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One Man and His Dog.- Physics is Phun.- Being Friendly to Neutrons.- Criticality is Not as Bad as it Sounds.- What Makes Nuclear Special?.- The Thing you put your Reactor in.....- Pull the Rods Out and Stand Back.- Watt Power?.- Your Reactor is Stable (Part One).- You've got to do Something with all that Steam....- The Big Red Button.- Your Reactor is Stable (Part Two).- Putting a Spin on it.- Going Up!.- Power, and How to Change it.- Steady Power with Nothin to do?.- It's All About Safety.- What Can Go Wrong (and what you can do about it...).- Smaller isn't Always Easier.- What Else Can Go Wrong?.- When you run out of Oomph.- Other Reactor Designs are Available.- How to Build your own Reactor.- And there's more....- Conclusion.

Have you ever wondered how a nuclear power station works? This book will answer that question. It’ll take you on a journey from the science behind nuclear reactors, through their start-up, operation and shutdown. Along the way it covers a bit of the engineering, reactor history, different kinds of reactors and what can go wrong with them. Much of this is seen from the viewpoint of a trainee operator on a Pressurised Water Reactor - the most common type of nuclear reactor in the world. Colin Tucker has spent the last thirty years keeping reactors safe. Join him on a tour that is the next best thing to driving a nuclear reactor yourself!

Have you ever wondered how a nuclear power station works? This lively book will answer that question. It’ll take you on a journey from the science behind nuclear reactors, through their start-up, operation and shutdown. Along the way it covers a bit of the engineering, reactor history, different kinds of reactors and what can go wrong with them. Much of this is seen from the viewpoint of a trainee operator on a Pressurised Water Reactor - the most common type of nuclear reactor in the world. Colin Tucker has spent the last thirty years keeping reactors safe. Join him on a tour that is the next best thing to driving a nuclear reactor yourself!

Shows you that Reactor Physics isn’t Rocket ScienceExplains why Reactors are much Safer than you might thinkEnables anyone to understand how a Nuclear Reactor worksThe next best thing to driving one for real

Colin Tucker has worked in the UK nuclear industry for 30 years, most of that time at Sizewell B power station. He specialises in ‘Nuclear Safety’: the safe running of the reactor, ensuring that the station is always ready to cope with anything that might happen. Over much of his career he has spent time visiting Schools, Clubs and other venues to talk about nuclear power stations – how they work, how they can be kept safe etc. In his spare time he is a bat enthusiast and a guard and signalman on the Ffestiniog Railway.

9783030338756

/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mechanical Power Engineering/Nuclear Energy/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Nuclear Physics/Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Electrical Power Engineering/Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Mechanical Power Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//

978-0-306-44790-7

1. Mathematical Introduction.- 1.1. Linear Vector Spaces: Basics.- 1.2. Inner Product Spaces.- 1.3. Dual Spaces and the Dirac Notation.- 1.4. Subspaces.- 1.5. Linear Operators.- 1.6. Matrix Elements of Linear Operators.- 1.7. Active and Passive Transformations.- 1.8. The Eigenvalue Problem.- 1.9. Functions of Operators and Related Concepts.- 1.10. Generalization to Infinite Dimensions.- 2. Review of Classical Mechanics.- 2.1. The Principle of Least Action and Lagrangian Mechanics.- 2.2. The Electromagnetic Lagrangian.- 2.3. The Two-Body Problem.- 2.4. How Smart Is a Particle?.- 2.5. The Hamiltonian Formalism.- 2.6. The Electromagnetic Force in the Hamiltonian Scheme.- 2.7. Cyclic Coordinates, Poisson Brackets, and Canonical Transformations.- 2.8. Symmetries and Their Consequences.- 3. All Is Not Well with Classical Mechanics.- 3.1. Particles and Waves in Classical Physics.- 3.2. An Experiment with Waves and Particles (Classical).- 3.3. The Double-Slit Experiment with Light.- 3.4. Matter Waves (de Broglie Waves).- 3.5. Conclusions.- 4. The Postulates—a General Discussion.- 4.1. The Postulates.- 4.2. Discussion of Postulates I -III.- 4.3. The Schrödinger Equation (Dotting Your i’s and Crossing your ?’s).- 5. Simple Problems in One Dimension.- 5.1. The Free Particle.- 5.2. The Particle in a Box.- 5.3. The Continuity Equation for Probability.- 5.4. The Single-Step Potential: a Problem in Scattering.- 5.5. The Double-Slit Experiment.- 5.6. Some Theorems.- 6. The Classical Limit.- 7. The Harmonic Oscillator.- 7.1. Why Study the Harmonic Oscillator?.- 7.2. Review of the Classical Oscillator.- 7.3. Quantization of the Oscillator (Coordinate Basis).- 7.4. The Oscillator in the Energy Basis.- 7.5. Passage from the Energy Basis to the X Basis.- 8. The Path Integral Formulation of Quantum Theory.- 8.1. The Path Integral Recipe.- 8.2. Analysis of the Recipe.- 8.3. An Approximation to U(t) for the Free Particle.- 8.4. Path Integral Evaluation of the Free-Particle Propagator.- 8.5. Equivalence to the Schrödinger Equation.- 8.6. Potentials of the Form V=a + bx + cx2 + d? + ex?.- 9. The Heisenberg Uncertainty Relations.- 9.1. Introduction.- 9.2. Derivation of the Uncertainty Relations.- 9.3. The Minimum Uncertainty Packet.- 9.4. Applications of the Uncertainty Principle.- 9.5. The Energy-Time Uncertainty Relation.- 10. Systems with N Degrees of Freedom.- 10.1. N Particles in One Dimension.- 10.2. More Particles in More Dimensions.- 10.3. Identical Particles.- 11. Symmetries and Their Consequences.- 11.1. Overview.- 11.2. Translational Invariance in Quantum Theory.- 11.3. Time Translational Invariance.- 11.4. Parity Invariance.- 11.5. Time-Reversal Symmetry.- 12. Rotational Invariance and Angular Momentum.- 12.1. Translations in Two Dimensions.- 12.2. Rotations in Two Dimensions.- 12.3. The Eigenvalue Problem of Lz.- 12.4. Angular Momentum in Three Dimensions.- 12.5. The Eigenvalue Problem of L2 and Lz.- 12.6. Solution of Rotationally Invariant Problems.- 13. The Hydrogen Atom.- 13.1. The Eigenvalue Problem.- 13.2. The Degeneracy of the Hydrogen Spectrum.- 13.3. Numerical Estimates and Comparison with Experiment.- 13.4. Multielectron Atoms and the Periodic Table.- 14. Spin.- 14.1. Introduction.- 14.2. What is the Nature of Spin?.- 14.3. Kinematics of Spin.- 14.4. Spin Dynamics.- 14.5. Return of Orbital Degrees of Freedom.- 15. Addition of Angular Momenta.- 15.1. A Simple Example.- 15.2. The General Problem.- 15.3. Irreducible Tensor Operators.- 15.4. Explanation of Some “Accidental” Degeneracies.- 16. Variational and WKB Methods.- 16.1. The Variational Method.- 16.2. The Wentzel-Kramers-Brillouin Method.- 17. Time-Independent Perturbation Theory.- 17.1. The Formalism.- 17.2. Some Examples.- 17.3. Degenerate Perturbation Theory.- 18. Time-Dependent Perturbation Theory.- 18.1. The Problem.- 18.2. First-Order Perturbation Theory.- 18.3. Higher Order

Reviews from the First Edition:

'An excellent text … The postulates of quantum mechanics and the mathematical underpinnings are discussed in a clear, succinct manner.' (American Scientist)

'No matter how gently one introduces students to the concept of Dirac’s bras and kets, many are turned off. Shankar attacks the problem head-on in the first chapter, and in a very informal style suggests that there is nothing to be frightened of.' (Physics Bulletin)

Reviews of the Second Edition:

'This massive text of 700 and odd pages has indeed an excellent get-up, is very verbal and expressive, and has extensively worked out calculational details---all just right for a first course. The style is conversational, more like a corridor talk or lecture notes, though arranged as a text. … It would be particularly useful to beginning students and those in allied areas like quantum chemistry.' (Mathematical Reviews)


<R. Shankar has introduced major additions and updated key presentations in this second edition of Principles of Quantum Mechanics. New features of this innovative text include an entirely rewritten mathematical introduction, a discussion of Time-reversal invariance, and extensive coverage of a variety of path integrals and their applications. Additional highlights include:

- Clear, accessible treatment of underlying mathematics
- A review of Newtonian, Lagrangian, and Hamiltonian mechanics
- Student understanding of quantum theory is enhanced by separate treatment of mathematical theorems and physical postulates
- Unsurpassed coverage of path integrals and their relevance in contemporary physics

The requisite text for advanced undergraduate- and graduate-level students, Principles of Quantum Mechanics, Second Edition is fully referenced and is supported by many exercises and solutions. The book’s self-contained chapters also make it suitable for independent study as well as for courses in applied disciplines.

R. Shankar has introduced major additions and updated key presentations in this second edition of Principles of Quantum Mechanics. New features of this innovative text include an entirely rewritten mathematical introduction, a discussion of Time-reversal invariance, and extensive coverage of a variety of path integrals and their applications. Additional highlights include:


- Clear, accessible treatment of underlying mathematics
- A review of Newtonian, Lagrangian, and Hamiltonian mechanics
- Student understanding of quantum theory is enhanced by separate treatment of mathematical theorems and physical postulates
- Unsurpassed coverage of path integrals and their relevance in contemporary physics

The requisite text for advanced undergraduate- and graduate-level students, Principles of Quantum Mechanics, Second Edition is fully referenced and is supported by many exercises and solutions. The book’s self-contained chapters also make it suitable for independent study as well as for courses in applied disciplines.

9780306447907

/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Classical Mechanics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//

10.1007/978-1-4757-0576-8

978-3-030-43787-9

A Collection of Sneaky Tricks, Sly Substitutions, and Numerous Other Stupendously Clever, Awesomely Wicked, and Devilishly Seductive Maneuvers for Computing Hundreds of Perplexing Definite Integrals From Physics, Engineering, and Mathematics (Plus Numerous Challenge Problems with Complete, Detailed Solutions)

From the Contents: Preface.- Introduction.- ‘Easy’ Integrals.- Feynman’s Favorite Trick.- Gamma and Beta Function Integrals.- Using Power Series to Evaluate Integrals.- Seven Not-So-Easy Integrals.- Using √(-1) to Evaluate Integrals.- Contour Integration.- Epilogue.- Solutions to the Challenge Problems.

What’s the point of calculating definite integrals since you can’t possibly do them all?What makes doing the specific integrals in this book of value aren’t the specific answers we’ll obtain, but rather the methods we’ll use in obtaining those answers; methods you can use for evaluating the integrals you will encounter in the future.This book, now in its second edition, is written in a light-hearted manner for students who have completed the first year of college or high school AP calculus and have just a bit of exposure to the concept of a differential equation. Every result is fully derived. If you are fascinated by definite integrals, then this is a book for you. New material in the second edition includes 25 new challenge problems and solutions, 25 new worked examples, simplified derivations, and additional historical discussion.

What’s the point of calculating definite integrals since you can’t possibly do them all?What makes doing the specific integrals in this book of value aren’t the specific answers we’ll obtain, but rather the methods we’ll use in obtaining those answers; methods you can use for evaluating the integrals you will encounter in the future.This book, now in its second edition, is written in a light-hearted manner for students who have completed the first year of college or high school AP calculus and have just a bit of exposure to the concept of a differential equation. Every result is fully derived. If you are fascinated by definite integrals, then this is a book for you. New material in the second edition includes 25 new challenge problems and solutions, 25 new worked examples, simplified derivations, and additional historical discussion.

New edition with 25 added challenge problems and solutions and 25 new worked examplesA "recipe book" with many valuable little-known integration techniquesWritten with an accessible and easy-to-follow style by acclaimed popular science author and engineering professor Paul NahinIncludes rarely-taught problem solving techniques including Feynman's favorite: differentiation under the integralFeatures worked-out and thoroughly explained practice problems

Paul J. Nahin is professor emeritus of electrical engineering at the University of New Hampshire. He is the author of 21 books on mathematics, physics, and the history of science, published by Springer, and the university presses of Princeton and Johns Hopkins. He received the 2017 Chandler Davis Prize for Excellence in Expository Writing in Mathematics (for his paper “The Mysterious Mr. Graham,” The Mathematical Intelligencer, Spring 2016). He gave the invited 2011 Sampson Lectures in Mathematics at Bates College, Lewiston, Maine.

9783030437879

/Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical and Computational Engineering Applications/Technology and Engineering//Real Functions/Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Sequences, Series, Summability/Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Functions of a Complex Variable/Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//

10.1007/978-3-030-43788-6

978-3-319-64932-0

<div>Chapter 1 - Introduction.- Chapter 2 - Astronomy Basics.- Chapter 3 - Overview of Celestron's Alt-Az Computerized Telescopes.- Chapter 4 - Alignment.- Chapter 5 - NexStar and StarSense Hand Control Operation.- Chapter 6 - SkyPortal Operation.- Chapter 7 - Connecting a PC, Mac, Tablet, or Smartphone to Your 'Scope.- Chapter 8- Expanding Your Horizons - Choosing Objects to View.- Chapter 9 - accessories for Your Telescope.- Chapter 10 - Firmware Updates.- Chapter 11.- Collimation, Maintenance, Care, and Cleaning.- Chapter 12 - Tips, Solutions, and Troubleshooting Common problems.- Appendix A - Internet Resources.- Appendix B - Glossary.- Index.</div><div><br/></div>

As with the first edition, this book is a thorough reference for the telescope models covered. The original NexStar User's Guide has remained very popular among the NexStar owner community. This updated edition has been completely rewritten to cover all current Celestron altitude-azimuth computerized telescopes (German EQ mounts are not discussed). Detailed information on the alignment and operation of these ‘scopes provides a complete reference that expands greatly upon the manuals provided by Celestron. It also serves as a guide to buying the most suitable model for a variety of budgets and interests. Connecting and controlling the telescope with PCs, Macs, tablets, and smartphones is covered in great detail. A chapter is dedicated to updating the firmware in the hand control, mount, and StarSense camera (an optional accessory). Chapters on accessories, collimation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tips round out the book’s extensive coverage of the subject matter. Additionally, the book offers a brief, though complete, introduction to amateur astronomy, making it an ideal source for both the beginner astronomer as well as the seasoned veteran looking to get the most out of a new telescope.

