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Statistical Physics of Dense Plasmas

Elementary Processes and Phase Transitions

by Setsuo Ichimaru ...

Series series Frontiers in Physics
This authoritative text offers a complete overview on the statistical mechanics and electrodynamics of physical processes in dense plasma systems. The author emphasizes laboratory-based experiments and astrophysical observations of plasma phenomena, elucidated through the fundamentals. The coverage encompasses relevant condensed matter physics, atomic physics, nuclear physics, and astrophysics, ... Read more

$110.99 USD

This authoritative text offers a complete overview on the statistical mechanics and electrodynamics of physical processes in dense plasma systems. The author emphasizes laboratory-based experiments and astrophysical observations of plasma phenomena, elucidated through the fundamentals. The coverage encompasses relevant condensed matter physics, atomic physics, nuclear physics, and astrophysics,
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Particles, Sources, And Fields, Volume 2

by Julian Schwinger ...

Series series Frontiers in Physics
This classic book (volume two of three volumes) is almost exclusively concerned with quantum electrodynamics. As such, it is retrospective in its subject matter. The topics discussed range from anomalous magnetic moments and vacuum polarization, in a variety of applications, to the energy level displacements in hydrogenic atoms, with occasional excursions into nuclear and high-energy physics. ... Read more

$91.99 USD

This classic book (volume two of three volumes) is almost exclusively concerned with quantum electrodynamics. As such, it is retrospective in its subject matter. The topics discussed range from anomalous magnetic moments and vacuum polarization, in a variety of applications, to the energy level displacements in hydrogenic atoms, with occasional excursions into nuclear and high-energy physics.
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Low-Dimensional Magnetism

by A.N. Vasiliev, O.S. Volkova, E.A. Zvereva, M.M. Markina ...

Low-dimensional magnetism physics involves the search for new magnetic compounds and improving their characteristics to meet the needs of innovative technologies. A comprehensive overview of key materials, their formulation data and characteristics are detailed by the author.Key selling features:Explores dominant mechanisms of magnetic interaction to determine the parameters of exchange ... Read more

$70.99 USD

Low-dimensional magnetism physics involves the search for new magnetic compounds and improving their characteristics to meet the needs of innovative technologies. A comprehensive overview of key materials, their formulation data and characteristics are detailed by the author.Key selling features:Explores dominant mechanisms of magnetic interaction to determine the parameters of exchange
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Linear Induction Accelerators for High-Power Microwave Devices

by Igor Vintizenko ...

Linear induction accelerators are successfully used as power supplies for numerous devices of relativistic high-frequency electronics. This book addresses ways to solve physical and engineering problems arising in the calculation, design, modeling and operation of linear induction accelerators intended for supplying relativistic microwave devices. It reviews and analyzes both classic and recent ... Read more

$70.99 USD

Linear induction accelerators are successfully used as power supplies for numerous devices of relativistic high-frequency electronics. This book addresses ways to solve physical and engineering problems arising in the calculation, design, modeling and operation of linear induction accelerators intended for supplying relativistic microwave devices. It reviews and analyzes both classic and recent
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Bent-Shaped Liquid Crystals

Structures and Physical Properties

by Hideo Takezoe, Alexey Eremin ...

Series series Liquid Crystals Book Series
Bent-Shaped Liquid Crystals: Structures and Physical Properties provides insight into the latest developments in the research on liquid crystals formed by bent-shaped mesogens. After a historical introduction, the expert authors discuss different kinds of mesophase structures formed by bent-shaped molecules. This book devotes the majority of its pages to physical properties such as polar switching ... Read more

$120.99 USD

Bent-Shaped Liquid Crystals: Structures and Physical Properties provides insight into the latest developments in the research on liquid crystals formed by bent-shaped mesogens. After a historical introduction, the expert authors discuss different kinds of mesophase structures formed by bent-shaped molecules. This book devotes the majority of its pages to physical properties such as polar switching
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Mechanics of Nanocomposites

Homogenization and Analysis

by Farzad Ebrahimi, Ali Dabbagh ...

Emphasizing the static and dynamic behaviors of nanocomposite single- or multilayered structures in the framework of continuum mechanics-based approaches, Mechanics of Nanocomposites: Homogenization and Analysis investigates mechanical behaviors of polymeric matrices strengthened via various nanofillers and nanoparticles such as carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene platelets (GPLs), and graphene ... Read more

$111.99 USD

Emphasizing the static and dynamic behaviors of nanocomposite single- or multilayered structures in the framework of continuum mechanics-based approaches, Mechanics of Nanocomposites: Homogenization and Analysis investigates mechanical behaviors of polymeric matrices strengthened via various nanofillers and nanoparticles such as carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene platelets (GPLs), and graphene
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Optoelectronic Organic-Inorganic Semiconductor Heterojunctions

Edited by Ye Zhou ...

