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Spintronics Handbook, Second Edition: Spin Transport and Magnetism

Volume Three: Nanoscale Spintronics and Applications

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

Spintronics Handbook, Second Edition offers an update on the single most comprehensive survey of the two intertwined fields of spintronics and magnetism, covering the diverse array of materials and structures, including silicon, organic semiconductors, carbon nanotubes, graphene, and engineered nanostructures. It focuses on seminal pioneering work, together with the latest in cutting-edge advances ... Read more

$70.99 USD

Spintronics Handbook, Second Edition offers an update on the single most comprehensive survey of the two intertwined fields of spintronics and magnetism, covering the diverse array of materials and structures, including silicon, organic semiconductors, carbon nanotubes, graphene, and engineered nanostructures. It focuses on seminal pioneering work, together with the latest in cutting-edge advances
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Hunting the Faster than Light Tachyon, and Finding Three Unicorns and a Herd of Elephants

by Robert Ehrlich ...

In 1905, Albert Einstein declared speeds greater than light to be impossible. This book describes the author’s decades-long search for the hypothetical subatomic particles known as tachyons that violate this principle.This book is a scientific detective story. The crime is speeding—that is, the possible breaking of the cosmic speed limit, namely the speed of light, as stipulated by Einstein. This ... Read more

$39.99 USD

In 1905, Albert Einstein declared speeds greater than light to be impossible. This book describes the author’s decades-long search for the hypothetical subatomic particles known as tachyons that violate this principle.This book is a scientific detective story. The crime is speeding—that is, the possible breaking of the cosmic speed limit, namely the speed of light, as stipulated by Einstein. This
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Soft Condensed Matter Physics in Molecular and Cell Biology

Edited by W.C.K. Poon, David Andelman ...

Soft condensed matter physics, which emerged as a distinct branch of physics in the 1990s, studies complex fluids: liquids in which structures with length scale between the molecular and the macroscopic exist. Polymers, liquid crystals, surfactant solutions, and colloids fall into this category. Physicists deal with properties of soft matter system ... Read more

$94.99 USD

Soft condensed matter physics, which emerged as a distinct branch of physics in the 1990s, studies complex fluids: liquids in which structures with length scale between the molecular and the macroscopic exist. Polymers, liquid crystals, surfactant solutions, and colloids fall into this category. Physicists deal with properties of soft matter system
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Dark Matter

An Introduction

by Debasish Majumdar ...

Dark Matter: An Introduction tackles the rather recent but fast-growing subject of astroparticle physics, encompassing three main areas of fundamental physics: cosmology, particle physics, and astrophysics. Accordingly, the book discusses symmetries, conservation laws, relativity, and cosmological parameters and measurements, as well as the astroph ... Read more

$265.99 USD

Dark Matter: An Introduction tackles the rather recent but fast-growing subject of astroparticle physics, encompassing three main areas of fundamental physics: cosmology, particle physics, and astrophysics. Accordingly, the book discusses symmetries, conservation laws, relativity, and cosmological parameters and measurements, as well as the astroph
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Defects in Microelectronic Materials and Devices

Edited by Daniel M. Fleetwood, Ronald D. Schrimpf ...

Uncover the Defects that Compromise Performance and ReliabilityAs microelectronics features and devices become smaller and more complex, it is critical that engineers and technologists completely understand how components can be damaged during the increasingly complicated fabrication processes required to produce them.A comprehensive survey of defe ... Read more

$98.99 USD

Uncover the Defects that Compromise Performance and ReliabilityAs microelectronics features and devices become smaller and more complex, it is critical that engineers and technologists completely understand how components can be damaged during the increasingly complicated fabrication processes required to produce them.A comprehensive survey of defe
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Solidification and Casting:

by Brian Cantor, K O'Reilly ...

Series series Series in Materials Science and Engineering
Written by leading experts in their respective fields, Solidification and Casting provides a comprehensive review of topics fundamental to metallurgy and materials science as well as indicates recent trends. From an industrial perspective, the book begins with chapters on the casting techniques most commonly used in industry today. It then d ... Read more

$280.00 USD

Written by leading experts in their respective fields, Solidification and Casting provides a comprehensive review of topics fundamental to metallurgy and materials science as well as indicates recent trends. From an industrial perspective, the book begins with chapters on the casting techniques most commonly used in industry today. It then d
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Emergent States in Photoinduced Charge-Density-Wave Transitions

by Alfred Zong ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book advances understanding of light-induced phase transitions and nonequilibrium orders that occur in a broken-symmetry system. Upon excitation with an intense laser pulse, materials can undergo a nonthermal transition through pathways different from those in equilibrium. The mechanism underlying these photoinduced phase transitions has long been researched, but many details in this ... Read more

$170.99 USD

This book advances understanding of light-induced phase transitions and nonequilibrium orders that occur in a broken-symmetry system. Upon excitation with an intense laser pulse, materials can undergo a nonthermal transition through pathways different from those in equilibrium. The mechanism underlying these photoinduced phase transitions has long been researched, but many details in this
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The Physics of Liquid Water

by Makoto Yasutomi ...