As with the first edition, this book is a thorough reference for the telescope models covered. The original NexStar User's Guide has remained very popular among the NexStar owner community. This updated edition has been completely rewritten to cover all current Celestron altitude-azimuth computerized telescopes (German EQ mounts are not discussed). Detailed information on the alignment and operation of these ‘scopes provides a complete reference that expands greatly upon the manuals provided by Celestron. It also serves as a guide to buying the most suitable model for a variety of budgets and interests. Connecting and controlling the telescope with PCs, Macs, tablets, and smartphones is covered in great detail. A chapter is dedicated to updating the firmware in the hand control, mount, and StarSense camera (an optional accessory). Chapters on accessories, collimation, maintenance, and troubleshooting tips round out the book’s extensive coverage of the subject matter. Additionally, the book offers a brief, though complete, introduction to amateur astronomy, making it an ideal source for both the beginner astronomer as well as the seasoned veteran looking to get the most out of a new telescope.

Serves as an accessible, updated manual of a best-selling (7,000 copies!) first edition for these popular telescopes used by amateur astronomersAims to be the definitive reference for Celestron's alt-az computerized telescopesProvides a thorough introduction of amateur astronomy for newcomersIncludes in-depth coverage of the technology in the telescopeIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Michael Swanson is a veteran IT manager for the United States Navy with a lifelong interest in astronomy, technology, and computer programming. Shortly after purchasing his first NexStar telescope in the year 2000, he established what would quickly become the definitive Internet resource for NexStar telescopes - the NexStar Resource Site (www.NexStarSite.com). Since 2001, he has worked with Celestron in reviewing and testing their latest technologies, contributing numerous suggestions during the design process. 

9783319649320

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/////

Seventy-Five Solutions to the Fermi Paradox and the Problem of Extraterrestrial Life

,978-1-4419-3029-3,978-0-387-95501-8,978-1-4757-8817-4,978-0-387-21739-0

Foreword.- Preface to the Second Edition.- Preface to the Third Edition.- Where is Everybody?.- Of Fermi and Paradox.- They are (or were) Here.- They Exist, But we Have Yet to See or Hear From Them.- They Don`t Exist.- Conclusion.- Notes.- References.- Index.

Given the fact that there are perhaps 400 billion stars in our Galaxy alone, and perhaps 400 billion galaxies in the Universe, it stands to reason that somewhere out there, in the 14-billion-year-old cosmos, there is or once was a civilization at least as advanced as our own. The sheer enormity of the numbers almost demands that we accept the truth of this hypothesis. Why, then, have we encountered no evidence, no messages, no artifacts of these extraterrestrials? In this second, significantly revised and expanded edition of his widely popular book, Webb discusses in detail the (for now!) 75 most cogent and intriguing solutions to Fermi's famous paradox: If the numbers strongly point to the existence of extraterrestrial civilizations, why have we found no evidence of them?Reviews from the first edition: 'Amidst the plethora of books that treat the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence, this one by Webb … is outstanding. … Each solution is presented ina very logical, interesting, thorough manner with accompanying explanations and notes that the intelligent layperson can understand. Webb digs into the issues … by considering a very broad set of in-depth solutions that he addresses through an interesting and challenging mode of presentation that stretches the mind. … An excellent book for anyone who has ever asked ‘Are we alone?’.' (W. E. Howard III, Choice, March, 2003)'Fifty ideas are presented … that reveal a clearly reasoned examination of what is known as ‘The Fermi Paradox’. … For anyone who enjoys a good detective story, or using their thinking faculties and stretching the imagination to the limits … ‘Where is everybody’ will be enormously informative and entertaining. … Read this book, and whatever your views are about life elsewhere in the Universe, your appreciation for how special life is here on Earth will be enhanced! A worthy addition to any personal library.' (Philip Bridle, BBC Radio, March, 2003)Since gaining a BSc in physics from the University of Bristol and a PhD in theoretical physics from the University of Manchester, Stephen Webb has worked in a variety of universities in the UK. He is a regular contributor to the Yearbook of Astronomy series and has published an undergraduate textbook on distance determination in astronomy and cosmology as well as several popular science books. His interest in the Fermi paradox combines lifelong interests in both science and science fiction.

Given the fact that there are perhaps 400 billion stars in our Galaxy alone, and perhaps 400 billion galaxies in the Universe, it stands to reason that somewhere out there, in the 14-billion-year-old cosmos, there is or once was a civilization at least as advanced as our own. The sheer enormity of the numbers almost demands that we accept the truth of this hypothesis. Why, then, have we encountered no evidence, no messages, no artifacts of these extraterrestrials? In this second, significantly revised and expanded edition of his widely popular book, Webb discusses in detail the (for now!) 75 most cogent and intriguing solutions to Fermi's famous paradox: If the numbers strongly point to the existence of extraterrestrial civilizations, why have we found no evidence of them?Reviews from the first edition:'Amidst the plethora of books that treat the possibility of extraterrestrial intelligence, this one by Webb … is outstanding. … Each solution is presented in a very logical, interesting, thorough manner with accompanying explanations and notes that the intelligent layperson can understand. Webb digs into the issues … by considering a very broad set of in-depth solutions that he addresses through an interesting and challenging mode of presentation that stretches the mind. … An excellent book for anyone who has ever asked ‘Are we alone?’.' (W. E. Howard III, Choice, March, 2003)'Fifty ideas are presented … that reveal a clearly reasoned examination of what is known as ‘The Fermi Paradox’. … For anyone who enjoys a good detective story, or using their thinking faculties and stretching the imagination to the limits … ‘Where is everybody’ will be enormously informative and entertaining. … Read this book, and whatever your views are about life elsewhere in the Universe, your appreciation for how special life is here on Earth will be enhanced! A worthy addition to any personal library.' (Philip Bridle, BBC Radio, March, 2003)Since gaining a BSc in physics from the University of Bristol and a PhD in theoretical physics from the University of Manchester, Stephen Webb has worked in a variety of universities in the UK. He is a regular contributor to the Yearbook of Astronomy series and has published an undergraduate textbook on distance determination in astronomy and cosmology as well as several popular science books. His interest in the Fermi paradox combines lifelong interests in both science and science fiction.

Is beautifully written, concise, but thorough, interesting, and thought-provokingGives a unique account of the Fermi paradox and its possible solutionsProvides extensive information about sources and suggestions for further readingConnects insights from many scientific disciplines in an easy-to-follow wayMuch expanded and revised editionIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Physicist Stephen Webb is best known as author of popular science books: he has published 'Measuring the Universe - The Cosmological Distance Ladder'  in 1999, the first edition of 'If the Universe Is Teeming with Aliens ... WHERE IS EVERYBODY? Fifty Solutions to the Fermi Paradox and the Problem of Extraterrestrial Life' in 2002, 'Out of this World - Colliding Universes, Branes, Strings, and Other Wild Ideas of Modern Physics' in 2004 and 'New Eyes on the Universe - Twelve Cosmic Mysteries and the Tools We Need to Solve Them' in 2012.

9783319132358

/Astrobiology/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astrobiology/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Space Physics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Biogeosciences/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences//Planetary Science/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy//

978-0-387-95289-5

Peter D. Ward, University of Washington Institute of Geological Sciences, Seattle, WA, USA; Donald Brownlee

Why Life Might Be Widespread in the Universe.- Habitable Zones of the Universe.- Building a Habitable Earth.- Life’s First Appearance on Earth.- How to Build Animals.- Snowball Earth.- The Enigma of the Cambrian Explosion.- Mass Extinctions and the Rare Earth Hypothesis.- The Surprising Importance of Plate Tectonics.- The Moon, Jupiter, and Life on Earth.- Testing the Rare Earth Hypothesis.- Assessing the Odds.- Messengers from the Stars.

In November 12, 2002, Dr. John Chambers of the NASA Ames Research Center gave a seminar to the Astrobiology Group at the University of Washington. The audience of about 100 listened with rapt attention as Chambers described results from a computer study of how planetary systems form. The goal of his research was to answer a deceptively simple question: How often would newly forming planetary systems produce Earth-like planets, given a star the size of our own sun? By “Earth-like” Chambers meant a rocky planet with water on its surface, orbiting within a star’s “habitable zone. ” This not-too-hot and not-too-cold inner region, relatively close to the star, supports the presence of liquid water on a planet surface for hundreds of million of years—the time-span probably necessary for the evolution of life. To answer the question of just how many Earth-like planets might be spawned in such a planetary system, Chambers had spent thousands of hours running highly sophisticated modeling programs through arrays of powerful computers. The results presented at the meeting were startling. The simulations showed that rocky planets orbiting at the “right” distances from the central star are easily formed, but they can end up with a wide range of water content. Earth seems to be quite a gem—a rocky planet where not only can liquid water exist for long periods of time, but where water can be found as a heathy oceanful—not too little and not too much. Our planet seems to reside in a benign region of the Galaxy, where comet and asteroid bombardment is tolerable and habitable-zone planets can commonly grow to Earth size. Such real estate in our galaxy—perhaps in any galaxy—is prime for life. And rare as well.

9780387952895

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Humanities and Social Sciences//Astrobiology/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences///

Radio and radar astronomy are powerful tools when studying the wonders of the universe, yet they tend to mystify amateur astronomers. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to newcomers, containing everything you need to start observing at radio wavelengths.Written by a mechanical engineer who has actually built and operated the tools described, the book contains a plethora of tested advice and practical resources. This revised edition of the original 2014 book Getting Started in Radio Astronomy provides a complete overview of the latest technology and research, including the newest models and equipment on the market as well as an entirely new section on radio astronomy with software-defined radios (SDRs).
Four brand-new beginner projects are included, including bouncing a radar signal off the Moon, detecting the aurora, and tuning into the downlink radio used by astronauts aboard the ISS. Requiring no previous knowledge, no scary mathematics, and no expensive equipment, the book will serve as a fun and digestible reference for any level of astronomers hoping to expand their skills into the radio spectrum.

Radio and radar astronomy are powerful tools when studying the wonders of the universe, yet they tend to mystify amateur astronomers. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to newcomers, containing everything you need to start observing at radio wavelengths.Written by a mechanical engineer who has actually built and operated the tools described, the book contains a plethora of tested advice and practical resources. This revised edition of the original 2014 book Getting Started in Radio Astronomy provides a complete overview of the latest technology and research, including the newest models and equipment on the market as well as an entirely new section on radio astronomy with software-defined radios (SDRs).
Four brand-new beginner projects are included, including bouncing a radar signal off the Moon, detecting the aurora, and tuning into the downlink radio used by astronauts aboard the ISS. Requiring no previous knowledge, no scary mathematics, and no expensive equipment, the book will serve as a fun and digestible reference for any level of astronomers hoping to expand their skills into the radio spectrum.

A nontechnical, nonmathematical primer on amateur radio astronomyIncludes 4 new amateur projects, including bouncing a signal off the Moon, detecting the aurora and ISS, and moreOffers expanded resources for the interested reader

Steven Arnold is a certified mechanical engineer and long-time radio astronomer. He is a member of a number of astronomical groups and organizations. He has his own small permanent observatory with a number of optical telescopes, and enjoys solar system, deep-sky imaging, spectroscopy, and radio astronomy. He has recorded a number of podcasts for the 365daysofastronomy.org. project. He has also contributed radio astronomy articles about the NASA Radio Jove receiver kit and also wrote about the Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA). Steven is a certified kickboxing instructor and has risen to the rank of 3rd Dan. He also enjoys walking with his rescue dogs and driving his VW campervan.

9783030549053

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Microwaves, RF Engineering and Optical Communications/Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering////

10.1007/978-3-030-54906-0

Francis Chen, University of California at Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA

,978-1-4419-3201-3,978-0-306-41332-2,978-1-4757-5596-1,978-1-4757-5595-4

Introduction.- Single-particle motions.- Plasmas as fluids.- Waves in plasmas.- Diffusion and resistivity.- Equilibrium and stability.- Kinetic theory .- Nonlinear effects.- Special plasmas.- Plasma applications.

The third edition of this classic text presents a complete introduction to plasma physics and controlled fusion, written by one of the pioneering scientists in this expanding field.  It offers both a simple and intuitive discussion of the basic concepts of the subject matter and an insight into the challenging problems of current research. This outstanding text offers students a painless introduction to this important field; for teachers, a large collection of problems; and for researchers, a concise review of the fundamentals as well as original treatments of a number of topics never before explained so clearly. In a wholly lucid manner the second edition covered charged-particle motions, plasmas as fluids, kinetic theory, and nonlinear effects.  For the third edition, two new chapters have been added to incorporate discussion of more recent advances in the field.  The new chapter 9 on Special Plasmas covers non-neutral plasmas, pure electron plasmas, solid and ultra-cold plasmas, pair-ion plasmas, dusty plasmas, helicon plasmas, atmospheric-pressure plasmas, sheath-bounded plasmas, reconnection and turbulence.  Following this, chapter 10 describes Plasma Applications such as magnetic fusion (pinches, mirrors, FRCs, stellarators, tokamaks, spheromaks), plasma accelerators and FELs, inertial fusion, semiconductor etching, and spacecraft propulsion. This new revised edition remains an essential text for those new to the field and an invaluable reference source for established researchers.