Optoelectronic Organic-Inorganic Semiconductor Heterojunctions summarizes advances in the development of organic-inorganic semiconductor heterojunctions, points out challenges and possible solutions for material/device design, and evaluates prospects for commercial applications.Introduces the concept and basic mechanism of semiconductor heterojunctionsDescribes a series of organic-inorganic ... Read more

$76.99 USD

Optoelectronic Organic-Inorganic Semiconductor Heterojunctions summarizes advances in the development of organic-inorganic semiconductor heterojunctions, points out challenges and possible solutions for material/device design, and evaluates prospects for commercial applications.Introduces the concept and basic mechanism of semiconductor heterojunctionsDescribes a series of organic-inorganic
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Everything is Now

Revolutionary Ideas from String Theory

by Bill Spence ...

This engaging and beautifully written book gives an authoritative but accessible account of some of the most exciting and unexpected recent developments in theoretical physics.– Professor Lionel J Mason, Mathematical Institute, University of OxfordString theory is often paraded as a theory of everything, but there are a large number of untold stories in which string theory gives us insight into ... Read more

$34.99 USD

This engaging and beautifully written book gives an authoritative but accessible account of some of the most exciting and unexpected recent developments in theoretical physics.– Professor Lionel J Mason, Mathematical Institute, University of OxfordString theory is often paraded as a theory of everything, but there are a large number of untold stories in which string theory gives us insight into
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Handbook of Spin Transport and Magnetism

Edited by Evgeny Y. Tsymbal, Igor Zutic ...

In the past several decades, the research on spin transport and magnetism has led to remarkable scientific and technological breakthroughs, including Albert Fert and Peter Grunberg's Nobel Prize-winning discovery of giant magnetoresistance (GMR) in magnetic metallic multilayers. Handbook of Spin Transport and Magnetism provides a comprehensive, bal ... Read more

$70.99 USD

In the past several decades, the research on spin transport and magnetism has led to remarkable scientific and technological breakthroughs, including Albert Fert and Peter Grunberg's Nobel Prize-winning discovery of giant magnetoresistance (GMR) in magnetic metallic multilayers. Handbook of Spin Transport and Magnetism provides a comprehensive, bal
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Superatoms

An Introduction

by Nicola Gaston ...

Superatoms are a growing topic of interest in nanoscience, bringing the physics of electronic structure together with the chemistry of atomically precise clusters. They offer the prospect of materials design based on the targeted tunability of nanoscale building blocks, creating electronic materials that can be used as everything from catalysts to computing hardware.This book is designed to be an ... Read more

$69.99 USD

Superatoms are a growing topic of interest in nanoscience, bringing the physics of electronic structure together with the chemistry of atomically precise clusters. They offer the prospect of materials design based on the targeted tunability of nanoscale building blocks, creating electronic materials that can be used as everything from catalysts to computing hardware.This book is designed to be an
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Structure and Functional Properties of Colloidal Systems

Edited by Roque Hidalgo-Alvarez ...

Series series Surfactant Science
Integrating fundamental research with the technical applications of this rapidly evolving field, Structure and Functional Properties of Colloidal Systems clearly presents the connections between structure and functional aspects in colloid and interface science. It explores the physical fundamentals of colloid science, new developments of synthesis ... Read more

$110.99 USD

Integrating fundamental research with the technical applications of this rapidly evolving field, Structure and Functional Properties of Colloidal Systems clearly presents the connections between structure and functional aspects in colloid and interface science. It explores the physical fundamentals of colloid science, new developments of synthesis
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Quantum Mechanics

Foundations and Applications

by Donald Gary Swanson ...

Progressing from the fundamentals of quantum mechanics (QM) to more complicated topics, Quantum Mechanics: Foundations and Applications provides advanced undergraduate and graduate students with a comprehensive examination of many applications that pertain to modern physics and engineering. Based on courses taught by the author, this textboo ... Read more

$94.99 USD

Progressing from the fundamentals of quantum mechanics (QM) to more complicated topics, Quantum Mechanics: Foundations and Applications provides advanced undergraduate and graduate students with a comprehensive examination of many applications that pertain to modern physics and engineering. Based on courses taught by the author, this textboo
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AC Loss and Macroscopic Theory of Superconductors

by W.J. Carr, Jr. ...

