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Vortex Ring Models

by Ionut Danaila, Felix Kaplanski, Sergei S. Sazhin ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book offers a guide to understanding models of vortex rings, starting from classical ones (circular vortex filament, Hill and Norbury-Fraenkel inviscid models) to very recent models incorporating viscous effects and realistic shapes of the vortex core. Unconfined and confined viscous vortex rings are described by closed formulae for vorticity, stream function, translational velocity, energy, ... Read more

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This book offers a guide to understanding models of vortex rings, starting from classical ones (circular vortex filament, Hill and Norbury-Fraenkel inviscid models) to very recent models incorporating viscous effects and realistic shapes of the vortex core. Unconfined and confined viscous vortex rings are described by closed formulae for vorticity, stream function, translational velocity, energy,
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Nanotechnological Basis for Advanced Sensors

Edited by Johann Peter Reithmaier, Perica Paunovic, Wilhelm Kulisch, Cyril Popov, Plamen Petkov ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Bringing together experts from 15 countries, this book is based on the lectures and contributions of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on “Nanotechnological Basis for Advanced Sensors” held in Sozopol, Bulgaria, 30 May - 11 June, 2010. It gives a broad overview on this topic, and includes articles on: techniques for preparation and characterization of sensor materials; different types of ... Read more

$256.19 CAD

Bringing together experts from 15 countries, this book is based on the lectures and contributions of the NATO Advanced Study Institute on “Nanotechnological Basis for Advanced Sensors” held in Sozopol, Bulgaria, 30 May - 11 June, 2010. It gives a broad overview on this topic, and includes articles on: techniques for preparation and characterization of sensor materials; different types of
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Cavity Optomechanics

Nano- and Micromechanical Resonators Interacting with Light

Edited by Markus Aspelmeyer, Tobias J. Kippenberg, Florian Marquardt ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
During the last few years cavity-optomechanics has emerged as a new field of research. This highly interdisciplinary field studies the interaction between micro and nano mechanical systems and light. Possible applications range from novel high-bandwidth mechanical sensing devices through the generation of squeezed optical or mechanical states to even tests of quantum theory itself. This is one of ... Read more

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During the last few years cavity-optomechanics has emerged as a new field of research. This highly interdisciplinary field studies the interaction between micro and nano mechanical systems and light. Possible applications range from novel high-bandwidth mechanical sensing devices through the generation of squeezed optical or mechanical states to even tests of quantum theory itself. This is one of
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Functional Nanostructures and Sensors for CBRN Defence and Environmental Safety and Security

Edited by Anatolie Sidorenko, Horst Hahn ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Over the last decade, techniques for materials preparation and processing at nanometer scale have advanced rapidly, leading to the introduction of novel principles for a new generation of sensors and detectors. At the same time, the chemical industry, transport and agriculture produce huge amounts of dangerous waste gases and liquids, leading to soil, air and water contamination. One more modern ... Read more

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Over the last decade, techniques for materials preparation and processing at nanometer scale have advanced rapidly, leading to the introduction of novel principles for a new generation of sensors and detectors. At the same time, the chemical industry, transport and agriculture produce huge amounts of dangerous waste gases and liquids, leading to soil, air and water contamination. One more modern
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Fundamentals of Soft Matter Science

by Linda S. Hirst ...

This revised edition continues to provide the most approachable introduction to the structure, characteristics, and everyday applications of soft matter. It begins with a substantially revised overview of the underlying physics and chemistry common to soft materials. Subsequent chapters comprehensively address the different classes of soft materials, from liquid crystals to surfactants, polymers, ... Read more

$182.75 CAD

This revised edition continues to provide the most approachable introduction to the structure, characteristics, and everyday applications of soft matter. It begins with a substantially revised overview of the underlying physics and chemistry common to soft materials. Subsequent chapters comprehensively address the different classes of soft materials, from liquid crystals to surfactants, polymers,
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A Dynamical Perspective on the ɸ4 Model

Past, Present and Future

Edited by Panayotis G. Kevrekidis, Jesús Cuevas-Maraver ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents a careful selection of the most important developments of the \phi^4 model, offering a judicious summary of this model with a view to future prospects and the challenges ahead.Over the past four decades, the \phi^4 model has been the basis for a broad array of developments in the physics and mathematics of nonlinear waves. From kinks to breathers, from continuum media to ... Read more

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This book presents a careful selection of the most important developments of the \phi^4 model, offering a judicious summary of this model with a view to future prospects and the challenges ahead.Over the past four decades, the \phi^4 model has been the basis for a broad array of developments in the physics and mathematics of nonlinear waves. From kinks to breathers, from continuum media to
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Quantum Theory Of Tunneling (2nd Edition)

by Mohsen Razavy ...