This complete introduction to plasma physics and controlled fusion by one of the pioneering scientists in this expanding field offers both a simple and intuitive discussion of the basic concepts of this subject and an insight into the challenging problems of current research. In a wholly lucid manner the work covers single-particle motions, fluid equations for plasmas, wave motions, diffusion and resistivity, Landau damping, plasma instabilities and nonlinear problems. For students, this outstanding text offers a painless introduction to this important field; for teachers, a large collection of problems; and for researchers, a concise review of the fundamentals as well as original treatments of a number of topics never before explained so clearly. This revised edition contains new material on kinetic effects, including Bernstein waves and the plasma dispersion function, and on nonlinear wave equations and solitons. For the third edition, updates was made throughout each existing chapter, and two new chapters were added; Ch 9 on “Special Plasmas” and Ch 10 on Plasma Applications (including Atmospheric Plasmas).

<p>Third edition of this bestselling textbook providing a coherent and easy-to-understand introduction to plasma physics and controlled fusion</p><p>Updates all existing chapters and includes two additional chapters on Special Plasmas and Plasma Applications</p><p>Contains new and advanced problem sets in each chapter</p>

Francis F. Chen, known as Frank in the physics community, got his B.A. from Harvard Observatory in 1950. His all-star oral committee consisted of famous astronomers Harlow Shapley, Bart J. Bok, Donald Menzel, and Earl Whipple. With pulsars and quasars still undiscovered, he switched to High Energy Physics, receiving his Ph.D. from Harvard in 1954. He had been sent by his adviser, Nobelist Norman Ramsey, to Brookhaven National Laboratory, where he worked on the Cosmotron and wrote the first experimental thesis for energies at or above 1 GeV. To avoid the Korean War draft, he then went to work for the astronomer Lyman Spitzer, Jr., who had just started the classified Project Matterhorn at Princeton University. This was one of four initial projects in the U.S. to tame the hydrogen bomb to make energy peacefully from the same reaction. In 1954, Chen was one of the first 15 employees at what is now the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL). Project Matterhorn started in two old buildings, one formerly a rabbit hutch, and the other a horse operating room. Chen inherited the Model B1 Stellarator, built by James van Allen of the famous van Allen radiation belts around the earth. With the B1, Chen was the first to show that electrons could be trapped by a magnetic field for millions of traverses. By then, it was clear that fusion would require trapping a plasma, a hot, ionized gas of electrons and ions, and not just electrons. Subsequent Model B stellarators, however, failed to do this for longer than milliseconds. Realizing that stellarators were magnetic bottles that were curved and not straight, he convinced Spitzer to allow him to build straight machines to isolate the problem, even though these would have leaks at the ends. Chen then built the L-1 and L-2 machines with straight magnetic fields. Experiments on these showed that the plasma was lost by turbulence, and these random motions were aligned along the magnetic field, with wavelengths longer than any plasma waves known at that time. While on sabbatical in Paris, Chen figured out what these new waves were. They are now known as resistive drift waves and were discovered simultaneously in Russia by Sagdeev and Pogutse. In L-2, Chen and Mosher showed how this turbulence could be suppressed by magnetic fields that were not totally straight but had what is called shear. Modern magnetic bottles (called tokamaks), using advanced methods of stabilization, can hold a hot plasma for minutes. In 1969, Chen went from Princeton to UCLA in California, where he organized an academic program in plasma physics. He wrote the first undergraduate textbook in this field in 1973. Soon after, however, powerful lasers were invented, opening up a whole new field of research. Chen then left magnetic fusion to help start the field of laser fusion. He built the first laser at UCLA. In basic experiments, he and his students were among the first to study Brillouin and Raman scattering, two instabilities that cause problems even in laser-produced plasmas. This interesting field led to John Dawson’s discovery of plasma accelerators, which can shrink the size of machines for high-energy particle research by a factor of 1000! Chen recruited C. Joshi, whose experimental acumen has led his group to spectacular successes. Meanwhile, Chen left the effort to join yet another nascent field: low-temperature plasma physics. This involves partially ionized gases which include neutral atoms as well as ions and electrons. This complexity had led to its reputation as dirty science. By developing helicon plasma sources, which are magnetized, Chen showed that radiofrequency gas discharges contain very interesting physics which can be treated in a logical and interesting manner. Chen’s 57-year career in plasma physics can be divided into four approximately equal parts: magnetic fusion, laser fusion and laser accelerators

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<div>1. Tools of the trade.- 2. The Solar System.- 3. The Interstellar Medium.- 4. Star Birth.- 5. The Sun and Stars.- 6. The Death of Stars.- 7. Special Relativity.- 8. General Relativity. 9. Black Holes.- 10. Exoplanets.- 11. Galaxies.- 12. Active Galaxies.- 13. Cosmology.- 14. The Speculative Universe.- Endnote.- Index.
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Astrophysics is often –with some justification – regarded as incomprehensible without the use of higher mathematics. Consequently, many amateur astronomers miss out on some of the most fascinating aspects of the subject. Astrophysics Is Easy! cuts through the difficult mathematics and explains the basics of astrophysics in accessible terms. Using nothing more than plain arithmetic and simple examples, the workings of the universe are outlined in a straightforward yet detailed and easy-to-grasp manner.

Following on the success of the first and second editions, this fully updated third edition covers the significant changes in astrophysics theories and research that have occurred in the last five years, including new material on: exomoons, exocomets and exoasteroids; Special and General Relativity; gravitational waves, their origins and detection; telescope optics; black hole astrophysics; and more.

For each topic under discussion, an observing list is included so thatobservers can actually see for themselves the concepts presented – stars of the spectral sequence, nebulae, galaxies, even black holes. The book also features in-text, nonmathematical questions and end-of-chapter problems – all with their accompanying solutions – to help readers discuss and digest the material. This new 3rd edition contains several expanded and completely new chapters, and for the first time each chapter now contains many unique and relevant thought questions and numerical problems

Astrophysics is often –with some justification – regarded as incomprehensible without the use of higher mathematics. Consequently, many amateur astronomers miss out on some of the most fascinating aspects of the subject. Astrophysics Is Easy! cuts through the difficult mathematics and explains the basics of astrophysics in accessible terms. Using nothing more than plain arithmetic and simple examples, the workings of the universe are outlined in a straightforward yet detailed and easy-to-grasp manner.

Following on the success of the first and second editions, this fully updated third edition covers the significant changes in astrophysics theories and research that have occurred in the last five years, including new material on: exomoons, exocomets and exoasteroids; Special and General Relativity; gravitational waves, their origins and detection; telescope optics; black hole astrophysics; and more.

For each topic under discussion, an observing list is included so thatobservers can actually see for themselves the concepts presented – stars of the spectral sequence, nebulae, galaxies, even black holes. The book also features in-text, nonmathematical questions and end-of-chapter problems – all with their accompanying solutions – to help readers discuss and digest the material.

Explains the workings of the universe using nothing more than arithmetic and simple examplesIncludes new material on gravitational waves, Special & General Relativity, exomoons, telescopes, black holesContains in-text and end-of-chapter problems and solutions

Dr. Mike Inglis is a professional astronomer who also has a life-long passion for amateur astronomy. In addition to observing the night sky whenever he can he has worked at the University of Hertfordshire and Warwick University in the UK, at Princeton University in the USA, and used some of the world’s largest telescopes in Australia, La Palma and Hawaii. He is the author of several astronomy books for the amateur and student and has had many articles in both popular astronomy magazines and research level journals. He is currently Professor of Astrophysics at the State University of New York, USA.

9783031168048

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978-3-030-53884-2

Introduction.- History of Oscilloscopes/ Fourier’s mathematical transformation.- Semiconductors inside the oscilloscope and as objects of inquiry.- Bench-top vs. hand-held, battery-operated instruments, and use of the differential probe.- The math function in oscilloscopes.- Oscilloscope memory depth and sampling rate problems.- Using cursors to measure the value of a function.- Oscilloscope troubleshooting techniques.- Networking oscilloscopes with each other and with local and remote computers.- The PC-based oscilloscopes.- Triggered-sweep digital storage oscilloscope block diagram.- What lies ahead – In a nutshell, Artificial Intelligence

This text presents readers with an engaging while rigorous manual on the use of oscilloscopes in laboratory and field settings. It describes procedures for measuring and displaying waveforms, gives examples of how this information can be used for repairing malfunctioning equipment and developing new designs, and explains steps for debugging pre-production prototypes. The book begins by examining how the oscilloscope displays electrical energy as traces on X and Y co-ordinates, freely transitioning without loss of information between time and frequency domains, in accordance with the Fourier Transform and its modern correlate, the Fast Fourier Transform. The book continues with practical applications and case studies, describes how oscilloscopes are used in diagnosing pulse width modulation (PWM) problems--looking at serial data streaming and analyzing power supply noise and premises power quality issues—and emphasizes the great functionality of mixed-signal as opposed to mixed-domain oscilloscope, and earlier instruments. Featuring many descriptions of applications in applied science and physics, Oscilloscopes: A Manual for Students, Engineers, and Scientists is ideal for students, faculty, and practitioners.

This text presents readers with an engaging while rigorous manual on the use of oscilloscopes in laboratory and field settings. It describes procedures for measuring and displaying waveforms, gives examples of how this information can be used for repairing malfunctioning equipment and developing new designs, and explains steps for debugging pre-production prototypes. The book begins by examining how the oscilloscope displays electrical energy as traces on X and Y co-ordinates, freely transitioning without loss of information between time and frequency domains, in accordance with the Fourier Transform and its modern correlate, the Fast Fourier Transform. The book continues with practical applications and case studies, describes how oscilloscopes are used in diagnosing pulse width modulation (PWM) problems--looking at serial data streaming and analyzing power supply noise and premises power quality issues—and emphasizes the great functionality of mixed-signal as opposed to mixed-domain oscilloscope, and earlier instruments. Featuring many descriptions of applications in applied science and physics, Oscilloscopes: A Manual for Students, Engineers, and Scientists is ideal for students, faculty, and practitioners.

<p>Introduces physical basis and characteristics of electrical and naturally occurring waves and how wave energy at the oscilloscope input becomes waveforms on the display</p><p>Explains use of oscilloscopes in many applications in engineering and physics</p><p>Reinforces concepts covered with case examples and end of chapter questions and solutions</p><p>Describes the instrument’s circuitry, methods for digitizing analog signals, signal processing and display, debugging prototypes, and troubleshooting faulty equipment</p><p>Includes the oscilloscope’s history, evolution, and recent development</p>

David Herres is a Contributing Editor of DesignWorld/Test & Measurement and has been writing electrical work and electronics in professional journals since 2006 and is the author of four books on National Electrical Code and Electronics.

9783030538842

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978-3-662-53044-3

Hannu Karttunen; Pekka Kröger; Heikki Oja; Markku Poutanen; Karl Johan Donner

Hannu Karttunen, University of Turku Tuorla Observatory, Piikkiö, Finland; Pekka Kröger, Helsinki, Finland; Heikki Oja, University of Helsinki Observatory and, Helsinki, Finland; Markku Poutanen, Finnish Geodetic Institute Dept. Geodesy & Geodynamics, Masala, Finland; Karl Johan Donner, Finnish Geodetic Institute, Helsinki, Finland

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1. Introduction.- 2. Spherical Astronomy.- 3. Observations and Instruments.- 4. Photometric Concepts and Magnitudes.- 5. Radiation Mechanisms.- 6. Celestial Mechanics.- 7. The Solar System Part I.- 8. The Solar System Part II.- 9. Stellar Spectra.- 10. Binary Stars and Stellar Masses.- 11. <Stellar Structure.- 12. Stellar Evolution.- 13. The Sun.- 14. Variable Stars.- 15. Compact Stars.- 16. The Interstellar Medium.- 17. Star Clusters and Associations.- 18. The MilkyWay.- 19. Galaxies.- 20. Cosmology.- 21. Exoplanets.- 22. Astrobiology.-

Now in its sixth edition this successful undergraduate textbook gives a well-balanced and comprehensive introduction to the topics of classical and modern astronomy. While emphasizing both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles, the text provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences. The chapters on galactic and extragalactic astronomy as well as cosmology were extensively modernized in the previous edition. In this new edition they have been further revised to include more recent results. The long chapter on the solar system has been split into two parts: the first one deals with the general properties, and the other one describes individual objects. A new chapter on exoplanets has been added to the end of the book next to the chapter on astrobiology.In response to the fact that astronomy has evolved enormously over the last few years, only a few chapters of this book have been left unmodified.Long considered a standard text for physical science majors, Fundamental Astronomy is also an excellent reference and entrée for dedicated amateur astronomers. For their benefit the introductory chapter has been extended to give a brief summary of the different types of celestial objects.From reviews of earlier editions:
'… The wide range of expertise gives the book an authority that would be almost impossible for a single-author text ... There are other aids to the reader: worked examples ... starred sections in small print take the inquisitive reader beyond the general level of the book.' (Nature)
“This textbook, suitable for a university first course in astronomy, is the outgrowth of a long and outstanding astronomical tradition in Finland, and the result of an extensive collaborative effort, which included also teaching and interaction with many people. … I highly recommend this book for class use … it will be useful for professionals as well.” (Bruno Bertotti, Prometeo, Vol. 24 (3-4), 2008)

Now in its sixth edition, this successful undergraduate textbook gives a well-balanced and comprehensive introduction to the topics of classical and modern astronomy. While emphasizing both the astronomical concepts and the underlying physical principles, the text provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences.
The chapters on galactic and extragalactic astronomy as well as cosmology were extensively modernized in the previous edition. In this new edition they have been further revised to include more recent results. The long chapter on the solar system has been split into two parts: the first one deals with the general properties, and the other one describes individual objects. A new chapter on exoplanets has been added to the end of the book next to the chapter on astrobiology.In response to the fact that astronomy has evolved enormously over the last few years, only a few chapters of this book have been left unmodified.Long considered a standard text for physical science majors, Fundamental Astronomy is also an excellent reference and entrée for dedicated amateur astronomers. For their benefit the introductory chapter has been extended to give a brief summary of the different types of celestial objects

<p>The established, widely-adopted textbook for physical science majors as well as serious amateurs that gives a comprehensive, calculus-based introduction to the topics of classical and modern astronomy and astrophysics</p><p>Richly illustrated with more than 400 images, including 36 color plates, that take you on a visual tour of the cosmos</p><p>The sixth edition has further updated on extragalactic astronomy, cosmology and now includes a separate chapter on extra-solar planets</p><p>Provides a sound basis for more profound studies in the astronomical sciences through its comprehensive approach</p>

Hannu Karttunen is a Finnish astronomer and science writer. He is an associate professor at Turku University and works at Tuorla Observatory. Besides astronomical articles Dr. Karttunen has published astronomy textbooks and teaching material as well as articles for anthologies and encyclopedias. Karttunen has also produced a radio lecture series on astronomy. Hannu Karttunen received the 1998 Tieto-Finlandia Award for his book Oldest science: Astronomy Stone Age to the mission to the moon, and, in2007, the Finnish News Writers Association Tietopöllö Award for his writings and books for children and young people. Heikki Oja is a Finnish astronomer and associate professor at the University of Helsinki, as well as the former director of the Almanac Office. Dr. Oja has written dozens of non-technical non-fiction books and appeared frequently on the radio to talk about astronomy and space research. He has received several awards for his outreach activities.