Through the 'magic' of averages it is shown that Maxwell's equations can be used in a simple way to describe filamentary composites as well as pure bulk superconductors. The second edition of AC Loss and Macroscopic Theory of Superconductors, like the first edition, is written for both physicists and engineers. It starts with a rigorous and partial ... Read more

$280.99 USD

Through the 'magic' of averages it is shown that Maxwell's equations can be used in a simple way to describe filamentary composites as well as pure bulk superconductors. The second edition of AC Loss and Macroscopic Theory of Superconductors, like the first edition, is written for both physicists and engineers. It starts with a rigorous and partial
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An Introduction to High-Pressure Science and Technology

Edited by Jose Manuel Recio, Jose Manuel Menendez, Alberto Otero de la Roza ...

An Introduction to High-Pressure Science and Technology provides you with an understanding of the connections between the different areas involved in the multidisciplinary science of high pressure. The book reflects the deep interdisciplinary nature of the field and its close relationship with industrial applications.Thirty-nine specialists in high ... Read more

$70.99 USD

An Introduction to High-Pressure Science and Technology provides you with an understanding of the connections between the different areas involved in the multidisciplinary science of high pressure. The book reflects the deep interdisciplinary nature of the field and its close relationship with industrial applications.Thirty-nine specialists in high
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Condensed Matter Physics Made Simple

Advanced Physics in Everyday Language

by Turing Editorial Team ...

Series series Advanced Physics in Everyday Language
Condensed Matter Physics Made Simple is a fun to read plain-English guide. Condensed matter physics is the branch of physics that runs the world. The secrets behind transistors, flash memory, solar power, EV batteries, Hall sensors, fiber optics, and the chips pushing AI forward.This book follows the field in everyday language, covering everything from crystal structure and electron bands to ... Read more

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Condensed Matter Physics Made Simple is a fun to read plain-English guide. Condensed matter physics is the branch of physics that runs the world. The secrets behind transistors, flash memory, solar power, EV batteries, Hall sensors, fiber optics, and the chips pushing AI forward.This book follows the field in everyday language, covering everything from crystal structure and electron bands to
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High Temperature Superconductors And Other Superfluids

by A S Alexandrov, Nevill Mott ...

Written by eminent researchers in the field, this text describes the theory of superconductivity and superfluidity starting from liquid helium and a charged Bose-gas. It also discusses the modern bipolaron theory of strongly coupled superconductors, which explains the basic physical properties of high-temperature superconductors. This book will be ... Read more

$84.99 USD

Written by eminent researchers in the field, this text describes the theory of superconductivity and superfluidity starting from liquid helium and a charged Bose-gas. It also discusses the modern bipolaron theory of strongly coupled superconductors, which explains the basic physical properties of high-temperature superconductors. This book will be
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Circuit Design Techniques for Non-Crystalline Semiconductors

by Sanjiv Sambandan ...

Written for students and professionals within the fields of Materials Science and Engineering, Electronics Engineering, and Applied Physics, this reference provides a systematic means to synthesize circuits with disordered semiconductor field effect transistors (DS-FETs) and explanation of the issues involved. It offers examples on how self-assembly, structural and functional, can be used as a ... Read more

$159.99 USD

Written for students and professionals within the fields of Materials Science and Engineering, Electronics Engineering, and Applied Physics, this reference provides a systematic means to synthesize circuits with disordered semiconductor field effect transistors (DS-FETs) and explanation of the issues involved. It offers examples on how self-assembly, structural and functional, can be used as a
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Electrochemistry of Insertion Materials for Hydrogen and Lithium

by Su-Il Pyun, Heon-Cheol Shin, Jong-Won Lee, Joo-Young Go ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
The understanding of hydrogen/lithium insertion phenomena is of great importance for the development of the next generation of functional electrochemical devices such as rechargeable batteries, electrochromic devices, and fuel cells. This volume introduces a variety of viable electrochemical methods to identify reaction mechanisms and evaluate relevant kinetic properties of insertion electrodes. ... Read more

$89.09 USD

The understanding of hydrogen/lithium insertion phenomena is of great importance for the development of the next generation of functional electrochemical devices such as rechargeable batteries, electrochromic devices, and fuel cells. This volume introduces a variety of viable electrochemical methods to identify reaction mechanisms and evaluate relevant kinetic properties of insertion electrodes.
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Software Defined Radios