In this revised and expanded edition, in addition to a comprehensible introduction to the theoretical foundations of quantum tunneling based on different methods of formulating and solving tunneling problems, different semiclassical approximations for multidimensional systems are presented. Particular attention is given to the tunneling of composite systems, with examples taken from molecular ... Read more

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In this revised and expanded edition, in addition to a comprehensible introduction to the theoretical foundations of quantum tunneling based on different methods of formulating and solving tunneling problems, different semiclassical approximations for multidimensional systems are presented. Particular attention is given to the tunneling of composite systems, with examples taken from molecular
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A Brief Introduction to Topology and Differential Geometry in Condensed Matter Physics (Second Edition)

by Antonio Sergio Teixeira Pires ...

Series series IOP ebooks
Concepts drawn from topology and differential geometry have become essential to the understanding of several phenomena in condensed matter physics. This book provides a self-consistent introduction to the mathematical ideas and methods from these fields that will enable the student of condensed matter physics to begin applying these concepts with confidence. This expanded second edition adds eight ... Read more

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Concepts drawn from topology and differential geometry have become essential to the understanding of several phenomena in condensed matter physics. This book provides a self-consistent introduction to the mathematical ideas and methods from these fields that will enable the student of condensed matter physics to begin applying these concepts with confidence. This expanded second edition adds eight
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High Temperature Superconductivity

Edited by D.P Tunstall, D.W Barford ...

Series series Scottish Graduate Series
High Temperature Superconductivity provides a broad survey of high temperature superconductivity, discussing the adaptations of experimental and theoretical techniques and methods that take advantage of the revolutionary properties of high temperature superconductors. Distinguished engineers, chemists, and experimental and theoretical physicists introduce their own particular area of the field ... Read more

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High Temperature Superconductivity provides a broad survey of high temperature superconductivity, discussing the adaptations of experimental and theoretical techniques and methods that take advantage of the revolutionary properties of high temperature superconductors. Distinguished engineers, chemists, and experimental and theoretical physicists introduce their own particular area of the field
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Nanomaterials Imaging Techniques, Surface Studies, and Applications

Selected Proceedings of the FP7 International Summer School Nanotechnology: From Fundamental Research to Innovations, August 26-September 2, 2012, Bukovel, Ukraine

Edited by Olena Fesenko, Leonid Yatsenko, Mikhaylo Brodin ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents cutting-edge research on a wide range of nanotechnology techniques and applications. It features contributions from scientists who participated in the International Summer School “Nanotechnology: From Fundamental Research to Innovations” in Bukovel, Ukraine on August 26 – September 2, 2012 funded by the European Commission FP7 project Nanotwinning implemented by the Institute of ... Read more

$256.19 CAD

This book presents cutting-edge research on a wide range of nanotechnology techniques and applications. It features contributions from scientists who participated in the International Summer School “Nanotechnology: From Fundamental Research to Innovations” in Bukovel, Ukraine on August 26 – September 2, 2012 funded by the European Commission FP7 project Nanotwinning implemented by the Institute of
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Principles of Soft-Matter Dynamics

Basic Theories, Non-invasive Methods, Mesoscopic Aspects

by Rainer Kimmich ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
Practical applications of soft-matter dynamics are of vital importance in material science, chemical engineering, biophysics and biotechnology, food processing, plastic industry, micro- and nano-system technology, and other technologies based on non-crystalline and non-glassy materials.Principles of Soft-Matter Dynamics. Basic Theories, Non-invasive Methods, Mesoscopic Aspects covers fundamental ... Read more

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Practical applications of soft-matter dynamics are of vital importance in material science, chemical engineering, biophysics and biotechnology, food processing, plastic industry, micro- and nano-system technology, and other technologies based on non-crystalline and non-glassy materials.Principles of Soft-Matter Dynamics. Basic Theories, Non-invasive Methods, Mesoscopic Aspects covers fundamental
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Handbook of Silicon Carbide Materials and Devices

Edited by Zhe Chuan Feng ...

Series series Series in Materials Science and Engineering
This handbook presents the key properties of silicon carbide (SiC), the power semiconductor for the 21st century. It describes related technologies, reports the rapid developments and achievements in recent years, and discusses the remaining challenging issues in the field.The book consists of 15 chapters, beginning with a chapter by Professor W. J. Choyke, the leading authority in the field, and ... Read more

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This handbook presents the key properties of silicon carbide (SiC), the power semiconductor for the 21st century. It describes related technologies, reports the rapid developments and achievements in recent years, and discusses the remaining challenging issues in the field.The book consists of 15 chapters, beginning with a chapter by Professor W. J. Choyke, the leading authority in the field, and
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Foundations of Crystallography with Computer Applications

by Maureen M. Julian, Carla Slebodnick, Francis T. Julian ...