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978-0-306-45036-5

Based on course material used by the author at Yale University, this practical text addresses the widening gap found between the mathematics required for upper-level courses in the physical sciences and the knowledge of incoming students. This superb book offers students an excellent opportunity to strengthen their mathematical skills by solving various problems in differential calculus. By covering material in its simplest form, students can look forward to a smooth entry into any course in the physical sciences.

Ramamurti Shankar is the John Randolph Huffman Professor of Physics at Yale University, USA.

9780306450365

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10.1007/978-1-4899-6798-5

Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. A Brief overview of deep sky imaging.- Chapter 3. Light pollution and the night sky.- Chapter 4. Astrophotography Equipment.- Chapter 5. Computer Control of a telescope.- Chapter 6. Setting up and using your Telescope.- Chapter 7. Preparation for your First imaging session.- Chapter 8. Computer Controlled Imaging.- Chapter 9. Introduction to Image processing and stacking.- Chapter 10. Troubleshooting.- Chapter 11. Where do you go from here?.- Chapter 12. DIY projects.

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</div><div><div><div>This instructional guide has one aim: to teach inexperienced astrophotographers how to take high quality images. Often, basic information about astrophotography is lacking, or is dealt with too briefly in books on the subject. This book is a distillation of the author’s own experiences, bringing together everything you will need to make the fastest possible progress in deep-sky imaging. </div><div>
</div><div>The book will teach you how to set up and use your astrophotography equipment in a systematic, easy-to-follow manner, helping you get started while avoiding common mistakes. With a step-by-step walk-through course and a unique observational guide to each object, the book contains a plethora of valuable, beginner-friendly information. Particularly useful is the chapter on troubleshooting, which will help newcomers avoid further frustration when things just don’t seem to go right! The book also contains a number of easy to advanced DIY projectsfor imagers working on a budget.</div></div></div><div>
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</div><div>This instructional guide has one aim: to teach inexperienced astrophotographers how to take high quality images. Often, basic information about astrophotography is lacking, or is dealt with too briefly in books on the subject. This book is a distillation of the author’s own experiences, bringing together everything you will need to make the fastest possible progress in deep-sky imaging. </div><div>
</div><div>The book will teach you how to set up and use your astrophotography equipment in a systematic, easy-to-follow manner, helping you get started while avoiding common mistakes. With a step-by-step walk-through course and a unique observational guide to each object, the book contains a plethora of valuable, beginner-friendly information. Particularly useful is the chapter on troubleshooting, which will help newcomers avoid further frustration when things just don’t seem to go right! The book also contains a number of easy to advanced DIY projects for imagers working on a budget.</div><div>
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Includes a troubleshooting guide to help imagers quickly identify and solve problemsProvides charts of where to easily locate and image objects to help get you startedContains a section with DIY projects to improve your imaging techniques

<div>Michael J. O'Brien worked as a Senior Engineer in telecommunications for 20 years before creating his own business repairing and building computers. Following this, he became a partner and designer in a merchandise design company. He currently works as a freelance photographer and amateur astrophotographer of deep-sky objects.</div><div>
</div><div>O'Brien took his first astronomical images in 1974 and proceeded putting a video camera on an 18” telescope in the 1980s. He ran an astronomy-based bulletin board called The Astronomers’ Den for several years during that time. After a long break from the field to raise a family, he decided several years ago to delve back into the strange and modern world of astrophotography, educating himself on the many advances in equipment and software that had happened in the past 30 years.</div><div>
</div><div>In 1995, O'Brien made an 8-inch truss tube Dobsonian telescope. He built many electronic devices includingan oscilloscope and a multi card I/O system for a P.C. before they were readily available. More recently, he built dew heater control systems for multiple telescopes, along with EQMOD adapter cables using a lesser known but more stable FTDI chipset, rather than the 'Prolific' one currently in widespread use.</div>

9783031157615

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978-3-030-45942-0

<div><div>Table of Contents</div><div>
</div><div>Acknowledgements</div><div>
</div><div>Dedication</div><div>
</div><div>Foreword</div><div>
</div><div>Author’s Note</div><div>
</div><div>About the Author</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 1</div><div>Introduction</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 2</div><div>Cameras</div>
</div><div>Chapter 3</div><div>Lenses</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 4</div><div>Telescopes</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 5</div><div>Imaging Methods with Your Telescope </div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 6</div><div>Mountings </div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 7</div><div>Software and Other Necessary Accessories</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 8</div><div>Astrophotography Rules to Live By</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 9</div><div>Getting Acquainted with the Sky</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 10</div><div>Location Matters</div><div>
</div>Chapter 11<div>It’s Astrophotography Time!</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 12</div><div>TheSun and More </div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 13</div><div>The Moon</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 14</div><div>Eclipses</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 15</div><div>The Stars and Planets</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 16</div><div>International Space Station and Satellites</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 17</div><div>Asteroids, Comets, Meteors, Fireballs, Bolides, Meteor Showers</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 18</div><div>Aurorae and Glows in the Sky</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 19</div><div>The Milky Way</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 20</div><div>DSOs – Deep Sky Objects </div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 21</div><div>Process, Print and Post Your Astropics </div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 22</div><div>The Astrophotography Bug</div><div>
</div><div>Chapter 23 </div><div>Suggested Reading and Internet Links</div><div>
</div><div>Appendix: Suggested Reading and Internet Links</div><div>
</div><div>Index</div><div>
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There are many books covering different facets of astrophotography, but few of them contain all the necessary steps for beginners in one accessible place. Astrophotography is Easy! fills that void, serving as a guide to anybody interested in the subject but starting totally from scratch. Assuming no prior experience, the author runs through the basics for how to take astrophotos using just a camera—including cell phones and tablets—as well as a telescope and more sophisticated equipment.The book includes proven techniques, checklists, safety guidelines, troubleshooting tips, and more. Each chapter builds upon the last, allowing readers to master basic techniques before moving on to more challenging material. Also included is a comprehensive list of additional books and resources on a variety of topics so readers can continue expanding their skills.Astrophotography Is Easy! doesn’t simply teach you the basic skills for becoming an astrophotographer: it provides you with the foundations you will need for a lifelong pursuit.

There are many books covering different facets of astrophotography, but few of them contain all the necessary steps for beginners in one accessible place. Astrophotography is Easy! fills that void, serving as a guide to anybody interested in the subject but starting totally from scratch. Assuming no prior experience, the author runs through the basics for how to take astrophotos using just a camera—including cell phones and tablets—as well as a telescope and more sophisticated equipment.The book includes proven techniques, checklists, safety guidelines, troubleshooting tips, and more. Each chapter builds upon the last, allowing readers to master basic techniques before moving on to more challenging material. Also included is a comprehensive list of additional books and resources on a variety of topics so readers can continue expanding their skills.

Astrophotography Is Easy! doesn’t simply teach you the basic skills for becoming an astrophotographer: it provides you with the foundations you will need for a lifelong pursuit.<div><div><div>
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Focuses on true beginners in astrophotography, assuming no prior knowledge of the subjectCovers the scientific background, necessary equipment, and field techniques for photographing the skyAvoids overly technical material in favor of a casual, reader-friendly guide

Greg Redfern, known on twitter as “@SkyGuyinVA,” has been an adjunct professor/instructor of astronomy for five different colleges since 1984. As a NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador since 2003, he has shared NASA's missions to the solar system with many audiences in person as well as on air with Voice Of America (VOA) International, Fox 5 WTTG TV, NBC4 Washington, CBS News and WJLA7. Since 2006, he has been the space reporter for WTOP Radio and WTOP.com.<div>
Greg's daily astronomy blog, 'What’s Up?: The Space Place” has had over 3.2 million views from around the world. As a writer, he has authored numerous articles for Sky and Telescope, Meteorite Magazine, Skywatch and a number of newspapers, including Gannet and USA Today.</div><div>
Greg has been observing and photographing the sky for over five decades and collecting meteorites for years. He has used telescopes of all kinds and visited observatories, NASA facilities, and geological sites all over the world. His astrophotographs have appeared online on NASA.gov, MSN.com, the Huffington Post, the Washington Post, Earth and Sky.org, The Planetary Society, Space.com, Universe Today, and other online publications. For years, cruise ship guests and visitors to Shenandoah National Park have enjoyed Greg’s presentations, where he mingles the folklore and science of the stars.</div>

9783030459420

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10.1007/978-3-030-45943-7

Michael H. Gorn, Thousand Oaks, CA, USA; Giuseppe De Chiara, Caserta, Italy

<div>Chapter 1. High-speed and high-altitude flight: The first X-planes.- Chapter 2. Specific improvements: Technology demonstrators.- Chapter 3. Prelude to the High Frontier: Early space vehicles.- Chapter 4. Flight testing for combat: Military vehicles.- Chapter 5. Aerodynamics and engines: NASA’s research agenda.- Chapter 6. Beyond the horizon: Access to space.- Index.</div><div>
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<div><div>For the past 75 years, the U.S. government has invested significant time and money into advanced aerospace research, as evidenced by its many experimental X-plane aircraft and rockets. NASA's X-Planes asks a simple question: What have we gained from it all?To answer this question, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the X-plane’s long history, from the 1946 X-1 to the modern X-60. The chapters describe not just the technological evolution of these models, but also the wider story of politics, federal budgets, and inter-agency rivalries surrounding them. The book is organized into two sections, with the first covering the operational X-planes that symbolized the Cold War struggle between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R, and the second section surveying post-Cold War aircraft and spacecraft.
Featuring dozens of original illustrations of X-plane cross-sections, in-flight profiles, close-ups, and more, this book will educate general readersand specialists alike.</div></div>

Foreword by Dr. Roger D. Launius, Former NASA Chief Historian
For the past 75 years, the U.S. government has invested significant time and money into advanced aerospace research, as evidenced by its many experimental X-plane aircraft and rockets. NASA's X-Planes asks a simple question: What have we gained from it all? To answer this question, the authors provide a comprehensive overview of the X-plane’s long history, from the 1946 X-1 to the modern X-60. The chapters describe not just the technological evolution of these models, but also the wider story of politics, federal budgets, and inter-agency rivalries surrounding them. The book is organized into two sections, with the first covering the operational X-planes that symbolized the Cold War struggle between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R, and the second section surveying post-Cold War aircraft and spacecraft.


Featuring dozens of original illustrations of X-plane cross-sections,in-flight profiles, close-ups, and more, this book will educate general readers and specialists alike.

The only complete narrative of X-planes, all in one bookContains dozens of original, detailed color illustrations of X-plane designsWritten by two aerospace experts with over 60 cumulative years of experience

<div>Michael Gorn has been an aerospace historian for 40 years and is the author or co-author of 10 books on the subject. He worked as a federal government historian at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and before that at the U.S. Air Force. His positions included (among others) the Chief Historian of the NASA Dryden (now Armstrong) Flight Research Center, the Deputy Chief Historian of the Air Force, and the Command Historian of the Air Force Systems Command. Gorn spent 13 years at NASA Dryden, the home of the X-planes. This period gave him the opportunity to write about, to think about, and to immerse himself in the traditions and the documentary record of experimental flight.</div><div>Giuseppe De Chiara has been employed in the European space industry for 22 years. He began his career as a designer of Parabolic Flights facilities, he was later involved into the ISS Program as a Training Manager and Operations Leader.

De Chiara currently works as System Engineer and Technical Manager.

His professional life as an engineer and architect has nourished his early passion for illustration; Illustration has deepened his professional experience. He has illustrated 13 articles since 2010 with the noted aerospace author Dwayne A. Day.

Additionally, he has been coauthor of four scientific papers, dating from 2003 to 2012.

De Chiara has contributed with his artworks to several aerospace books like the ones by late Steve Pace.

In 2016 Giuseppe De Chiara teamed up with Michael H. Gorn to realize the book Spacecraft.</div><div> </div><div>
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9783030863975

/Technology and Engineering//Vehicle Engineering/Aerospace Technology and Astronautics/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//History of Technology/History/Humanities and Social Sciences//Space Physics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences///

Chapter 1: Superposition.- Chapter 2: Quantization.- Chapter 3: Spin.- Chapter 4: Qubits.- Chapter 5: Entanglement.- Chapter 6: Quantum Key Distribution.- Chapter 7: Quantum Gates.- Chapter 8: Teleportation.- Chapter 10: Computational Complexity.- Chapter 11: Deutsch Algorithm.- Chapter 12: Grover Algorithm.- Chapter 13: Shor Algorithm.- Chapter 14: Physical Implementation of Single-Qubit Gates.- Chapter 15: Electron Spin Resonance.- Chapter 16: Two-state Dynamics.- Chapter 17: Physical Implementation of Two-qubit Gates.- Chapter 18: DiVincenzo Criteria.- Chapter 19: Nuclear Magnetic Resonance.- Chapter 20: Solid-state Spin Qubits.- Chapter 21: Trapped Ion Quantum Computing.- Chapter 22: Superconducting Qubits.- Chapter 23: Adiabatic Quantum Computing.- Chapter 24: Optical Quantum Computing.- Chapter 25: Quantum Error Correction.- Chapter 26: Topological Quantum Computing.

