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Introduction to Tensor Network Methods

From Many-Body Quantum Systems to Machine Learning

Edited by Timo Felser, Simone Montangero ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This second edition of the textbookIntroduction to Tensor Network Methodscontains more advanced and technical parts as new topics related to tensor network algorithms that have been developed in the last few years. The reader finds new chapters dedicated to tree tensor networks for high-dimensional systems as applications to lattice gauge theory. The implementation of tensor networks for machine ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This second edition of the textbookIntroduction to Tensor Network Methodscontains more advanced and technical parts as new topics related to tensor network algorithms that have been developed in the last few years. The reader finds new chapters dedicated to tree tensor networks for high-dimensional systems as applications to lattice gauge theory. The implementation of tensor networks for machine
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Chemical Vapor Deposition Growth and Characterization of Two-Dimensional Hexagonal Boron Nitride

by Roland Yingjie Tay ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This thesis focuses on the growth of a new type of two-dimensional (2D) material known as hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) using chemical vapor deposition (CVD). It also presents several significant breakthroughs in the authors’ understanding of the growth mechanism and development of new growth techniques, which are now well known in the field. Of particular importance is the pioneering work ... Read more

$98.99 USD

This thesis focuses on the growth of a new type of two-dimensional (2D) material known as hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) using chemical vapor deposition (CVD). It also presents several significant breakthroughs in the authors’ understanding of the growth mechanism and development of new growth techniques, which are now well known in the field. Of particular importance is the pioneering work
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Dynamic Spin-Fluctuation Theory of Metallic Magnetism

by Nikolai B. Melnikov, Boris I. Reser ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents a theoretical framework for magnetism in ferromagnetic metals and alloys at finite temperatures. The objective of the book is twofold. First, it gives a detailed presentation of the dynamic spin-fluctuation theory that takes into account both local and long-wave spin fluctuations with any frequency. The authors provide a detailed explanation of the fundamental role of quantum ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book presents a theoretical framework for magnetism in ferromagnetic metals and alloys at finite temperatures. The objective of the book is twofold. First, it gives a detailed presentation of the dynamic spin-fluctuation theory that takes into account both local and long-wave spin fluctuations with any frequency. The authors provide a detailed explanation of the fundamental role of quantum
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Towards Autonomous Soft Matter Systems

Experiments on Membranes and Active Emulsions

by Shashi Thutupalli ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book focuses on the assembly, organization and resultant collective dynamics of soft matter systems maintained away from equilibrium by an energy flux. Living matter is the ultimate example of such systems, which are comprised of different constituents on very different scales (ions, nucleic acids, proteins, cells). The result of their diverse interactions, maintained using the energy from ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book focuses on the assembly, organization and resultant collective dynamics of soft matter systems maintained away from equilibrium by an energy flux. Living matter is the ultimate example of such systems, which are comprised of different constituents on very different scales (ions, nucleic acids, proteins, cells). The result of their diverse interactions, maintained using the energy from
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Designing Hybrid Nanoparticles (Second Edition)

by Maria Benelmekki ...

Series series IOP ebooks
This research text provides a concise overview of the technical approaches to the synthesis and characterization of hybrid nanoparticles, with a focus on one of the most promising ‘bottom-up’ techniques for designing tailored hybrid nanoparticles based on the practical magnetron-sputtering inert-gas-condensation (MS-IGC) method. A modified MS-IGC system is presented, and its performance under ... Read more

$114.99 USD

This research text provides a concise overview of the technical approaches to the synthesis and characterization of hybrid nanoparticles, with a focus on one of the most promising ‘bottom-up’ techniques for designing tailored hybrid nanoparticles based on the practical magnetron-sputtering inert-gas-condensation (MS-IGC) method. A modified MS-IGC system is presented, and its performance under
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Superconductivity Begins With H: Both Properly Understood, And Misunderstood: Superconductivity Basics Rethought

by Jorge E Hirsch ...