Unraveling the mystery of the negative thermal expansion of liquid water has been a challenge for scientists for centuries. Various theories have been proposed so far, but none has been able to solve this mystery. Since the thermodynamic properties of matter are determined by the interaction between particles, the mystery can be solved fundamentally if the thermodynamic physical quantities using ... Read more

$149.99 USD

Unraveling the mystery of the negative thermal expansion of liquid water has been a challenge for scientists for centuries. Various theories have been proposed so far, but none has been able to solve this mystery. Since the thermodynamic properties of matter are determined by the interaction between particles, the mystery can be solved fundamentally if the thermodynamic physical quantities using
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Nanotechnology in Environmental Science and Healthcare

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

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book presents the applications of nanotechnology in environmental and public health management. The first part presents the implications of nanomaterials in environmental remediation, water purification, and the controlled release of agrochemicals. The environmental nanotechnology section of the book helps readers comprehend the characteristics of novel nanomaterial-based technologies and ... Read more

$143.99 USD

This book presents the applications of nanotechnology in environmental and public health management. The first part presents the implications of nanomaterials in environmental remediation, water purification, and the controlled release of agrochemicals. The environmental nanotechnology section of the book helps readers comprehend the characteristics of novel nanomaterial-based technologies and
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Optical Characterization of Thin Solid Films

Edited by Olaf Stenzel, Miloslav Ohlídal ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book is an up-to-date survey of the major optical characterization techniques for thin solid films. Emphasis is placed on practicability of the various approaches. Relevant fundamentals are briefly reviewed before demonstrating the application of these techniques to practically relevant research and development topics. The book is written by international top experts, all of whom are involved ... Read more

$170.99 USD

This book is an up-to-date survey of the major optical characterization techniques for thin solid films. Emphasis is placed on practicability of the various approaches. Relevant fundamentals are briefly reviewed before demonstrating the application of these techniques to practically relevant research and development topics. The book is written by international top experts, all of whom are involved
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Fundamentals of Bias Temperature Instability in MOS Transistors

Characterization Methods, Process and Materials Impact, DC and AC Modeling

Edited by Souvik Mahapatra ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book aims to cover different aspects of Bias Temperature Instability (BTI). BTI remains as an important reliability concern for CMOS transistors and circuits. Development of BTI resilient technology relies on utilizing artefact-free stress and measurement methods and suitable physics-based models for accurate determination of degradation at end-of-life and understanding the gate insulator ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book aims to cover different aspects of Bias Temperature Instability (BTI). BTI remains as an important reliability concern for CMOS transistors and circuits. Development of BTI resilient technology relies on utilizing artefact-free stress and measurement methods and suitable physics-based models for accurate determination of degradation at end-of-life and understanding the gate insulator
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Theoretical Foundations of Nanoscale Quantum Devices

by Malin Premaratne, Govind P. Agrawal ...

Nanooptics which describes the interaction of light with matter at the nanoscale, is a topic of great fundamental interest to physicists and engineers and allows the direct observation of quantum mechanical phenomena in action. This self-contained and extensively referenced text describes the underlying theory behind nanodevices operating in the quantum regime for use both in advanced courses and ... Read more

$67.99 USD

Nanooptics which describes the interaction of light with matter at the nanoscale, is a topic of great fundamental interest to physicists and engineers and allows the direct observation of quantum mechanical phenomena in action. This self-contained and extensively referenced text describes the underlying theory behind nanodevices operating in the quantum regime for use both in advanced courses and
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Fundamentals of Condensed Matter Physics

by Marvin L. Cohen, Steven G. Louie ...