This book provides a self-contained undergraduate course on quantum computing based on classroom-tested lecture notes. It reviews the fundamentals of quantum mechanics from the double-slit experiment to entanglement, before progressing to the basics of qubits, quantum gates, quantum circuits, quantum key distribution, and some of the famous quantum algorithms. As well as covering quantum gates in depth, it also describes promising platforms for their physical implementation, along with error correction, and topological quantum computing. With quantum computing expanding rapidly in the private sector, understanding quantum computing has never been so important for graduates entering the workplace or PhD programs. Assuming minimal background knowledge, this book is highly accessible, with rigorous step-by-step explanations of the principles behind quantum computation, further reading, and end-of-chapter exercises, ensuring that undergraduate students in physics and engineering emerge well prepared for the future.

This book provides a self-contained undergraduate course on quantum computing based on classroom-tested lecture notes. It reviews the fundamentals of quantum mechanics from the double-slit experiment to entanglement, before progressing to the basics of qubits, quantum gates, quantum circuits, quantum key distribution, and some of the famous quantum algorithms. As well as covering quantum gates in depth, it also describes promising platforms for their physical implementation, along with error correction, and topological quantum computing. With quantum computing expanding rapidly in the private sector, understanding quantum computing has never been so important for graduates entering the workplace or PhD programs. Assuming minimal background knowledge, this book is highly accessible, with rigorous step-by-step explanations of the principles behind quantum computation, further reading, and end-of-chapter exercises, ensuring that undergraduate students in physics and engineering emerge well prepared for the future.

Provides a comprehensive standalone text for an upper-undergraduate course on quantum computingAssumes only basic knowledge in quantum mechanics, making it accessible to students in physics and engineeringEnhances learning with plenty of end-of-chapter exercisesRequest lecturer material: sn.pub/lecturer-material

Ray LaPierre attended Dalhousie University, Canada, where he obtained a B.Sc. degree in Physics in 1992. He then completed his M.Eng. degree in 1994 and Ph.D. degree in 1997 in the Engineering Physics Department at McMaster University, Canada. His graduate work involved development of molecular beam epitaxy of compound semiconductor alloys for laser diodes in telecom applications. Upon completion of his graduate work in 1997, he joined JDS Uniphase, Canada, where he developed dielectric coatings for wavelength division multiplexing devices. In 2004, he rejoined McMaster University as an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Physics Department. He is currently Professor in the Engineering Physics Department at McMaster with interests in III-V nanowires, molecular beam epitaxy, and applications in photovoltaics, photodetectors and quantum information processing.

9783030693176

/Quantum Computing/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics/

/Quantum Computing/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Materials for Devices/Materials Science/Physical Sciences//Electronics and Microelectronics, Instrumentation/Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Quantum Information/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Quantum Communications and Cryptography/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Computer Science/Theory of Computation/Mathematics and Computing/

,978-3-662-43534-2,978-3-662-43532-8,978-3-662-43533-5,978-3-662-51986-8

Preface.- Preamble: Fundamental Data On Little Boy and Fat Man.- Energy Release in Nuclear Reactions, Neutrons, Fission, and Characteristics of Fission.- Critical Mass, Efficiency, and Yield.- Producing Fissile Material.- Complicating Factors.- Miscellaneous Calculations.- Appendices (A-K).

The development of nuclear weapons during the Manhattan Project is one of the most significant scientific events of the twentieth century. This revised and updated 4th edition explores the challenges that faced the scientists and engineers of the Manhattan Project. It gives a clear introduction to fission weapons at the level of an upper-year undergraduate physics student by examining the details of nuclear reactions, their energy release, analytic and numerical models of the fission process, how critical masses can be estimated, how fissile materials are produced, and what factors complicate bomb design. An extensive list of references and a number of exercises for self-study are included. Revisions to this fourth edition include many upgrades and new sections. Improvements are made to, among other things, the analysis of the physics of the fission barrier, the time-dependent simulation of the explosion of a nuclear weapon, and the discussion of tamped bomb cores. New sections cover, for example, composite bomb cores, approximate methods for various of the calculations presented, and the physics of the polonium-beryllium 'neutron initiators' used to trigger the bombs.The author delivers in this book an unparalleled, clear and comprehensive treatment of the physics behind the Manhattan project.

The development of nuclear weapons during the Manhattan Project is one of the most significant scientific events of the twentieth century. This revised and updated 4th edition explores the challenges that faced the scientists and engineers of the Manhattan Project. It gives a clear introduction to fission weapons at the level of an upper-year undergraduate physics student by examining the details of nuclear reactions, their energy release, analytic and numerical models of the fission process, how critical masses can be estimated, how fissile materials are produced, and what factors complicate bomb design. An extensive list of references and a number of exercises for self-study are included. Revisions to this fourth edition include many upgrades and new sections. Improvements are made to, among other things, the analysis of the physics of the fission barrier, the time-dependent simulation of the explosion of a nuclear weapon, and the discussion of tamped bomb cores. New sections cover, for example, composite bomb cores, approximate methods for various of the calculations presented, and the physics of the polonium-beryllium 'neutron initiators' used to trigger the bombs.The author delivers in this book an unparalleled, clear and comprehensive treatment of the physics behind the Manhattan project.

<p>Only treatment of the physics of Manhattan Project-era fission bombs prepared by a recognized expert on the topic</p><p>Surveys all aspects of the physics of fission weapons, from the characteristics of fission to analyzing critical mass, bomb yield, how to trigger the nuclear explosion in the first place, and complicating factors such as the probability that a bomb will “pre-detonate”</p><p>Technical points illustrated with numerous graphs</p><p>Includes student exercises, with answers</p>

Bruce Cameron Reed is the Charles A. Dana Professor of Physics at Alma College (Michigan), emeritus. He has published five textbooks and over 50 journal papers and semi-popular articles on the Manhattan Project; three of the texts are with Springer (one of these is currently in press, a popular treatment of the Project). In 2009, he was elected a Fellow of the American Physical Society in recognition of his contributions to promoting understanding of the history and physics of the Manhattan Project.

9783030613723

/Nuclear Fusion/Plasma Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Nuclear Fusion/Plasma Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Nuclear Chemistry/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry/Inorganic Chemistry//European History/History/Humanities and Social Sciences/History of World War II and the Holocaust//History of Physics and Astronomy/Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences//Mechanical Power Engineering/Nuclear Energy/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//

978-1-4419-7178-4

Illustrations.- Author's Preface.- Acknowledgements.- Foreword.- Chapter 1: Apollo - an extraordinary adventure.- Chapter 2: The Apollo Flights - a brief history.- Chapter 3: Launch - a fiery departure.- Chapter 4: Earth orbit and TLI.- Chapter 5: Retrieving the lander.- Chapter 6: Navigating to the Moon.- Chapter 7: Coasting to the Moon.- Chapter 8: Entering lunar orbit  - the LOI manoeuvre.- Chapter 9: Preparation for landing.- Chapter 10: Next stop - the Moon.- Chapter 11: Down in the dust.- Chapter 12: Exploration at its greatest.- Chapter 13: Rendezvous and docking.- Chapter 14: Heading for home.- Chapter 15: Re-entry.- Epilogue.- Glossary.- Appendix 1: Computer programs.- Appendix 2: Mission data.- Further reading.- Index.

This new and expanded edition of the bestselling How Apollo Flew to the Moon tells the exciting story of how the Apollo missions were conducted and follows a virtual flight to the Moon and back. New material includes:- the exploration of the lunar surface;
- more illustrations;
- more technical explanations and anecdotes.From launch to splashdown, hitch a ride in the incredible Apollo spaceships, the most sophisticated machines of their time. Explore each step of the journey and glimpse the enormous range of disciplines, techniques, and procedures the Apollo crews had to master. Although the tremendous technological accomplishments are well documented, the human dimension is not forgotten, and the book calls on the testimony of the people who were there at the time. A wealth of fascinating and accessible material is provided, including: the role of the powerful Saturn V; the reasoning  behind trajectories; the day-to-day concerns of human and spacecraft health; the triumphs and difficulties of working in an unforgiving and hostile environment while surrounded by hard vacuum and pernicious dust; and the sheer daring that was involved in traveling to the Moon in the mid-20th century.

Stung by the pioneering space successes of the Soviet Union - in particular, Gagarin being the first man in space, the United States gathered the best of its engineers and set itself the goal of reaching the Moon within a decade. In an expanding 2nd edition of How Apollo Flew to the Moon, David Woods tells the exciting story of how the resulting Apollo flights were conducted by following a virtual flight to the Moon and its exploration of the surface. From launch to splashdown, he hitches a ride in the incredible spaceships that took men to another world, exploring each step of the journey and detailing the enormous range of disciplines, techniques, and procedures the Apollo crews had to master. While describing the tremendous technological accomplishment involved, he adds the human dimension by calling on the testimony of the people who were there at the time. He provides a wealth of fascinating and accessible material: the role of the powerful Saturn V, the reasoning behind trajectories, the day-to-day concerns of human and spacecraft health between two worlds, the exploration of the lunar surface and the sheer daring involved in traveling to the Moon and the mid-twentieth century. Given the tremendous success of the original edition of How Apollo Flew to the Moon, the second edition will have a new chapter on surface activities, inspired by reader's comment on Amazon.com. There will also be additional detail in the existing chapters to incorporate all the feedback from the original edition, and will include larger illustrations.

Uniquely provides in book form the complete story of the technology and techniques used to fly to the Moon and explore its surfaceExplains the flight controller and Apollo spacecraft crew roles in making the journey to the Moon possible and ensuring a safe returnLooks at the technical way in which the journey to the Moon was achieved, but written in an accessible way to appeal to non-technical space enthusiastsIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

In his spare time, W. David Woods, took up studying the Apollo program and contributing to its documentation on the web. In 1994, he began scanning NASA history books under the aegis of the NASA History Division for presentation on the web. In 1997, David was presented with a Public Service Award in Washington D.C. by the NASA Administrator. In 1998, David began publishing the Apollo Flight Journal online, hosted by NASA. again under the aegis of the NASA History Division. This project is a companion to the highly regarded Apollo Lunar Surface Journal and both are considered canonical references about the Apollo missions. An AFJ consists of a core transcript of a mission. This is carefully corrected, commentary is added and is used as a structure upon which many multimedia types relevant to the mission can be hung. This includes audio, video, and photography from NASA's archives. The knowledge and experience gained while researching and writing for the AFJ led to the publication in 2008 of 'How Apollo Flew to the Moon.' This book has been very well received and reviewed. Many commentators place it within the top few books about the Apollo flights.

9781441971784

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Space Physics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/////

10.1007/978-1-4419-7179-1

978-1-4419-8278-0

Michael Alley, Pennsylvania State University College of Engineering, University Park, PA, USA

Introduction.- Speech: The Words You Say.- Structure: The Strategy You Choose.- Visual Aids: Your Supporting Cast.- Delivery: You, the Room, and the Audience.- Conclusion: Aim High.

The Craft of Scientific Presentations, 2nd edition aims to strengthen you as a presenter of science and engineering. The book does so by identifying what makes excellent presenters such as Brian Cox, Jane Goodall, Richard Feynman, and Jill Bolte Taylor so strong. In addition, the book explains what causes so many scientific presentations to flounder.

One of the most valuable contributions of this text is that it teaches the assertion-evidence approach to scientific presentations. Instead of building presentations, as most engineers and scientists do, on the weak foundation of topic phrases and bulleted lists, this assertion-evidence approach calls for building presentations on succinct message assertions supported by visual evidence. Unlike the commonly followed topic-subtopic approach that PowerPoint leads presenters to use, the assertion-evidence approach is solidly grounded in research.

By showing the differences between strong and weak presentations, by identifying the errors that scientific presenters typically make, and by teaching a much more powerful approach for scientific presentations than what is commonly practiced, this book places you in a position to elevate your presentations to a high level. In essence, this book aims to have you not just succeed in your scientific presentations, but excel. About the AuthorMichael Alley has taught workshops on presentations to engineers and scientists on five continents, and has recently been invited to speak at the European Space Organization, Harvard Medical School, MIT, Sandia National Labs, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Simula Research Laboratory, and United Technologies. An Associate Professor of engineering communication at Pennsylvania State University, Alley is a leading researcher on the effectiveness of different designs for presentation slides.

The Craft of Scientific Presentations, 2nd edition aims to strengthen you as a presenter of science and engineering. The book does so by identifying what makes excellent presenters such as Brian Cox, Jane Goodall, Richard Feynman, and Jill Bolte Taylor so strong. In addition, the book explains what causes so many scientific presentations to flounder.

One of the most valuable contributions of this text is that it teaches the assertion-evidence approach to scientific presentations. Instead of building presentations, as most engineers and scientists do, on the weak foundation of topic phrases and bulleted lists, this assertion-evidence approach calls for building presentations on succinct message assertions supported by visual evidence. Unlike the commonly followed topic-subtopic approach that PowerPoint leads presenters to use, the assertion-evidence approach is solidly grounded in research.

By showing the differences between strong and weak presentations, by identifying the errors that scientific presenters typically make, and by teaching a much more powerful approach for scientific presentations than what is commonly practiced, this book places you in a position to elevate your presentations to a high level. In essence, this book aims to have you not just succeed in your scientific presentations, but excel.About the AuthorMichael Alley has taught workshops on presentations to engineers and scientists on five continents, and has recently been invited to speak at the European Space Organization, Harvard Medical School, MIT, Sandia National Labs, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Simula Research Laboratory, and United Technologies. An Associate Professor of engineering communication at Pennsylvania State University, Alley is a leading researcher on the effectiveness of different designs for presentation slides.