This iconoclastic book proposes that superconductivity is misunderstood in contemporary science and that this hampers scientific and technological development. Superconductivity is the ability of some metals to carry electric current without resistance at very low temperatures. Properly understanding superconductivity would facilitate finding materials that superconduct at room temperature, ... Read more

$28.99 USD

This iconoclastic book proposes that superconductivity is misunderstood in contemporary science and that this hampers scientific and technological development. Superconductivity is the ability of some metals to carry electric current without resistance at very low temperatures. Properly understanding superconductivity would facilitate finding materials that superconduct at room temperature,
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Production Planning and Control in Semiconductor Manufacturing

Big Data Analytics and Industry 4.0 Applications

by Tin-Chih Toly Chen ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book systematically analyzes the applicability of big data analytics and Industry 4.0 from the perspective of semiconductor manufacturing management. It reports in real examples and presents case studies as supporting evidence. In recent years, technologies of big data analytics and Industry 4.0 have been frequently applied to the management of semiconductor manufacturing. However, related ... Read more

$53.99 USD

This book systematically analyzes the applicability of big data analytics and Industry 4.0 from the perspective of semiconductor manufacturing management. It reports in real examples and presents case studies as supporting evidence. In recent years, technologies of big data analytics and Industry 4.0 have been frequently applied to the management of semiconductor manufacturing. However, related
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Skyrmions and Hall Transport

by Bom Soo Kim ...

In the past decade, the field of physics has witnessed renewed advances in physical systems without mirror (parity) symmetry. Firstly, the experimental discovery of chiral magnetic skyrmions has stirred a great deal of anticipation because their nanoscale size, topological protection, and energy efficiency make them an attractive candidate for cutting-edge spintronic applications. Secondly, the ... Read more

$149.99 USD

In the past decade, the field of physics has witnessed renewed advances in physical systems without mirror (parity) symmetry. Firstly, the experimental discovery of chiral magnetic skyrmions has stirred a great deal of anticipation because their nanoscale size, topological protection, and energy efficiency make them an attractive candidate for cutting-edge spintronic applications. Secondly, the
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Advances in Quantum Methods and Applications in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology

Edited by Gerardo Delgado-Barrio, Erkki J. Brändas, Jean Maruani, Matti Hotokka ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
Advances in Quantum Methods and Applications in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology includes peer-reviewed contributions based on carefully selected presentations given at the 17th International Workshop on Quantum Systems in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. New trends and state-of-the-art developments in the quantum theory of atomic and molecular systems, and condensed matter (including biological ... Read more

$188.99 USD

Advances in Quantum Methods and Applications in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology includes peer-reviewed contributions based on carefully selected presentations given at the 17th International Workshop on Quantum Systems in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology. New trends and state-of-the-art developments in the quantum theory of atomic and molecular systems, and condensed matter (including biological
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Emerging Trends of Nanotechnology in Environment and Sustainability

A Review-Based Approach

Edited by Karthiyayini Sridharan ...

Series series Earth and Environmental Science (R0)
This book discusses nanotechnology, its benefits and risks affecting the environment we live in today, and is divided into three parts: Part-I dealing with Sustainability, Part-II describing Toxicological Impacts, and Part-III discussing Nanomaterial-based Adsorbents.The crucial challenge of sustainability in various environmental elements is a global problem. This draws upon various issues of ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book discusses nanotechnology, its benefits and risks affecting the environment we live in today, and is divided into three parts: Part-I dealing with Sustainability, Part-II describing Toxicological Impacts, and Part-III discussing Nanomaterial-based Adsorbents.The crucial challenge of sustainability in various environmental elements is a global problem. This draws upon various issues of
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Azo Polymers

Synthesis, Functions and Applications

by Xiaogong Wang ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book explores functional polymers containing aromatic azo chromophores in side-chain, main-chain and other parts of their structures, known as azo polymers and which share common photoresponsive properties. It focuses on the molecular architecture of azo polymers, the synthetic methods and their most important functions, such as photoinduced birefringence and dichroism, surface-relief-grating ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book explores functional polymers containing aromatic azo chromophores in side-chain, main-chain and other parts of their structures, known as azo polymers and which share common photoresponsive properties. It focuses on the molecular architecture of azo polymers, the synthetic methods and their most important functions, such as photoinduced birefringence and dichroism, surface-relief-grating
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Engineered Biomaterials

Synthesis and Applications

Edited by Rishabha Malviya, Sonali Sundram ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights recent advances focusing on the synthesis methods of engineered biomaterials and their applications. The book discusses recent applications of various approaches and technology in improving the functional properties and biological activities of biopolymers. It includes two major sections: the first section introduces a range of methods which lead to materials with enhanced ... Read more

$116.99 USD

This book highlights recent advances focusing on the synthesis methods of engineered biomaterials and their applications. The book discusses recent applications of various approaches and technology in improving the functional properties and biological activities of biopolymers. It includes two major sections: the first section introduces a range of methods which lead to materials with enhanced
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Nanoscale Textile Coatings for Enhanced Performance