The third edition of Foundations of Crystallography with Computer Applications is a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students studying the solid state in chemistry, physics, materials science, geological sciences, and engineering. It takes a straightforward, logical approach to explaining how atoms are arranged in crystals and how crystal systems are related to each other. New to this ... Read more

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The third edition of Foundations of Crystallography with Computer Applications is a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students studying the solid state in chemistry, physics, materials science, geological sciences, and engineering. It takes a straightforward, logical approach to explaining how atoms are arranged in crystals and how crystal systems are related to each other. New to this
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Introduction To Percolation Theory

Second Edition

by Dietrich Stauffer, Ammon Aharony ...

This work dealing with percolation theory clustering, criticallity, diffusion, fractals and phase transitions takes a broad approach to the subject, covering basic theory and also specialized fields like disordered systems and renormalization groups. ... Read more

$147.02 CAD

This work dealing with percolation theory clustering, criticallity, diffusion, fractals and phase transitions takes a broad approach to the subject, covering basic theory and also specialized fields like disordered systems and renormalization groups.
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Selected Articles from the 8th International Conference on Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology, ICMEN 2024, 28-29 September, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Exploring the Frontiers of Materials and Nanotechnology

Edited by Ching Yern Chee, Cong Wang ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This volume delves into recent innovative approaches and advancements in the dynamic fields of materials engineering and nanotechnology. It offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse topics, ranging from advanced materials synthesis and characterization to nanoscale science and engineering, functional composite materials, and sustainable technologies. Curated from the esteemed 8th International ... Read more

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This volume delves into recent innovative approaches and advancements in the dynamic fields of materials engineering and nanotechnology. It offers a comprehensive exploration of diverse topics, ranging from advanced materials synthesis and characterization to nanoscale science and engineering, functional composite materials, and sustainable technologies. Curated from the esteemed 8th International
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Advances in Laser Performance and New Principles of Precision Measuring Instruments

by Shulian Zhang ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights a comprehensive introduction to double-beam laser and its application to a series of innovative instruments for precision measurement. The first two chapters introduce the structures and properties of double-beam laser, which become the foundation of more than a dozen innovative instruments in the second half of the book. The book covers two types of lasers: the frequency ... Read more

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This book highlights a comprehensive introduction to double-beam laser and its application to a series of innovative instruments for precision measurement. The first two chapters introduce the structures and properties of double-beam laser, which become the foundation of more than a dozen innovative instruments in the second half of the book. The book covers two types of lasers: the frequency
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Nanoclays

Materials Properties and Advanced Applications

by Suprakas Sinha Ray, Jonathan Tersur Orasugh, Lesego Tabea Temane ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book covers natural and synthetic nanoclays, focusing on the fundamentals of nanoclay-chemistry and applications in advanced technologies. For millennia, clay has been an indispensable part of human civilization, playing an especially fundamental role in modern society in the form of e.g. porcelain, ceramics, bricks, and tiles, as well as being an essential constituent for plastics, paints, ... Read more

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This book covers natural and synthetic nanoclays, focusing on the fundamentals of nanoclay-chemistry and applications in advanced technologies. For millennia, clay has been an indispensable part of human civilization, playing an especially fundamental role in modern society in the form of e.g. porcelain, ceramics, bricks, and tiles, as well as being an essential constituent for plastics, paints,
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Novel Aspects of Diamond II

Science and Technology

Edited by Soumen Mandal, Nianjun Yang ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This edited book covers a wide range of novel scientific and engineering aspects of diamond films produced from chemical vapor deposition. It focuses on the most recent developments and achievements in this rapidly growing field from scientists and engineers across the domains of chemistry, biology, medicine, physics, and semiconductor engineering.The latest volume of this consistently well-cited ... Read more

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This edited book covers a wide range of novel scientific and engineering aspects of diamond films produced from chemical vapor deposition. It focuses on the most recent developments and achievements in this rapidly growing field from scientists and engineers across the domains of chemistry, biology, medicine, physics, and semiconductor engineering.The latest volume of this consistently well-cited
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Grundkurs Theoretische Physik 7

Viel-Teilchen-Theorie

by Wolfgang Nolting ...