<p>Introduces the assertion-evidence slide structure that has been proven to effectively communicate the work of highly regarded engineers and scientists</p><p>Provides a new chapter detailing a fresh approach to communicating with the public, with best practices from distinguished speakers</p><p>Goes beyond the topic of handling nervousness to explore the more valuable topic of how to achieve confidence</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

Holding a Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering and a Master of Fine Arts in Writing, Michael Alley is an Associate Professor of Engineering Communication at Pennsylvania State University. He is the author of three popular textbooks: The Craft of Scientific Presentations (2003), The Craft of Editing (2000), and The Craft of Scientific Writing (1996).

9781441982780

/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Technology and Engineering//Life Sciences//Humanities and Social Sciences//Physical Sciences//Mathematics and Computing/

10.1007/978-1-4419-8279-7

,978-3-319-19202-4,978-3-319-19200-0,978-3-319-19201-7,978-3-319-36756-9

Part I Foundations: Introduction.- Special Relativity.- Part II Symmetry Tools: Lie Group Theory.- The Framework.- Part III The Equations of Nature: Measuring Nature.- Free Theory.- Interaction Theory.- Part IV Applications: Quantum Mechanics.- Quantum Field Theory.- Classical Mechanics.- Electrodynamics.- Gravity.- Closing Words.- Part V Appendices: Vector Calculus.- Calculus.- Linear Algebra.- Additional Mathematical Notions.

This is a textbook that derives the fundamental theories of physics from symmetry.<br/> It starts by introducing, in a completely self-contained way, all mathematical tools needed to use symmetry ideas in physics. Thereafter, these tools are put into action and by using symmetry constraints, the fundamental equations of Quantum Mechanics, Quantum Field Theory, Electromagnetism, and Classical Mechanics are derived.<br/> <br/> As a result, the reader is able to understand the basic assumptions behind, and the connections between the modern theories of physics. The book concludes with first applications of the previously derived equations.<br/> <br/> Thanks to the input of readers from around the world, this second edition has been purged of typographical errors and also contains several revised sections with improved explanations. 

This is a textbook that derives the fundamental theories of physics from symmetry.<br/> It starts by introducing, in a completely self-contained way, all mathematical tools needed to use symmetry ideas in physics. Thereafter, these tools are put into action and by using symmetry constraints, the fundamental equations of Quantum Mechanics, Quantum Field Theory, Electromagnetism, and Classical Mechanics are derived.<br/> <br/> As a result, the reader is able to understand the basic assumptions behind, and the connections between the modern theories of physics. The book concludes with first applications of the previously derived equations.<br/> <br/> Thanks to the input of readers from around the world, this second edition has been purged of typographical errors and also contains several revised sections with improved explanations. 

A highly praised new approach to teaching basic physics based on symmetry principlesSelf-contained and pedagogical presentationReveals the inner consistency and elegance of theoretical physics in a way no textbook has done beforeThis second corrected edition contains many revised sections with improved explanations

9783319666303

/Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Topological Groups and Lie Groups/Algebra/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics///

978-3-030-99180-7

Erik Seedhouse, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, USA

Chapter 1: Elon Musk.- Chapter 2: Space Xers.- Chapter 3: The Engines: Merlin, Draco and Raptor.- Chapter 4: The Rockets: From the Falcon 1 to the Falcon 9, the Falcon Heavy to the BFR.- Chapter 5: The Dragons.- Chapter 6: Flight Operations.- Chapter 7: Defense Contracts.- Chapter 8: A Man on Mars in 10 Years.- Index.

Learn about commercial spaceflight’s most successful startup in this fully updated book, which follows the extraordinary feats of engineering and human achievement that have placed SpaceX at the forefront of the launch industry and positioned it as the most likely candidate for transporting humans to Mars.This second edition emphasizes SpaceX's much-hyped manned mission to the Red Planet. With a plethora of new material gathered from 2013 to the present, the text offers the most up-to-date portrait of the maverick band of scientists and engineers producing some of the most spectacular aviation triumphs of the 21st century. Topics covered in this book include: all CRS flights, the challenges of developing retro-propulsion, and the pathway towards realizing the Falcon Heavy and BFR. In addition, the chapters describe SpaceX’s emphasis on simplicity, low-cost, and reliability, and the methods the company employs to reduce its costs while speeding up decision-making and delivery. Detailing the Falcon 1, Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launch vehicles, the book shows how SpaceX is able to offer a full spectrum of light, medium, and heavy lift launch capabilities to its customers and how it is able to deliver spacecraft into any inclination and altitude, from low Earth orbit to geosynchronous orbit to planetary missions. This book is the perfect go-to guide on SpaceX for anybody working or interested in the commercial space arena.

Learn about commercial spaceflight’s most successful startup in this fully updated book, which follows the extraordinary feats of engineering and human achievement that have placed SpaceX at the forefront of the launch industry and positioned it as the most likely candidate for transporting humans to Mars.

This second edition emphasizes SpaceX's much-hyped manned mission to the Red Planet. With a plethora of new material gathered from 2013 to the present, the text offers the most up-to-date portrait of the maverick band of scientists and engineers producing some of the most spectacular aviation triumphs of the 21st century.

Topics covered in this book include: all CRS flights, the challenges of developing retro-propulsion, and the pathway towards realizing the Falcon Heavy and BFR. In addition, the chapters describe SpaceX’s emphasis on simplicity, low-cost, and reliability, and the methods the company employs to reduce its costs while speeding up decision-making and delivery. Detailing the Falcon 1, Falcon 9 and Falcon Heavy launch vehicles, the book shows how SpaceX is able to offer a full spectrum of light, medium, and heavy lift launch capabilities to its customers and how it is able to deliver spacecraft into any inclination and altitude, from low Earth orbit to geosynchronous orbit to planetary missions.

This book is the perfect go-to guide on SpaceX for anybody working or interested in the commercial space arena.

<p>A go-to guide on SpaceX for anybody interested in the commercial space arena</p><p>Fully updated, with new insight from the past ten years of space industry development</p><p>Covers all aspects of SpaceX, from mission planning and decision-making to technology and operations</p>

Dr. Erik Seedhouse is an associate professor in spaceflight operations and a research scientist specializing in space life sciences and physiology, the subject in which he obtained his PhD while working for the European Space Agency between 1996 and 1998. In 2009, he was one of the final candidates for selection as an astronaut in the CSA’s Astronaut Recruitment Campaign. Through the International Institute of Astronautical Sciences and he he completed his suborbital scientist astronaut certification and hopes to fly on a suborbital vehicle in the near future. Between 2008-13, Seedhouse was Director of Canada's Manned Centrifuge and Hypobaric Chamber Operations. He works as an associate professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a manned spaceflight consultant, triathlon coach, occasional Hollywood consultant, author and public speaker.

9783030991807

/Space Exploration and Astronautics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Space Exploration and Astronautics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Vehicle Engineering/Aerospace Technology and Astronautics/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//History of Physics and Astronomy/Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences//Entrepreneurship/Business and Management/Humanities and Social Sciences///

978-3-031-34406-0

Introduction.- Building an Appetite – Energy: The Currency of Life, Food and … Everything Else.- A Physics Cornucopia.- Gourmet Physics.- Tools of the Trade: Appliances, Materials, and Trusted Kitchen Helpers.- Physics is Everywhere you Look and ...Hear.

Do you know why honey drips whereas ketchup refuses to budge in the bottle? Or what kettles have in common with power stations, or how to cook with radar?

This delightful and accessible book provides a smorgasbord and a whirlwind tour of the multitude of physical phenomena that occur in a kitchen: from the diffusion of nutrients during cooking to how an extractor fan works, how smells disperse, and where quantum effects are hidden. These and numerous other fascinating phenomena are served up in an engaging manner that will fascinate and tantalise the taste buds of anyone who enjoys eating, cooking or simply spending time in the kitchen. No specialist technical or mathematical knowledge is required to enjoy this book. Tuck right in and discover the universe of physical laws in your very own kitchen...

Do you know why honey drips whereas ketchup refuses to budge in the bottle? Or what kettles have in common with power stations, or how to cook with radar?

This delightful and accessible book provides a smorgasbord and a whirlwind tour of the multitude of physical phenomena that occur in a kitchen: from the diffusion of nutrients during cooking to how an extractor fan works, how smells disperse, and where quantum effects are hidden. These and numerous other fascinating phenomena are served up in an engaging manner that will fascinate and tantalise the taste buds of anyone who enjoys eating, cooking or simply spending time in the kitchen. No specialist technical or mathematical knowledge is required to enjoy this book. Tuck right in and discover the universe of physical laws in your very own kitchen...

<p>Tells the fascinating and informative story of how physics affects our food and the practice of cooking</p><p>Appeals to all those who enjoy cooking and would like to know more about the science behind it</p><p>Is accessible to a wide audience with no special knowledge of physics</p>

George Vekinis is a Research Director and the former Head of the Education Office at the National Centre for Scientific Research “Demokritos” in Athens, Greece and a university lecturer on advanced materials and technological entrepreneurship. He earned a PhD in Physics at the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa and an MBA (Core) at the Open University, UK. In the past he worked at universities in South Africa and the UK (University of Cambridge) and has served on numerous scientific and technical committees. He has travelled extensively, supervised the research work of over 120 students, and published and lectured extensively on physics, space exploration, materials science and engineering as well as technology transfer and entrepreneurship. His work has been funded by the European Commission, the European Space Agency as well as various industrial entities, and he is the author of two books on entrepreneurship and technology commercialisation. He is happily married in Athens with two grown children and two three-legged rescue cats. At weekends, he can reliably be found cooking up a storm in the kitchen.

9783031344060

/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Societal Outreach of Physics/Science and Technology Studies/Humanities and Social Sciences/Society//Engineering Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Nutrition/Health Care/Life Sciences/Health Sciences///

10.1007/978-3-031-34407-7

978-3-030-45733-4

Introduction: An Overview of the Manhattan Project.- Background: A Brief but Friendly Tour of Nuclear Physics.- Organization: Coordinating Government and Army Support.- Design: The Los Alamos Laboratory.- Production: Uranium and Plutonium.- Testing: Project Trinity.- Deployment: Hiroshima and Nagasaki.- Legacy: The Cold War, the Nuclear Landscape, and Possible Futures.

The Manhattan Project, the United States Army’s program to develop and deploy nuclear weapons in World War II, was a pivotal event in human history. While thousands of articles and books have been published on various aspects of the Project, this is the first comprehensive single-volume history prepared by a specialist for curious readers without a scientific background.The author presents a wide-ranging survey that not only tells the story of how the project was organized and carried out, but also introduces the leading personalities involved and gives qualitative but accurate descriptions of the underlying science and the engineering challenges. The technical points are illustrated by reader-friendly graphics.

Though thousands of articles and books have been published on various aspects of the Manhattan Project, this book is the first comprehensive single-volume history prepared by a specialist for curious readers without a scientific background. This project, the United States Army’s program to develop and deploy atomic weapons in World War II, was a pivotal event in human history. The author presents a wide-ranging survey that not only tells the story of how the project was organized and carried out, but also introduces the leading personalities involved and features simplified but accurate descriptions of the underlying science and the engineering challenges. The technical points are illustrated by reader-friendly graphics. .

<p>Is the only popular-level treatment of the Manhattan Project by a recognized expert on the topic</p><p>Covers all aspects of the project from the underlying science to the effects of atomic bombs</p><p>Includes a wealth of photos and details on leading personalities and significant research sites</p>

Bruce Cameron Reed is the Charles A. Dana professor of Physics at Alma College (Michigan), emeritus. He has published four textbooks and over 50 journal papers and semi-popular articles on the Manhattan Project; two of the texts are with Springer. In 2009 he was selected as Fellow of the American Physical Society in recognition of his contributions to promoting understanding of the history and physics of the Project.

9783030457334

/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Nuclear Physics/Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Nuclear Chemistry/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry/Inorganic Chemistry///

Introduction.- Random Patterns.- The Molecular Storm.- The Joy of Thermodynamics.- The Engines of Creation.- From Big Bang to Big Freeze.- How Chemistry Works.- Lively Molecules.

