A modern introduction to dynamical systems

Dimensional analysis

An accessible, modern, self-contained and systematic overview to dimensional analysis for scientists and engineers. Explains how it can be applied practically to aid y a greater understanding of theoretical concepts, in designing experiments and analysing experimental data. With examples from the...

Full field optical metrology and applications

This book explores specific optical techniques and methods in Full-Field based metrology. The text covers surface metrology and is useful for scientists and engineers. It explores other characteristics related to the surface, such as strain, stress, vibration, contouring, and its x, y, and z disp...

Problems and solutions in rotational mechanics

This book is an extensive resource covering many concepts and topics within rotational mechanics, including over more than four hundred examples and problems with solutions. This book is an ideal resource for aspiring students looking to master the concepts of rotational mechanics, as well as lec...

Electromagnetic waves and lasers (second edition)

This book reviews electromagnetic wave theory with a special emphasis on lasers and how to use them in optical systems. It offers readers a quick overview to gain a competent general understanding of electromagnetic waves and lasers, and how to use lasers in optical systems.

The physics of sound and music, volume 1

This first volume of ‘The Physics of Sound and Music: A complete course text’ is a textbook providing a complete resource to accompany undergraduate courses on the physics of sound and music. It contains all the material needed for a one semester, 14 week, four-credit hour-long course, and is sup...

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...

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...

Inside the stars

This book describes the historical development of our current understanding of stellar interiors. It is a non-mathematical exposition intended for anyone interested in this subject.

A mathematically coherent quantum gravity

This book describes a coherent mathematical framework for both the evolution of discrete space–time and the quantum graviton in the Planck regime. The result is a coherent mathematical framework that encapsulates newer developments on both the evolution of discrete space–time and the quantum grav...

Extragalactic novae

Extragalactic Novae: A historical perspective takes the reader on a journey chronicling the study of a class of eruptive variable stars known as "Novae Stella", Latin for "New Stars". These mysterious transient objects, now referred to simply as novae, have been recognized since antiquity, sudden...

Climate engineering

Written by one of the leading active researchers into climate engineering this textbook will educate those interested in climate engineering. Written in an unbiased manner and provides a detailed description of the various technologies being discussed that might be deployed to ameliorate or rever...

Backscattering sources, volume 2

The top-performing X-ray and gamma ray sources are synchrotrons and Free Electron Lasers, which require large investment. Consequently, more affordable and accessible platforms are required for research and applications based on X-rays and gamma rays. CBS is a subset of Thomson and Compton scatte...

Solving climate change

This book explains how the world can stabilize Earth’s climate and minimize future damage from climate change, presenting the latest analytical tools and data for those who want to help solve the biggest collective challenge humanity has ever faced.

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...

Modeling and design photonics by examples using matlab®

Modeling and Design Photonics by Examples with MATLAB® is a comprehensive study of computational photonics that will help readers to use modeling as an effective tool for designing and optimizing photonic systems.

Astrophysical polarimetry

Planetary diversity

This book presents an exploration of the potential diversity of rocky planets through a quantitative study of how planetary processes change as properties deviate from the Earth. Changes in four specific properties are considered: the presence of a magnetic field, the production and loss of inter...

A concise introduction to quantum mechanics (second edition)

This extended and updated second edition course text presents a logical and concise introduction to the basic concepts, applications, and physical meaning of quantum mechanics. Numerous applications of wave mechanics and Dirac notation are provided, including angular momentum, perturbation theory...

Matrix models of string theory

Beginning with a systematic review of the standard exposition of string theory, this book proceeds to provide a comprehensive presentation of matrix models of string theory and their areas of applications, and includes an appendix on Monte Carlo algorithms and methods used for matrix models of st...

Graphene nanoribbons

In this book, leading editors and authors in the field review the fundamental properties and the current device technology. A one-stop handbook for researchers wanting to further utilise graphene nanoribbons and a valuable reference text for any interested materials and surface scientists, theore...

Handbook of exact solutions to the nonlinear schrödinger equations

This book collects all known solutions to the in one resource nonlinear Schrödinger equation. In addition, the book organizes the solutions by classifying and grouping them based on aspects and symmetries they possess. Accompanied by Mathematica notebooks containing all solutions, it also feature...

Cosmic voids

The book will cover the following main areas: The discovery of voids, theoretical models and application to data, measurements of voids, cosmological constraints, cosmic voids for other areas of astrophysics, and machine learning with voids. Key Features • The first and unique book dedicated to c...

Quantum walks, limits, and transport equations

This book provides an overview of quantum walks, limits, and transport equations. After an introduction to quantum computing, quantum simulation, and then symmetries, it then narrows down to describe quantum transport and quantum walks.