Series series Life Science and Basic Disciplines (German Language)
Die beliebte Lehrbuchreihe zur Theoretischen Physik deckt in sieben Bänden alle für den Bachelor-/Masterstudiengang maßgeblichen Gebiete ab. Jeder Band vermittelt gut durchdacht das im jeweiligen Semester nötige theoretische-physikalische Rüstzeug. Zahlreiche Übungsaufgaben mit ausführlichen Lösungen dienen der Vertiefung des Stoffes.Die vorliegende neue Auflage des siebten Bandes zur Viel ... Read more

$56.29 CAD

Die beliebte Lehrbuchreihe zur Theoretischen Physik deckt in sieben Bänden alle für den Bachelor-/Masterstudiengang maßgeblichen Gebiete ab. Jeder Band vermittelt gut durchdacht das im jeweiligen Semester nötige theoretische-physikalische Rüstzeug. Zahlreiche Übungsaufgaben mit ausführlichen Lösungen dienen der Vertiefung des Stoffes.Die vorliegende neue Auflage des siebten Bandes zur Viel
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Handbook of Nanocomposite Supercapacitor Materials III

Selection

Edited by Kamal K. Kar ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book covers the selection of nanocomposite supercapacitor materials. It describes the most important criteria behind the selection of materials for the electrode, electrolytes, separator and current collectors, which comprise the key components of supercapacitors for advanced energy storage. It discusses the influence on each material on the unique electrochemical properties of nanocomposite ... Read more

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This book covers the selection of nanocomposite supercapacitor materials. It describes the most important criteria behind the selection of materials for the electrode, electrolytes, separator and current collectors, which comprise the key components of supercapacitors for advanced energy storage. It discusses the influence on each material on the unique electrochemical properties of nanocomposite
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Condensation Particle Counting Technology and Its Applications

Edited by Longfei Chen, Xiaoyan Ma, Guangze Li, Liuyong Chang ...

Condensation Particle Counting Technology and Its Applications introduces the principles, key components, calibration methods, and applications of condensation particle counting systems.This book delves into the adverse effects of fine particles on human health, along with the existing detection technologies for these particles. It discusses the theories and methods of optical measurement for fine ... Read more

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Condensation Particle Counting Technology and Its Applications introduces the principles, key components, calibration methods, and applications of condensation particle counting systems.This book delves into the adverse effects of fine particles on human health, along with the existing detection technologies for these particles. It discusses the theories and methods of optical measurement for fine
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Nanotechnology

Agriculture, Environment and Health

Edited by Acharya Balkrishna, Naveen Thakur, Vedpriya Arya, Ashwani Kumar ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents an update on the state of the art in nanobiology and various nanoparticle synthesis and characterization methods. Further, the application of nanomaterials in agriculture (nanobiofertilizers and nanobiopesticides), environmental remediation (bio-nanoaugmentation), and public health (diagnosis, treatment, and drug delivery) is also a key area of this book. This book serves as a ... Read more

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This book presents an update on the state of the art in nanobiology and various nanoparticle synthesis and characterization methods. Further, the application of nanomaterials in agriculture (nanobiofertilizers and nanobiopesticides), environmental remediation (bio-nanoaugmentation), and public health (diagnosis, treatment, and drug delivery) is also a key area of this book. This book serves as a
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A Tutorial on the WKB Approximation for Innovative Dirac Materials

Graphene and Beyond

by Andrii Iurov ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This textbook serves to supplement existing quantum mechanics courses with the WKB (Wentzel–Kramers–Brillouin) theory for recently discovered Dirac materials, such as graphene, a dice lattice, and alpha-T3 materials. This includes finding the semiclassical wave function, coordinate-dependent momentum, semiclassical action, the complete set of transport equations, and applicability conditions for ... Read more

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This textbook serves to supplement existing quantum mechanics courses with the WKB (Wentzel–Kramers–Brillouin) theory for recently discovered Dirac materials, such as graphene, a dice lattice, and alpha-T3 materials. This includes finding the semiclassical wave function, coordinate-dependent momentum, semiclassical action, the complete set of transport equations, and applicability conditions for
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Emerging Nanostructured Materials for Energy and Environmental Science

Edited by Saravanan Rajendran, Mu. Naushad, Kumar Raju, Rabah Boukherroub ...

Series series Earth and Environmental Science (R0)
This book provides the fundamental aspects of the diverse ranges of nanostructured materials (0D, 1D, 2D and 3D) for energy and environmental applications in a comprehensive manner written by specialists who are at the forefront of research in the field of energy and environmental science. Experimental studies of nanomaterials for aforementioned applications are discussed along with their design, ... Read more

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This book provides the fundamental aspects of the diverse ranges of nanostructured materials (0D, 1D, 2D and 3D) for energy and environmental applications in a comprehensive manner written by specialists who are at the forefront of research in the field of energy and environmental science. Experimental studies of nanomaterials for aforementioned applications are discussed along with their design,
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