Why is the universe the way it is? Wherever we look, we find ordered structures: from stars to planets to living cells. This book shows that the same driving force is behind structure everywhere: the incessant random motion of the components of matter. Physicists call it thermal noise. Let’s call it the molecular storm.<div>
</div><div>This storm drives the fusion reactions that make stars shine. It drives whirlpools and currents in atmospheres and oceans. It spins and distorts molecules until they are in the right orientation to react and form new substances. In living cells, it drives proteins to fold and molecules to self-assemble. It is behind every detail of the astonishing molecular machines that control cellular processes.
</div><div>
</div><div>Using cutting-edge research, “Molecular Storms” takes us on a dazzling journey from the early universe to the interior of the smallest living things. There, in a nanoscale world of biological devices, it explains the physics behind the chemical system which we call Life.
</div><div>
</div><div>Whether you're someone with a general interest in science or a student looking to add context to your studies, this book is for you. 'Molecular Storms' is an accessible and captivating read that will deepen your appreciation of the power of science to explain the world.</div>

<div>“Following in the footsteps of Stephen Hawking's ‘A brief history of time’ and Simon Singh's ‘Fermat’s Last Theorem’ this exceptionally accessible book will you leave marveling at the wonders of the world and, if you didn't listen to your science teachers, wishing you had. Graham writes with the mind of a physicist and the soul of a poet.” Nicki Hayes, CCO, The Communications Practice, author of First Aid for Feelings. “Only a few writers have managed to turn the highly technical jargon of science into language accessible for interested lay readers. Isaac Asimov showed us how it could be done, and Carl Zimmer and Brian Greene are continuing today. In Molecular Storms, his first book, Liam Graham has shown that he has the essential quality required to join this group, a love of first learning then explaining how the universe works.' David Deamer, Professor of Biomolecular Engineering, University of California, Santa Cruz, author of Assembling Life.</div><div>
</div>Why is the universe the way it is? Wherever we look, we find ordered structures: from stars to planets to living cells. This book shows that the same driving force is behind structure everywhere: the incessant random motion of the components of matter. Physicists call it thermal noise. Let’s call it the molecular storm.<div>
</div><div>This storm drives the fusion reactions that make stars shine. It drives whirlpools and currents in atmospheres and oceans. It spins and distorts molecules until they are in the right orientation to react and form new substances. In living cells, it drives proteins to fold and molecules to self-assemble. It is behind every detail of the astonishing molecular machines that control cellular processes.
</div><div>
</div><div>Using cutting-edge research, “Molecular Storms” takes us on a dazzling journey from the early universe to the interior of the smallest living things. There, in a nanoscale world of biological devices, it explains the physics behind the chemical system which we call Life.
</div><div>
</div><div>Whether you're someone with a general interest in science or a student looking to add context to your studies, this book is for you. 'Molecular Storms' is an accessible and captivating read that will deepen your appreciation of the power of science to explain the world.
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<p>Presents the driving force behind structure in the universe</p><p>Explains the workings of biological nanomachines</p><p>Explores the physics behind the fascinating complexity of living cells</p>

“Do we need more than physics to understand the world?” Liam Graham first asked himself this question as a teenager and it has been the driving force behind his career ever since. After a degree in Theoretical Physics at Cambridge and a master’s in Philosophy at Warwick, he eventually found economics to be an appealing middle ground and completed a PhD at Birkbeck College, London. To pay the rent, he taught English, developed and sold trading software and was the numbers’ guru for a boutique finance house.<div>
</div><div>Liam’s 15 year academic career was mostly spent as an Associate Professor at University College London, working in one of Europe’s top Economics departments. His research involved building mathematical models of an extremely complex system, the macroeconomy, and his work was published in all the top macroeconomics journals. Whether working on philosophy or economics, he never stopped reading science and exchanging with scientists. In 2018 he left UCL to concentrate on his original question and the wide-ranging, multidisciplinary and endlessly fascinating project it has become.
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9783031386800

/Stochastic Processes/Mathematics and Computing/Probability Theory/Mathematics/

/Stochastic Processes/Mathematics and Computing/Probability Theory/Mathematics//Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Complex Systems/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Origin of Life/Evolutionary Biology/Biological Sciences/Life Sciences/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Organic Chemistry/Biological Chemistry//Neuroscience/Biological Sciences/Life Sciences//

978-3-030-70346-2

Wolfram Schmidt, University of Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany; Marcel Völschow, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, Hamburg, Germany

Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. Getting Started with Python.- Chapter 3. Computing and Displaying Data.- Chapter 4. Functions and Numerical Methods.- Chapter 5. Solving Differential Equations.- Chapter 6. Astronomical Data Analysis.

This book provides a solid foundation in the Python programming language, numerical methods, and data analysis, all embedded within the context of astronomy and astrophysics. It not only enables students to learn programming with the aid of examples from these fields but also provides ample motivation for engagement in independent research. The book opens by outlining the importance of computational methods and programming algorithms in contemporary astronomical and astrophysical research, showing why programming in Python is a good choice for beginners. The performance of basic calculations with Python is then explained with reference to, for example, Kepler’s laws of planetary motion and gravitational and tidal forces. Here, essential background knowledge is provided as necessary. Subsequent chapters are designed to teach the reader to define and use important functions in Python and to utilize numerical methods to solve differential equations and landmark dynamical problems in astrophysics. Finally, the analysis of astronomical data is discussed, with various hands-on examples as well as guidance on astronomical image analysis and applications of artificial neural networks.

This book provides a solid foundation in the Python programming language, numerical methods, and data analysis, all embedded within the context of astronomy and astrophysics. It not only enables students to learn programming with the aid of examples from these fields but also provides ample motivation for engagement in independent research. The book opens by outlining the importance of computational methods and programming algorithms in contemporary astronomical and astrophysical research, showing why programming in Python is a good choice for beginners. The performance of basic calculations with Python is then explained with reference to, for example, Kepler’s laws of planetary motion and gravitational and tidal forces. Here, essential background knowledge is provided as necessary. Subsequent chapters are designed to teach the reader to define and use important functions in Python and to utilize numerical methods to solve differential equations and landmark dynamical problems in astrophysics. Finally, the analysis of astronomical data is discussed, with various hands-on examples as well as guidance on astronomical image analysis and applications of artificial neural networks.

Teaches programming in Python with the aid of examples from astronomy and astrophysicsOffers an accessible approach to numerical techniques and methods of data analysis used by astrophysicistsPromotes a research-oriented approach

Wolfram Schmidt is Head of IT and senior researcher at the Hamburg Observatory. He holds a Dipl.-Ing. in Physics and an M.Phil. in Astrophysics and received his Dr. rer. nat. from the Technical University of Munich and the Max Planck Institute for Astrophysics, Garching. He completed his Habilitation with a thesis on the numerical modeling of astrophysical turbulence. Dr. Schmidt has worked on numerical simulations of a variety of astrophysical systems, ranging from thermonuclear supernovae through star-forming clouds to cosmological structure formation. Currently he is conducting research projects in the areas of computational cosmology and magnetohydrodynamic turbulence with international collaborators. In addition to his research activities, he teaches high-performance computing at Hamburg University and acts as a consultant to the Northern Supercomputing Alliance (HLRN).

Marcel Völschow is a research associate at Hamburg University. He holds BSc and MSc degrees in Physics and the subject of his doctorate is magnetic processes in binary stars. While being rooted in theoretical astrophysics, his research also covers the processing and analysis of large survey data sets. Whether working in public outreach, high school labs, or academic teaching, he has always been motivated by enthusiasm for the beauty of the universe. He is the author of a number of articles in peer-reviewed journals.

9783030703462

/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Python/Programming Language/Computer Science/Mathematics and Computing//Numerical Analysis/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics///

10.1007/978-3-030-70347-9

978-0-387-98374-5

Neville H. Fletcher, Australian National University Research School of Physical, Canberra, ACT, Australia; Thomas D. Rossing, Stanford University Center for Computer Research in Music &, Stanford, CA, USA

,978-0-387-96947-3,978-0-387-94151-6,978-1-4612-2981-0,978-1-4612-2980-3

Part I: Vibrating Systems. Free and Forced Vibrations of Simple Systems. Continuous Systems in One Dimension: Strings and Bars. Two-Dimensional Systems: Membranes, Plates, and Shells. Coupled Vibrating Systems. Nonlinear Systems.- Part II: Sound Waves. Sound Waves in Air. Sound Radiation. Pipes, Horns, and Cavities.- Part III: String Instruments. Guitars and Lutes. Bowed String Instruments. Harps, Harpsicords, Clavicords, and Dulcimers. The Piano.- Part IV: Wind Instruments. Sound generation by Reed and Lip Vibrations. Lip-driven Brass Instruments. Woodwind Reed Instruments. Flutes and Flue Organ Pipes. Pipe Organs.- Part V: Percussion Instruments. Drums. Mallet Percussion Instruments. Cymbals, Gongs, Plates, and Steel Drums. Bells.- Part VI: Materials. Materials for Musical Instruments.- Name Index.- Subject Index.

When we wrote the first edition of this book, we directed our presenta­ tion to the reader with a compelling interest in musical instruments who has 'a reasonable grasp of physics and who is not frightened by a little mathematics.' We are delighted to find how many such people there are. The opportunity afforded by the preparation of this second edition has allowed us to bring our discussion up to date by including those new insights that have arisen from the work of many dedicated researchers over the past decade. We have also taken the opportunity to revise our presentation of some aspects of the subject to make it more general and, we hope, more immediately accessible. We have, of course, corrected any errors that have come to our attention, and we express our thanks to those friends who pointed out such defects in the early printings of the first edition. We hope that this book will continue to serve as a guide, both to those undertaking research in the field and to those who simply have a deep interest in the subject. June 1991 N.H.F and T.D.R.

<p>Updated and expanded second edition of a best-selling title</p><p>The essential reference on the topic</p><p>Presents the results of the latest acoustical investigations</p><p>A comprehensive reference for those undertaking research</p>

9780387983745

/Acoustics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Acoustics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Music/Arts/Humanities and Social Sciences/////

10.1007/978-0-387-21603-4

978-3-319-68144-3

Dedication.- Foreword.- Acknowledgements.- Preface.- Chapter 1: Mars Science Laboratory.- Chapter 2: Getting to Mars.- Chapter 3: Mars Operations.- Chapter 4: How the Rover Works.- Chapter 5: SA/SPaH: Acquisition, Processing, and Handling.- Chapter 6: The Mast, Engineering Cameras, Navigation, and Hazard Avoidance.- Chapter 7: Curiosity's Science Cameras.- Chapter 8: Curiosity's Environmental Sensing Instruments.- Chapter 9: Curiosity's Chemistry Instruments.- Epilogue: Back on Earth.- Appendix.- About the Author.- Index.

This book describes the most complex machine ever sent to another planet: Curiosity. It is a one-ton robot with two brains, seventeen cameras, six wheels, nuclear power, and a laser beam on its head. No one human understands how all of its systems and instruments work. This essential reference to the Curiosity mission explains the engineering behind every system on the rover, from its rocket-powered jetpack to its radioisotope thermoelectric generator to its fiendishly complex sample handling system. Its lavishly illustrated text explains how all the instruments work -- its cameras, spectrometers, sample-cooking oven, and weather station -- and describes the instruments' abilities and limitations. It tells you how the systems have functioned on Mars, and how scientists and engineers have worked around problems developed on a faraway planet: holey wheels and broken focus lasers. And it explains the grueling mission operations schedule that keeps the rover working day in and day out.

This book describes the most complex machine ever sent to another planet: Curiosity. It is a one-ton robot with two brains, seventeen cameras, six wheels, nuclear power, and a laser beam on its head. No one human understands how all of its systems and instruments work. This essential reference to the Curiosity mission explains the engineering behind every system on the rover, from its rocket-powered jetpack to its radioisotope thermoelectric generator to its fiendishly complex sample handling system. Its lavishly illustrated text explains how all the instruments work -- its cameras, spectrometers, sample-cooking oven, and weather station -- and describes the instruments' abilities and limitations. It tells you how the systems have functioned on Mars, and how scientists and engineers have worked around problems developed on a faraway planet: holey wheels and broken focus lasers. And it explains the grueling mission operations schedule that keeps the rover working day in and day out.

Based on interviews with the scientists and engineers who built and now operate the roverExplains how the rover has actually functioned on Mars, including the wear on its componentsCollects a wide variety of otherwise inaccessible information on rover engineering, including corrections to previously published workProvides a one-of-a-kind reference to a mission that is likely to last for another decade at least, and which will need to onboard numerous scientists and engineers into operational roles

Emily Lakdawalla is a planetary scientist who came to the discipline with a background as a boots-on-the-ground field geologist. Although not currently performing research, she has served as an interpreter of planetary science for the public through writing and editing the blog for The Planetary Society for nearly seven years. Lakdawalla is also a Contributing Editor to Sky & Telescope magazine and has written numerous articles for The Planetary Society's Planetary Report.

Lakdawalla has been following the Mars Science Laboratory mission closely since its inception, attending all relevant public meetings, including the last three landing site selection meetings and frequently checking in on its progress from the observation deck over the clean room at JPL.

9783319681443

/Space Physics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Space Physics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Vehicle Engineering/Aerospace Technology and Astronautics/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Planetary Science/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy//Astrobiology/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//

978-3-642-54082-0

,978-3-642-06971-0,978-3-540-82210-3,978-3-540-33174-2,978-3-540-33175-9

Introduction and overview.- The Milky Way as a galaxy.- The World of Galaxies.- Cosmology I: Homogeneous isotropic world models.- Active galactic nuclei.- Clusters and groups of galaxies.- Cosmology II: Inhomogeneities in the Universe.- Cosmology III: The cosmological parameters.- The Universe at high redshift.- Galaxy evolution.- Outlook.- A: The electromagnetic radiation field.- B: Properties of stars.- C: Units and constants.- D: Recommended literature.- Index.

Accounting for the astonishing developments in the field of Extragalactic Astronomy and Cosmology, this second edition has been updated and substantially expanded. Starting with the description of our home galaxy, the Milky Way, this cogently written textbook introduces the reader to the astronomy of galaxies, their structure, active galactic nuclei, evolution and large scale distribution in the Universe. After an extensive and thorough introduction to modern observational and theoretical cosmology, the focus turns to the formation of structures and astronomical objects in the early Universe. The basics of classical astronomy and stellar astrophysics needed for extragalactic astronomy are provided in the appendix.
The new edition incorporates some of the most spectacular results from new observatories like the Galaxy Evolution Explorer, Herschel, ALMA, WMAP and Planck, as well as new instruments and multi-wavelength campaigns which have expanded our understanding of the Universe and the objects populating it. This includes new views on the galaxy population in the nearby Universe, on elliptical galaxies, as well as a deeper view of the distant Universe approaching the dark ages, and an unprecedented view of the distant dusty Universe. Schneider also discusses the impressive support for the standard model of the Universe, which has been substantially strengthened by recent results, including baryon acoustic oscillations (an approach which has significantly matured over the years), results from the completed WMAP mission and from the first Planck results, which have confirmed and greatly improved on these findings, not least by measuring the gravitational lensing effect on the microwave background. Further, a new chapter focusing on galaxy evolution illustrates how well the observations of distant galaxies and their central supermassive black holes can be understood in a general framework of theoretical ideas, models, and numerical simulations.Peter Schneider’s Extragalactic Astronomy and Cosmology offers fundamental information on this fascinating subfield of astronomy, while leading readers to the forefront of astronomical research. But it seeks to accomplish this not only with extensive textual information and insights; the author’s own passion for exploring the workings of the Universe, which can be seen in the text and the many supporting color illustrations, will further inspire the reader.
While this book has grown out of introductory university courses on astronomy and astrophysics and includes a set of problems and solutions, it will not only benefit undergraduate students and lecturers; thanks to the comprehensive coverage of the field, even graduate students and researchers specializing in related fields will appreciate it as a valuable reference work.Peter Schneider’s Extragalactic Astronomy and Cosmology offers fundamental information on this fascinating subfield of astronomy, while leading readers to the forefront of astronomical research. But it seeks to accomplish this not only with extensive textual information and insights; the author’s own passion for exploring the workings of the Universe, which can be seen in the text and the many supporting color illustrations, will further inspire the reader.
While this book has grown out of introductory university courses on astronomy and astrophysics and includes a set of problems and solutions, it will not only benefit undergraduate students and lecturers; thanks to the comprehensive coverage of the field, even graduate students and researchers specializing in related fields will appreciate it as a valuable reference work.From the reviews of the first edition:'...Masterful blending of observation and theory; lucid exposition... (D. E. Hogg, CHOICE, Vol. 44 (10), June, 2007)''Through the richness of the

This second edition has been updated and substantially expanded. Starting with the description of our home galaxy, the Milky Way, this cogently written textbook introduces the reader to the astronomy of galaxies, their structure, active galactic nuclei, evolution and large scale distribution in the Universe. After an extensive and thorough introduction to modern observational and theoretical cosmology, the focus turns to the formation of structures and astronomical objects in the early Universe. The basics of classical astronomy and stellar astrophysics needed for extragalactic astronomy are provided in the appendix.While this book has grown out of introductory university courses on astronomy and astrophysics and includes a set of problems and solutions, it will not only benefit undergraduate students and lecturers; thanks to the comprehensive coverage of the field, even graduate students and researchers specializing in related fields will appreciate it as a valuable reference work.