Based on an established course and covering the fundamentals, central areas and contemporary topics of this diverse field, Fundamentals of Condensed Matter Physics is a much-needed textbook for graduate students. The book begins with an introduction to the modern conceptual models of a solid from the points of view of interacting atoms and elementary excitations. It then provides students with a ... Read more

$81.99 USD

Based on an established course and covering the fundamentals, central areas and contemporary topics of this diverse field, Fundamentals of Condensed Matter Physics is a much-needed textbook for graduate students. The book begins with an introduction to the modern conceptual models of a solid from the points of view of interacting atoms and elementary excitations. It then provides students with a
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Alkyne‐Based Nanostructures on Silver Substrates

by Raphael Hellwig ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Acetylenic precursors are important reactants for creating carbon-based architectures via linkage reactions. While their capability of forming intermolecular bonds is well investigated in solution, very few systematic studies have been carried out to create alkyne-based nanostructures on metal substrates under ultra-high vacuum conditions. Synthesizing extended and regular carbon scaffolds ... Read more

$89.99 USD

Acetylenic precursors are important reactants for creating carbon-based architectures via linkage reactions. While their capability of forming intermolecular bonds is well investigated in solution, very few systematic studies have been carried out to create alkyne-based nanostructures on metal substrates under ultra-high vacuum conditions. Synthesizing extended and regular carbon scaffolds
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Complexity and Emergence in Market Ecosystems

Edited by Debora Sarno, Francesco Polese, Stephen Louis Vargo ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book delves into the intricacies of transformative processes, focusing particularly on radical and disruptive changes that shape markets, social systems, organizations, cities, and service ecosystems. In a world characterized by turbulence, unpredictability, and complex challenges, managers and marketers are tasked with navigating change and driving progress. Drawing on frameworks, typologies ... Read more

$152.99 USD

This book delves into the intricacies of transformative processes, focusing particularly on radical and disruptive changes that shape markets, social systems, organizations, cities, and service ecosystems. In a world characterized by turbulence, unpredictability, and complex challenges, managers and marketers are tasked with navigating change and driving progress. Drawing on frameworks, typologies
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Condensed Matter in a Nutshell

by Gerald D. Mahan ...

Series series In a Nutshell
Condensed Matter in a Nutshell is the most concise, accessible, and self-contained introduction to this exciting and cutting-edge area of modern physics. This premier textbook covers all the standard topics, including crystal structures, energy bands, phonons, optical properties, ferroelectricity, superconductivity, and magnetism. It includes in-depth discussions of transport theory, nanoscience, ... Read more

$64.99 USD

Condensed Matter in a Nutshell is the most concise, accessible, and self-contained introduction to this exciting and cutting-edge area of modern physics. This premier textbook covers all the standard topics, including crystal structures, energy bands, phonons, optical properties, ferroelectricity, superconductivity, and magnetism. It includes in-depth discussions of transport theory, nanoscience,
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Macroscopic Matter Wave Interferometry

by Stefan Nimmrichter ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Matter‐wave interferometry is a promising and successful way to explore truly macroscopic quantum phenomena and probe the validity of quantum theory at the borderline to the classic world. Indeed, we may soon witness quantum superpositions with nano to micrometer-sized objects. Yet, venturing deeper into the macroscopic domain is not only an experimental but also a theoretical endeavour: new ... Read more

$89.99 USD

Matter‐wave interferometry is a promising and successful way to explore truly macroscopic quantum phenomena and probe the validity of quantum theory at the borderline to the classic world. Indeed, we may soon witness quantum superpositions with nano to micrometer-sized objects. Yet, venturing deeper into the macroscopic domain is not only an experimental but also a theoretical endeavour: new
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Carbon Nanostructured Materials

Synthesis, Characterization, and Industrial Applications

by Alexander Khovavko, Eugene Strativnov, Andrii Nebesnyi, Denis Filonenko, Olexiy Sviatenko, Angela Piatova, Maksym Barabash ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book provides a concise yet comprehensive look at carbon nanostructured materials, focusing on synthesis methodologies, applications, and fundamental principles. Based on extensive research conducted at the Gas Institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, it offers a thorough examination of recent advancements in the field.The book describes various synthesis techniques, ... Read more

$53.99 USD

This book provides a concise yet comprehensive look at carbon nanostructured materials, focusing on synthesis methodologies, applications, and fundamental principles. Based on extensive research conducted at the Gas Institute of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, it offers a thorough examination of recent advancements in the field.The book describes various synthesis techniques,
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Electro-Osmosis of Polymer Solutions