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...

Common envelope evolution

This book explains the physics of common envelope evolution and relates it to the approximations that are frequently used for modeling the onset, progression, and outcome of common envelope phases.

Solitons in crystalline processes (2nd edition)

An introduction to the statistical thermodynamics of phase transitions in crystallized solids, polymers and liquid crystals. Written as an introductory treatise with respect to the soliton concept, the book examines structural transitions where the crystal symmetry changes, magnets and supercondu...

Lens design basics

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles of optical imaging. Targeted at optics and photonics students, it offers a thorough introduction to the field and equips the reader with hands-on training via multiple exercises and case studies.

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.

Light scattering and absorption by particles

This book provides a thorough overview of how particles of any size or shape scatter light and introduces the Q-space analysis of light scattering for researchers in physics and related applied sciences.

Theory of magnetoelectric properties of 2d systems

This book provides a technically rigorous approach to a critical theoretical model. It reviews the magnetic quantization phenomena in emerging low-D materials and develops the tight-binding model in application to quantitization phenomena in 2D materials. The origins of the phenomena are discusse...

Modeling and simulating cardiac electrical activity

This book provides a thorough introduction to the topic of mathematical modeling of electrical activity in the heart, from molecular details of ionic channel dynamics to clinically derived patient-specific models.

Electrostatic phenomena on planetary surfaces (second edition)

This book examines our understanding of electrostatic phenomena on the different planetary surfaces in the solar system using knowledge gathered from instrumentation on space exploration missions.

Atmospheric pressure plasmas at interfaces

Many atmospheric pressure plasma applications involve interactions with solid or liquid surfaces, such as skin or cell cultures in plasma medicine, or nitrogen fixation in plasma agriculture. Often, the plasma interfaces with a liquid layer. While low-pressure plasma surface interactions are well...

Hubble deep field and the distant universe

Hubble Deep Field and the Distant Universe describes this watershed event in the history of astronomy. Aimed at an audience including amateur astronomers, science historians, researchers, Hubble Space Telescope aficionados and students interested in science, this book recounts the development of ...

Developments in photoelasticity

Developments in Photoelasticity presents the time-tested advancements that have brought about a fundamental change in employing photoelastic analysis to solve a diverse range of applications. Focusing on developments made since 2010, this high-level reference text is an invaluable tool for analys...

Energy density functional methods for atomic nuclei

Energy Density Functional Methods for Atomic Nuclei provides a thorough and updated presentation of energy density functional (EDF) techniques in atomic nuclei. Incorporating detailed derivations, practical approaches, examples and figures, a coherent narrative of topics that have hitherto rarely...

Solid state physics

This book is a self-contained undergraduate textbook in solid state physics, designed to accompany a one-semester second or third year course. The book is highly accessible and focuses on a selected set of topics (basically the physics of electrons and phonons), whilst also providing substantial,...

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...

Life with hubble

A behind-the-scenes narrative of the Hubble mission. Told by the now retired Senior Project Scientist for Hubble, David Leckrone, this fascinating story recounts the history of the mission from 1990 to the present day. It tells the stories of scores of individuals who made major contributions to ...

Bias in science and communication

This book is intended as an introduction to a wide variety of biases affecting human cognition, with a specific focus on how they affect scientists and the communication of science. The role of this book is to lay out how these common biases affect the specific types of judgements, decisions and ...

Radiation detection for nuclear physics

This book presents the state-of-the-art in radiation detection of light and heavy ions, beta particles, gamma rays and neutrons. It will be invaluable to PhD students in experimental nuclear physics and nuclear technology, as well as undergraduate students encountering projects based on radiation...

Problems and solutions in many-particle systems

Many-particle systems play a fundamental role in physics where we encounter systems of molecules or systems of elementary particles in quantum field theory. overing a wide range of topics and including more than 400 problems and solutions, this book is an ideal resource for students specialising ...

The possibility of earthquake forecasting

This book uses a holistic approach to address the problems of earthquake forecasting, demonstrating the earthquake preparation process as a complex system that relies on the interaction of different geospheres. The purpose of the book is to widen the understanding of the earthquake preparation pr...

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...

Applied problems in the theory of electromagnetic wave scattering

This book presents the development of electromagnetic theory in the field of scattering for a wide range of objects. Highly useful worked examples are included throughout the book to support the analysis of electromagnetic wave scattering processes.

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.

Problems and solutions in particle mechanics

Mechanics is the backbone of physics, and particle mechanics is the most fundamental aspect. It has two parts; kinematics and dynamics. In this book, units and dimensions are covered in the first chapter, and the 2nd chapter (vectors) is specifically for dealing with all vector operations (additi...