Edited by Shakeel Ahmed, Shahid Adeel ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book provides an overview of the latest developments and applications of nanoscale textile coatings. It covers materials used for (creating) these coatings, the different methods of applying them to textiles, and the various ways in which the coatings can improve the performance of the textiles. In addition to providing a technical understanding of the subject, the book also includes case ... Read more

$224.99 USD

This book provides an overview of the latest developments and applications of nanoscale textile coatings. It covers materials used for (creating) these coatings, the different methods of applying them to textiles, and the various ways in which the coatings can improve the performance of the textiles. In addition to providing a technical understanding of the subject, the book also includes case
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QCM-D Studies on Polymer Behavior at Interfaces

by Guangming Liu, Guangzhao Zhang ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
QCM-D Studies on Polymer Behavior at Interfaces reviews the applications of quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D) in polymer research, including the conformational change of grafted polymer chains, the grafting kinetics of polymer chains, the growth mechanism of polyelectrolyte multilayers, and the interactions between polymers and phospholipid membranes. It focuses on how QCM-D can ... Read more

$49.99 USD

QCM-D Studies on Polymer Behavior at Interfaces reviews the applications of quartz crystal microbalance with dissipation (QCM-D) in polymer research, including the conformational change of grafted polymer chains, the grafting kinetics of polymer chains, the growth mechanism of polyelectrolyte multilayers, and the interactions between polymers and phospholipid membranes. It focuses on how QCM-D can
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Modern Trends In Physics - Proceedings Of The 4th International Conference On Modern Research

by Lotfia M El-nadi ...

The objectives of the conference are to develop greater understanding of physics research and its applications to promote new industries; to innovate knowledge about recent breakthroughs in physics, both the fundamental and technological aspects; to implement of international cooperation in new trends in physics research and to improve the performance of the physics research facilities in Egypt. ... Read more

$49.99 USD

The objectives of the conference are to develop greater understanding of physics research and its applications to promote new industries; to innovate knowledge about recent breakthroughs in physics, both the fundamental and technological aspects; to implement of international cooperation in new trends in physics research and to improve the performance of the physics research facilities in Egypt.
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Analytical Imaging Techniques for Soft Matter Characterization

by Vikas Mittal, Nadejda B. Matsko ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
The book aims to describe the microscopic characterization of the soft matter in the light of new advances acquired in the science of microscopy techniques like AFM; SEM; TEM etc. It does not focus on the traditional information on the microscopy methods as well as systems already present in different books, but intends to answer more fundamental questions associated with commercially important ... Read more

$89.99 USD

The book aims to describe the microscopic characterization of the soft matter in the light of new advances acquired in the science of microscopy techniques like AFM; SEM; TEM etc. It does not focus on the traditional information on the microscopy methods as well as systems already present in different books, but intends to answer more fundamental questions associated with commercially important
... Read more
Fundamental Properties of Semiconductor Nanowires

Edited by Naoki Fukata, Riccardo Rurali ...

This book covers virtually all aspects of semiconductor nanowires, from growth to related applications, in detail. First, it addresses nanowires’ growth mechanism, one of the most important topics at the forefront of nanowire research. The focus then shifts to surface functionalization: nanowires have a high surface-to-volume ratio and thus are well-suited to surface modification, which ... Read more

$143.99 USD

This book covers virtually all aspects of semiconductor nanowires, from growth to related applications, in detail. First, it addresses nanowires’ growth mechanism, one of the most important topics at the forefront of nanowire research. The focus then shifts to surface functionalization: nanowires have a high surface-to-volume ratio and thus are well-suited to surface modification, which
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Nanoelectronics, Nanooptics, Nanochemistry and Nanobiotechnology, and Their Applications

Selected Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials (NANO2022), 25–27 August 2022, Ukraine

Edited by Olena Fesenko, Leonid Yatsenko ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book highlights some of the latest advances in nanotechnology and nanomaterials from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe and beyond. It features contributions presented at the 10th International Science and Practice Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2022), which was held on August 25-27, 2022 at Lviv House of Scientists, and was jointly organized by the Institute of Physics ... Read more

$170.99 USD

This book highlights some of the latest advances in nanotechnology and nanomaterials from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe and beyond. It features contributions presented at the 10th International Science and Practice Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2022), which was held on August 25-27, 2022 at Lviv House of Scientists, and was jointly organized by the Institute of Physics
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The General Kelvin-Helmholtz Stability Model

With Applications to Sand Wave and Water Wave Generation

by Hermann Moshagen ...