From Smart(er) to Cognitive

by Sofie Pollin, Michael Timmers, Liesbet Van der Perre ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
Many and ever more mobile users wish to enjoy a variety of multimedia services, in very diverse geographical environments. The growing number of communication options within and across wireless standards is accommodating the growing volume and heterogeneity in wireless wishes. On the other hand, advancement in radio technologies opening much more flexibility, a.o. through Software Defined Radios, ... Read more

$89.09 USD

Many and ever more mobile users wish to enjoy a variety of multimedia services, in very diverse geographical environments. The growing number of communication options within and across wireless standards is accommodating the growing volume and heterogeneity in wireless wishes. On the other hand, advancement in radio technologies opening much more flexibility, a.o. through Software Defined Radios,
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Oxide-Based Materials and Structures

Fundamentals and Applications

Edited by Rada Savkina, Larysa Khomenkova ...

Oxide-based materials and structures are becoming increasingly important in a wide range of practical fields including microelectronics, photonics, spintronics, power harvesting, and energy storage in addition to having environmental applications. This book provides readers with a review of the latest research and an overview of cutting-edge patents received in the field.It covers a wide range of ... Read more

$73.99 USD

Oxide-based materials and structures are becoming increasingly important in a wide range of practical fields including microelectronics, photonics, spintronics, power harvesting, and energy storage in addition to having environmental applications. This book provides readers with a review of the latest research and an overview of cutting-edge patents received in the field.It covers a wide range of
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Liquid Crystals in Photovoltaics

An Introduction

by Dr. Luz J Martinez-Miranda ...

This book explores why the properties of liquid crystals make them ideal for use in photovoltaic applications. It achieves this by presenting a description of the properties of liquid crystals and how their electronic properties compare to that of polymers used in organic photovoltaics. It explores how the type of liquid crystal chosen can help in improving the efficiency of the photovoltaics. It ... Read more

$33.99 USD

This book explores why the properties of liquid crystals make them ideal for use in photovoltaic applications. It achieves this by presenting a description of the properties of liquid crystals and how their electronic properties compare to that of polymers used in organic photovoltaics. It explores how the type of liquid crystal chosen can help in improving the efficiency of the photovoltaics. It
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21st Century Nanoscience – A Handbook

Low-Dimensional Materials and Morphologies (Volume Four)

Edited by Klaus D. Sattler ...

Series series 21st Century Nanoscience
21st Century Nanoscience - A Handbook: Low-Dimensional Materials and Morphologies (Volume 4) will be the most comprehensive, up-to-date large reference work for the field of nanoscience. Handbook of Nanophysics by the same editor published in the fall of 2010 and was embraced as the first comprehensive reference to consider both fundamental and applied aspects of nanophysics. This follow-up ... Read more

$70.99 USD

21st Century Nanoscience - A Handbook: Low-Dimensional Materials and Morphologies (Volume 4) will be the most comprehensive, up-to-date large reference work for the field of nanoscience. Handbook of Nanophysics by the same editor published in the fall of 2010 and was embraced as the first comprehensive reference to consider both fundamental and applied aspects of nanophysics. This follow-up
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Next-Generation Nanomaterials for Sustainable Engineering

Edited by Shrikaant Kulkarni ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book serves as a comprehensive resource on the transformative role of nanomaterials in advancing sustainable engineering practices. It bridges cutting-edge developments in nanotechnology with the urgent need for sustainable solutions, demonstrating how these innovative materials can address global challenges related to energy, the environment, and resource management. It aims to equip readers ... Read more

$179.09 USD

This book serves as a comprehensive resource on the transformative role of nanomaterials in advancing sustainable engineering practices. It bridges cutting-edge developments in nanotechnology with the urgent need for sustainable solutions, demonstrating how these innovative materials can address global challenges related to energy, the environment, and resource management. It aims to equip readers
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Kinetics of Phase Transitions

Edited by Sanjay Puri, Vinod Wadhawan ...

Providing a comprehensive introduction with the necessary background material to make it accessible for a wide scientific audience, Kinetics of Phase Transitions discusses developments in domain-growth kinetics. This book combines pedagogical chapters from leading experts in this area and focuses on incorporating various experimentally releva ... Read more

$94.99 USD

Providing a comprehensive introduction with the necessary background material to make it accessible for a wide scientific audience, Kinetics of Phase Transitions discusses developments in domain-growth kinetics. This book combines pedagogical chapters from leading experts in this area and focuses on incorporating various experimentally releva
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