Linear and Nonlinear Behavior

by Yuki Uematsu ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis focuses on the theoretical description of electro-osmosis of polymer solutions. In particular, it emphasizes the importance of considering non-uniform profiles of the solution viscosity and polymer concentration near a solid surface.The thesis begins with an introduction to fundamental theories and experimental observations for beginners in this field, concerning electrolyte solutions, ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis focuses on the theoretical description of electro-osmosis of polymer solutions. In particular, it emphasizes the importance of considering non-uniform profiles of the solution viscosity and polymer concentration near a solid surface.The thesis begins with an introduction to fundamental theories and experimental observations for beginners in this field, concerning electrolyte solutions,
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Towards a Compact Thin-Disk-Based Femtosecond XUV Source

by Oleg Pronin ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis provides unique information on the Kerr-lens mode-locking (KLM) technique applied to a thin-disk laser. It describes in detail cavity geometry, the qualitative approach to KLM, and self-starting behavior in the regime of both negative and positive dispersion. Comprehensive comparative analysis of KLM and semiconductor saturable absorber techniques is also carried out. Recent successful ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis provides unique information on the Kerr-lens mode-locking (KLM) technique applied to a thin-disk laser. It describes in detail cavity geometry, the qualitative approach to KLM, and self-starting behavior in the regime of both negative and positive dispersion. Comprehensive comparative analysis of KLM and semiconductor saturable absorber techniques is also carried out. Recent successful
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Ausgewählte Sensorschaltungen

Vom Datenblatt zur Simulation

by Peter Baumann ...

Series series Computer Science and Engineering (German Language)
In diesem Buch werden die Schritte angegeben, mit denen man aus den Datenblättern der Sensor-Hersteller die Modellparameter ermitteln kann, die zu einer Schaltungssimulation benötigt werden. Des Weiteren wird gezeigt, wie dem jeweiligen Sensor die Abhängigkeit von Temperatur, Feuchte, Licht, Druck, Kraft oder Magnetfeld in Gleichungsform aufgeprägt werden kann. Zu Sensorschaltungen wie ... Read more

$28.99 USD

In diesem Buch werden die Schritte angegeben, mit denen man aus den Datenblättern der Sensor-Hersteller die Modellparameter ermitteln kann, die zu einer Schaltungssimulation benötigt werden. Des Weiteren wird gezeigt, wie dem jeweiligen Sensor die Abhängigkeit von Temperatur, Feuchte, Licht, Druck, Kraft oder Magnetfeld in Gleichungsform aufgeprägt werden kann. Zu Sensorschaltungen wie
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Atomic- and Nanoscale Magnetism

Edited by Roland Wiesendanger ...

Series series NanoScience and Technology
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the fascinating recent developments in atomic- and nanoscale magnetism, including the physics of individual magnetic adatoms and single spins, the synthesis of molecular magnets for spintronic applications, and the magnetic properties of small clusters as well as non-collinear spin textures, such as spin spirals and magnetic skyrmions in ultrathin ... Read more

$134.99 USD

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the fascinating recent developments in atomic- and nanoscale magnetism, including the physics of individual magnetic adatoms and single spins, the synthesis of molecular magnets for spintronic applications, and the magnetic properties of small clusters as well as non-collinear spin textures, such as spin spirals and magnetic skyrmions in ultrathin
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Transport and NMR Studies of Charge Glass in Organic Conductors with Quasi-triangular Lattices

by Takuro Sato ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis experimentally demonstrates the much discussed electronic charge-glass states in solids. It focuses on quasi-two-dimensional organic conductors of the θ-(BEDT-TTF)2X family, which form anisotropic triangular lattices, and examines their electronic properties using various measurements: resistivity, time-resolved electric transport, X-ray diffraction analysis, and nuclear magnetic ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis experimentally demonstrates the much discussed electronic charge-glass states in solids. It focuses on quasi-two-dimensional organic conductors of the θ-(BEDT-TTF)2X family, which form anisotropic triangular lattices, and examines their electronic properties using various measurements: resistivity, time-resolved electric transport, X-ray diffraction analysis, and nuclear magnetic
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Advanced Materials

Proceedings of the International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2017

Edited by Ivan A. Parinov, Shun-Hsyung Chang, Vijay K. Gupta ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2017 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2017 (Jabalpur, India, 14–16 October, 2017), which is devoted to processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book focuses on a wide spectrum of nanostructures, ferroelectric crystals, ... Read more

$242.99 USD

This book presents selected peer-reviewed contributions from the 2017 International Conference on “Physics and Mechanics of New Materials and Their Applications”, PHENMA 2017 (Jabalpur, India, 14–16 October, 2017), which is devoted to processing techniques, physics, mechanics, and applications of advanced materials. The book focuses on a wide spectrum of nanostructures, ferroelectric crystals,
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