Quantum mechanics: problems with solutions

Quantum 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 readers' convenience, the problem assignments are ...

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.

Magnetically confined fusion plasma physics, volume 3

This book describes advanced kinetic theory and applications for magnetically confined fusion plasmas. It fills the gap between plasma physics textbooks and up-to-date research developments in this field.

Microbial surfactants

Microbial surfactants are a group of versatile amphiphilic molecules produced by microbes through green enzymatic reactions. There is a broad range of applications for these green and sustainable Microbial Surfactants which has aided their importance in current scenarios and future prospects.

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...

Conceptual approach to quantum electrodynamics and applications

This book will develop a conceptual background to understand the basis of quantum electrodynamics (QED) with a minimal mathematical background. However, it will not only give an idea of required mathematical background but assist to understand the basic mathematical techniques. It will also provi...

Quantum chemistry (third edition)

This book provides a basic understanding of the underlying concepts of quantum chemistry. It is both a text for students and a reference for researchers. The emphasis is on explaining ideas rather than enumerating facts or presenting procedural details. Features extensive changes to increase clar...

Analytical lens design (second edition)

With new ideas and results appearing in the field of optics, this second edition presents an in-depth look at lenses free of spherical aberrations and uses illustrative examples.

The cosmic evolution of galaxy structure

This book explores and explains the structural evolution of galaxies, how we measure it, how these measurements change with time, and how observing this reveals important information about galaxy formation and evolution. It also explains the future of the field, including through the use of machi...

Problems and solutions in waves, heat and thermodynamics

This series offers systematically arranged problems with hints and solutions, ideal for mastering physics concepts and extending class content. Useful for entrance exams, GRE, Physics Olympiads, and engineering students, each book contains over 100 problems. This volume covers waves, kinetic theo...

Lens design

Lens Design: Automatic and quasi-autonomous computational methods and techniques is the first book that interactively describes the newest lens design tools. Detailing design methods for a variety of lens forms, this book shows that fixed focus and zoom lenses can be optimized, and it will help e...

Secondary ion mass spectrometry and its application to materials science (second edition)

In this edition, a more detailed overview of the principles of SIMS is given, and of how the development of dual-beam instruments has blurred the traditional fields of dynamic and static SIMS to enable greater analytical possibilities. This is an ideal text for final year undergraduates, first ye...

An introduction to brown dwarfs

This book provides an introduction to brown dwarfs aimed at advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students, supplementing stellar astrophysics or (exo)planetary science classes. It emphasises key theoretical ideas, including brown dwarf concepts, atmospheres, formation, initial mass func...

Exofrontiers

This book is a compendium of key scientific questions, challenges, and opportunities across different areas of exoplanetary science. It provides a starting point for researchers, experts and non-experts alike, to obtain a quick overview of the forefront of exoplanetary science and a vision for th...

Non-equilibrium hydromagnetic dynamos

In short, the main aim of this book is to gather the knowledge and explain the effect of generation of large scale magnetic fields by wave interactions in non-equilibrium turbulent wave field. In addition, the book emphasizes the variety of distinct physical mechanisms leading to mean-field dynam...

Integrability using the sine-gordon and thirring duality

This book provides a description of the duality between two integrable systems: the 1+1-dimensional Sine-Gordon model and the 1+1-dimensional Thirring model. It’s an opportunity for a focussed study of integrability in its wider breadth of interest, maintaining a clear ultimate purpose in mind: u...

Transmission and processing for data center networking

An invaluable source for scientists, engineers, professors and mid-senior level students involved with data transmission and processing, this book offers an insight into data centre transport technology centres and the principal techniques for modern communication transmission of ultra-wideband c...

Artificial intelligence and spectroscopic techniques for gemology applications

This volume highlights the applications of different spectroscopic techniques in gems identification and analysis.

Particle–antiparticle asymmetry in the 𝐵 meson system

This book examines the asymmetry of charge–parity within weak interactions, particularly the B meson system, which is thought to be the cause of the dominance of matter over antimatter throughout the universe.

Accreting binaries

This book describes the nature, formation and evolution of accreting binaries, showing how extensive observations, accompanied by heavy simulations, allow astronomers to better understand the energetic phenomena occurring in these intriguing systems. Aimed at graduate students and researchers, th...

Quantum statistical mechanics in classical phase space

Quantum and classical physics are presented as distinct and unrelated. Transformation to classical phase space gives researchers access to algorithms derived from classical statistical mechanics that promise results on much more favourable terms. This book offers a framework for understanding th...