This book presents a generalized version of the classical Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, a useful tool which allows for new approaches when studying stability problems in fluid mechanics, as well as its important applications. It begins by providing an introduction to hydrodynamic stability and the Kelvin-Helmholtz (KH) instability. The author then develops the general KH stability model for a ... Read more

$116.99 USD

This book presents a generalized version of the classical Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, a useful tool which allows for new approaches when studying stability problems in fluid mechanics, as well as its important applications. It begins by providing an introduction to hydrodynamic stability and the Kelvin-Helmholtz (KH) instability. The author then develops the general KH stability model for a
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Surface Engineering of MXenes

Edited by Srikanta Moharana, Ram Naresh Mahaling ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights the significant advancements in surface engineering techniques applied to Mxene materials. Mxenes, a class of two-dimensional transition metal carbides and nitrides, have gained immense attention due to their exceptional properties and potential applications in various fields. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the different surface engineering strategies employed ... Read more

$170.99 USD

This book highlights the significant advancements in surface engineering techniques applied to Mxene materials. Mxenes, a class of two-dimensional transition metal carbides and nitrides, have gained immense attention due to their exceptional properties and potential applications in various fields. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the different surface engineering strategies employed
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Fluidization of Fine Powders

Cohesive versus Dynamical Aggregation

by José Manuel Valverde Millán ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book covers the rich phenomenology exhibited by fine powders when they are fluidized by a gas flow. Fine powder cohesiveness leads to poor flowability, clumping, difficulty in fluidizing, irregular avalanching behavior, etc. Despite all the inconveniences, fine powder processes pervade the chemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural and mining industries among others. The author in this book ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book covers the rich phenomenology exhibited by fine powders when they are fluidized by a gas flow. Fine powder cohesiveness leads to poor flowability, clumping, difficulty in fluidizing, irregular avalanching behavior, etc. Despite all the inconveniences, fine powder processes pervade the chemical, pharmaceutical, agricultural and mining industries among others. The author in this book
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Theory of Quantum Transport at Nanoscale

An Introduction

by Dmitry Ryndyk ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book is an introduction to a rapidly developing field of modern theoretical physics – the theory of quantum transport at nanoscale. The theoretical methods considered in the book are in the basis of our understanding of charge, spin and heat transport in nanostructures and nanostructured materials and are widely used in nanoelectronics, molecular electronics, spin-dependent electronics ... Read more

$134.99 USD

This book is an introduction to a rapidly developing field of modern theoretical physics – the theory of quantum transport at nanoscale. The theoretical methods considered in the book are in the basis of our understanding of charge, spin and heat transport in nanostructures and nanostructured materials and are widely used in nanoelectronics, molecular electronics, spin-dependent electronics
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Solid State Physics

An Introduction

by Philip Hofmann ...

Solid State PhysicsEnables readers to easily understand the basics of solid state physicsSolid State Physics is a successful short textbook that gives a clear and concise introduction to its subject. The presentation is suitable for students who are exposed to this topic for the first time. Each chapter starts with basic principles and gently progresses to more advanced concepts, using easy-to ... Read more

$50.00 USD

Solid State PhysicsEnables readers to easily understand the basics of solid state physicsSolid State Physics is a successful short textbook that gives a clear and concise introduction to its subject. The presentation is suitable for students who are exposed to this topic for the first time. Each chapter starts with basic principles and gently progresses to more advanced concepts, using easy-to
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Atomistic and Continuum Modeling of Nanocrystalline Materials

Deformation Mechanisms and Scale Transition

by Laurent Capolungo ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
Atomistic and Continuum Modeling of Nanocrystalline Materials develops a complete and rigorous state-of-the-art analysis of the modeling of the mechanical behavior of nanocrystalline (NC) materials. Among other key topics, the material focuses on the novel techniques used to predict the behavior of nanocrystalline materials. Particular attention is given to recent theoretical and computational ... Read more

$143.99 USD

Atomistic and Continuum Modeling of Nanocrystalline Materials develops a complete and rigorous state-of-the-art analysis of the modeling of the mechanical behavior of nanocrystalline (NC) materials. Among other key topics, the material focuses on the novel techniques used to predict the behavior of nanocrystalline materials. Particular attention is given to recent theoretical and computational
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