and mathematical analysis for the design of pipelined ADCs, along with detailed practical aspects of implementing it in very large-scale int...

High frequency sources of coherent radiation for fusion plasmas

This book presents both the essentials of magnetically confined plasma physics, as well as the powerful sources of high-frequency coherent radiation used for electron cyclotron resonance heating (ECRH), electron cyclotron resonance current drive (ECRCD), and for plasma ignition, control, and diag...

Thermodynamics of complex systems

This text provides a concise introduction to non-equilibrium thermodynamics of open, complex systems using a first-principles approach. The book is a valuable reference text for researchers interested in thermodynamics and complex systems, and useful supplementary reading for graduate courses in ...

Additive manufacturing in optics and photonics

This book emphasizes the opportunities and current limitations of AM for photonic device engineering. It provides a practical entry point for those new to the field, while offering insights valuable to experienced researchers seeking to integrate 3D printing into their photonics workflow.

Hydrogen

The book covers the journey of hydrogen, from element to condensed matter with exotic physical properties and enormous technological promise as clean energy source and energy carrier. It is suitable for advanced undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral students of hydrogen science and technology,...

Astrophysical recipes (second edition)

In the first edition of this book, the fundamentals for computational astrophysics were outlined, focusing on the use of the Astronomical Multipurpose Software Environment (AMUSE), which is a general-purpose simulation environment in astrophysics written in Python. AMUSE allows you to combine exi...

Principles of biophotonics, volume 2

Principles of Biophotonics, volume two describes detection and statistical representation of optical fields. Beginning by placing the visible spectrum in the context of the electromagnetic frequency range, this presentation stresses how thin of a sliver is normally called the optical spectrum. In...

Problems and solutions in electricity and magnetism

All radiations are electromagnetic waves, generally known as light and obey the laws of optics. This volume presents a collection of problems in electromagnetics covering basics and the varied areas of applications of electromagnetic principles.

Solution-processed solar cells

This book emphasizes on materials development, device engineering, working mechanism aspects of emerging solution-processed solar cell technology. It further delves into their performance and reliability improvement studies and associated challenges.

Optical path theory

Optical path theory is the study of the consequences of the Fermat [principle. The Fermat principle is the axiom, the consequences the theorems. Mathematical presentation of concepts, complete with details, problems, solutions, and a multitude of useful examples - ideal for graduates in optics.

Electroweak baryogenesis (second edition)

This book introduces the theory and formalism of electroweak baryogenesis. The expanded second edition includes an overview of novel calculation techniques, as well as an updated discussion of gravitational waves, collider signatures and electric dipole moments.

Classical mechanics: problems with solutions

This volume, Classical Mechanics: Problems with solutions contains detailed model solutions to the exercise problems formulated in the companion Lecture notes volume. In many cases, the solutions include result discussions that enhance the lecture material. For the reader’s convenience, the probl...

Wide bandgap semiconductor-based electronics

This state-of-the-art reference text provides comprehensive coverage of the challenges and latest research in wide and ultra-wide bandgap semiconductors. Leading researchers from around the world provide reviews on the latest development of materials and devices in these systems.

Classical electrodynamics: problems with solutions

Classical Electrodynamics: Problems with solutions contains detailed model solutions to the exercise problems formulated in the companion lecture notes volume. In many cases, the solutions include result discussions that enhance the lecture material. For the reader’s convenience, the problem assi...

Ferroelectrics

This reference text reviews the most significant aspects in the evolution of the field of ferroelectrics over the past decade by integrating both fundamental and experimental aspects. The book aims to supplement gaps in existing books on ferroelectrics and inspire new developments in the field.

Nuclear waste

In this edited volume, Klaus-Jürgen Röhlig brings together leading researchers from geoengineering, nuclear physics, materials science and the social sciences to provide an overview of the terminology and concepts required to engage with nuclear waste management. Addressing measures and strategie...

Environmental applications of magnetic nanomaterials under the influence of magnetic fields

This book will be a great resource for inquiries about the current advancement of magnetic nanomaterials and numerous applications under the influence of magnetic fields on the sensing and treatment of contaminated ecosystems, as well as a fantastic way to learn about current methods and outcomes...

Transmission, processing, and all-optical routing for ultra-high capacity data center networking (second edition)

This book is designed for the modern world of data centre networking technologies. This second edition offers insights into transport technology for data centres and the principal techniques for modern communication transmission of ultra-wideband channels.

Electrostatics

This book describes the formalism of the electrostatic field in both vacuum and matter, by constructing step-by-step the complete system of Maxwell’s equations, representing the foundation of classical electromagnetism, and is suitable for students taking a general electricity and magnetism (E&am...

Spectroscopy and machine learning for water quality analysis

Spectroscopy and sensor technology is routine in water quality evaluation, coupling with artificial intelligence is opening a new era of quality monitoring and predictive analysis. This book acquaints readers with recent advances and applications for sectors including environmental protection, in...

Monte carlo calculations in nuclear medicine (second edition)

The book provides a review of concepts and methodologies developed and adopted for quantitative imaging-guided radiation dosimetry calculations in targeted radionuclide. It also provides an overview of model design of anthropomorphic computational models and software packages developed for Monte ...

X-ray color imaging

In this book, the author reviews and demonstrates X-ray color imaging, which captures images of chemical elements in the X-ray wavelength range that can be used to create snapshot and movie images for tracking chemical reactions and dynamic systems, and how the technique can be applied to many sc...

Phototransferred thermoluminescence

The purpose of this book is to present and discuss the theory, measurement and analysis of phototransferred thermoluminescence, a method for studying point defects in insulators.

Climate change resilience in the urban environment (second edition)

This book provides a detailed overview of the risks of climate change for urban areas including those risks to human health. This second edition provides fresh perspective to the material in the first edition, and includes additional material on green and blue infrastructure in urban areas, the i...

Advances in modern sensors

Encompasses the physics, design characteristics, simulation and interface electronics and including case studies, future challenges, as well as several other aspects of wider sensor technology, Advances in Modern Sensors provides an overview of modern sensors and their applications. The broad sco...

A modern course in quantum field theory, volume 2

A Modern Course in Quantum Field Theory provides a self-contained pedagogical and constructive presentation of quantum field theory. Written for advanced students, the work provides complete material for a two or three semester course and includes numerous problem exercises, some with detailed so...

Sensors for marine biosciences

The book explores cutting-edge sensor technologies for marine biosciences, emphasizing their applications in pollution monitoring, pathogen detection, and ecosystem sustainability.