<p>Widely expanded second edition of this leading astronomy textbook now incorporates some of the most spectacular results from new observatories like the Galaxy Evolution Explorer, Herschel, ALMA, WMAP and Planck</p><p>Provides an up-to-date coverage of all major results in observational cosmology lending impressive support for the standard model of the Universe</p><p>Highly attractive and informative through lavish use of color figures</p><p>Now with problems and solutions</p><p>Written by Peter Schneider, a specialist in extragalactic astronomy and cosmology and proven textbook author</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

Peter Schneider is a Full Professor for Astrophysics at the University of Bonn and Founding Director of the Argelander-Institut für Astronomie, Bonn. He is one of the internationally most respected German astrophysicists, well known for his research on gravitational lensing (strong and weak) and cosmology, and author of 3 successful Springer books.

9783642540820

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10.1007/978-3-642-54083-7

978-1-4419-0602-1

THE 100 BEST ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY TARGETS.- January: Mostly Nebulae.- February: Clusters and Nebulae.- March: Clusters and Galaxies.- April: Galaxy Pairs and Groups.- May: Diversity of Galaxy Shapes.- June: Globular Clusters and More Galaxies.- July: Just Globular Clusters.- August: Planetary and Emission Nebulae.- September: Autumn Assortment.- October: Halloween Treats.- November: The Great Galaxies.- December: Celestial Potpourri.- GETTING STARTED IN CCD IMAGING.- Equipment for Astrophotography.- Acquiring the Image.- The Order of Image Processing.

Astronomical observing and photography are favorite pastimes of yours. You want to combine the two, but you’re not sure how. Or perhaps you have dabbled in astronomy for a while and want to take another step.

What do you photograph? Will something that looks amazing as you peer at it through a telescope look the same in a photograph? There are so many dazzling sights in the night sky. How to choose?

Ruben Kier has some answers for you. With his technical expertise and wide experience as both a visual observer and a photographer, he can help you attain some of the best images you can imagine, perhaps ones you will want to send to a magazine or proudly put up on your website. And the secret is – it’s not that hard! It’s mostly a matter of choosing the right subjects and then doing the necessary post-processing to get results that will dazzle.

So get out there on the next clear night and create something to show for your efforts. Your friends will be impressed, and you will be thrilled at how you are able to combine the two passions of your life into one.

Any amateur astronomer who is interested in astrophotography, particularly if just getting started, needs to know what objects are best for imaging in each month of the year. These are not necessarily the same objects that are the most spectacular or intriguing visually. The camera reveals different things and has different requirements. What objects in the sky tonight are large enough, bright enough, and high enough to be photographed? This book reveals, for each month of the year, the choicest celestial treasures within the reach of a commercial CCD camera. Helpful hints and advice on framing, exposures, and filters are included. Each deep sky object is explained in beautiful detail, so that observers will gain a richer understanding of these astronomical objects.
This is not a book that dwells on the technology of CCD, Webcam, wet, or other types of astrophotography. Neither is it a book about in-depth computer processing of the images (although this topic is included). Detailed discussions of these topics can be found in other publications. This book focuses on what northern latitude objects to image at any given time of the year to get the most spectacular results.

Only guidebook available today specifically targeting the best objects for backyard astrophotographyOrganized into monthly chapters so readers can quickly find the best targets for any night of the yearHelps readers to locate and quickly identify objects that will be both easy to image and provide great visual appeal

9781441906021

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/////

10.1007/978-1-4419-0603-8

Chapter 1. Wanderers.- Chapter 2. Chance of Three Lifetimes.- Chapter 3. Into the Realm of Jove.- Chapter 4. Lord of the Rings.- Chapter 5. Bullseye Uranus.- Chapter 6. Wild Neptune.- Chapter 7. A Message from Humanity.

<div>2022 marks the 45th anniversary of the Voyager probe launches. Launched into space in 1977, these twin probes explored the farthest reaches of the Solar System before venturing on a one-way journey beyond, all the while testing the bounds of science, robotic exploration and our collective imagination. This heavily revised commemorative book takes a comprehensive look at their incredible achievements, future potential and overall legacy.
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</div><div>Chronicled herein is an epic journey to unveil the mysterious outer reaches of the Solar System for the first time. The book recounts the Voyagers’ travels through the asteroid belt and past the giant gaseous planets Jupiter and Saturn, as well as Voyager 2’s forays near the distant ice giants Uranus and Neptune. Each chapter details in full the game-changing scientific data and glorious imagery they sent back to Earth.This new edition incorporates all the new data we have learned in the nearly 20 years since its original publication, discussing how the knowledge first gleaned with Voyager has been built upon in subsequent decades by Cassini, Juno and New Horizons.The Voyager probes captured imaginations around the world; now is an opportune time to reflect on their unparalleled quest across the edges of the Solar System and the enigmatic interstellar medium beyond.</div>

<div>2022 marks the 45th anniversary of the Voyager probe launches. Launched into space in 1977, these twin probes explored the farthest reaches of the Solar System before venturing on a one-way journey beyond, all the while testing the bounds of science, robotic exploration and our collective imagination. This heavily revised commemorative book takes a comprehensive look at their incredible achievements, future potential and overall legacy.
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</div><div>Chronicled herein is an epic journey to unveil the mysterious outer reaches of the Solar System for the first time. The book recounts the Voyagers’ travels through the asteroid belt and past the giant gaseous planets Jupiter and Saturn, as well as Voyager 2’s forays near the distant ice giants Uranus and Neptune. Each chapter details in full the game-changing scientific data and glorious imagery they sent back to Earth.This new edition incorporates all the new data we have learned in the nearly 20 years since its original publication, discussing how the knowledge first gleaned with Voyager has been built upon in subsequent decades by Cassini, Juno and New Horizons.The Voyager probes captured imaginations around the world; now is an opportune time to reflect on their unparalleled quest across the edges of the Solar System and the enigmatic interstellar medium beyond.</div>

Celebrates the 45th anniversary of the Voyager missionsExplores the achievements of the Voyager probes the context of more recent scientific developmentsTraces the evolution of Voyager from its roots in the Mariner project to its financial struggles with the TOPS concept

<div>Ben Evans has a lifelong fascination for space exploration and the mysteries of the cosmos, together with a keen interest in writing. He published his first magazine article in the British Interplanetary Society’s Spaceflight magazine in 1992, aged 15. In the years that followed, he contributed to the Magazines Spaceflight, Countdown, Astronomy Now, Sky At Night, Astronomy, Boundless and All About Space. He currently writes for AmericaSpace.com.
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</div><div> Evans’ first foray into the world of book-writing, NASA’s Voyager Missions, was published in 2003. Since then, he wrote two books about the careers of the lost shuttles Columbia and Challenger and a six-volume history of human space exploration. The first volume of this series, Escaping the Bonds of Earth, was nominated and shortlisted for the 2010 Eugene M. Emme Astronautical Award.
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9783031079221

/Space Exploration and Astronautics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Space Exploration and Astronautics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//History of Physics and Astronomy/Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences//Planetary Science/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy////

The First City on Mars: An Urban Planner’s Guide to Settling the Red Planet

<div>Chapter 1. Welcome to Mars.- Chapter 2. Learning from Earth’s Colonization.- Chapter 3. Lessons from Six Decades of Space Exploration.- Chapter 4. Designing Mars for Humans: The First Principle .- Chapter 5. Transportation Dimensions.- Chapter 6. Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Dimensions.- Chapter 7. Non-Transportation Infrastructure Dimensions.- Chapter 8. Mars Planning Precedents.- Chapter 9. Other Off-World Planning Precedents.- Chapter 10. Template for a Mars Colony.- Chapter 11. Conclusion.
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Hundreds of novels, films, and TV shows have speculated about what it would be like for us Earthlings to build cities on Mars. To make it a reality, however, these dreamers are in sore need of additional conceptual tools in their belt—particularly, a rich knowledge of city planning and design.

Enter award-winning author and Tufts University professor, Justin Hollander. In this book, he draws on his experience as an urban planner and researcher of human settlements to provide a thoughtful exploration of what a city on Mars might actually look like. Exploring the residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure elements of such an outpost, the book is able to paint a vivid picture of how a Martian community would function – the layout of its public spaces, the arrangement of its buildings, its transportation network, and many more crucial aspects of daily life on another planet. Dr. Hollander then brings all these lessons to life through his own rendered plan for “Aleph,” one of many possible designs for the first city on Mars.

Featuring a plethora of detailed, cutting-edge illustrations and blueprints for Martian settlements, this book at once inspires and grounds the adventurous spirit. It is a novel addition to the current planning underway to colonize the Red Planet, providing a rich review of how we have historically overcome challenging environments and what the broader lessons of urban planning can offer to the extraordinary challenge of building a permanent settlement on Mars.

Hundreds of novels, films, and TV shows have speculated about what it would be like for us Earthlings to build cities on Mars. To make it a reality, however, these dreamers are in sore need of additional conceptual tools in their belt—particularly, a rich knowledge of city planning and design.

Enter award-winning author and Tufts University professor, Justin Hollander. In this book, he draws on his experience as an urban planner and researcher of human settlements to provide a thoughtful exploration of what a city on Mars might actually look like. Exploring the residential, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure elements of such an outpost, the book is able to paint a vivid picture of how a Martian community would function – the layout of its public spaces, the arrangement of its buildings, its transportation network, and many more crucial aspects of daily life on another planet. Dr. Hollander then brings all these lessons to life through his own rendered plan for “Aleph,” one of many possible designs for the first city on Mars.

Featuring a plethora of detailed, cutting-edge illustrations and blueprints for Martian settlements, this book at once inspires and grounds the adventurous spirit. It is a novel addition to the current planning underway to colonize the Red Planet, providing a rich review of how we have historically overcome challenging environments and what the broader lessons of urban planning can offer to the extraordinary challenge of building a permanent settlement on Mars.

Explains the scientific, social scientific, and engineering constraints for settling MarsIntroduces a blueprint and design concept for the settlement of a Martian cityReviews the history of human colonization to gain perspective for Martian settlement

Justin B. Hollander, PhD, is a Professor of Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning at Tufts University. He is an internationally renowned expert on the planning and design of human settlements, having written eight books and over 50 journal articles, book chapters, and essays on these topics. At Tufts, Prof. Hollander leads the Urban Mars Project and teaches graduate courses on the history of urbanization and early colonization, as well as the theories of community design.

Prof. Hollander is a frequent speaker, having appeared on both TV and radio – C-SPAN’s Washington Journal and the Diane Ream Show on NPR. He is also regularly called upon as an expert for a variety of media sources on urban planning and design issues, including The New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, TIME Magazine, USA Today, Crain’s New York Business, and the Las Vegas Sun.

He was recently inducted as a Fellow of the American Institute of Certified Planners and hosts the Apple podcast “Cognitive Urbanism”.

9783031075278

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Introduction.- Basic Notions of Quantum Mechanics.- Tensor Products and Composite Systems.- Entanglement.- Quantum Gates and Circuits for Elementary Calculations.- On the Use of Entanglement.- Error Correction.- Adiabatic Quantum Computing.- Epilogue Appendices: A Elementary Probability Theory.- B Elementary Arithmetic Operations.- C LANDAU Symbols.- D Modular Arithmetic.- E Continued Fractions.- F Some Group Theory.- G Proof of a Quantum Adiabatic Theorem.- Solutions to Exercises.

This textbook presents the elementary aspects of quantum computing in a mathematical form. It is intended as core or supplementary reading for physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists taking a first course on quantum computing. It starts by introducing the basic mathematics required for quantum mechanics, and then goes on to present, in detail, the notions of quantum mechanics, entanglement, quantum gates, and quantum algorithms, of which Shor's factorisation and Grover's search algorithm are discussed extensively. In addition, the algorithms for the Abelian Hidden Subgroup and Discrete Logarithm problems are presented and the latter is used to show how the Bitcoin digital signature may be compromised. It also addresses the problem of error correction as well as giving a detailed exposition of adiabatic quantum computing. The book contains around 140 exercises for the student, covering all of the topics treated, together with an appendix of solutions.

This textbook presents the elementary aspects of quantum computing in a mathematical form. It is intended as core or supplementary reading for physicists, mathematicians, and computer scientists taking a first course on quantum computing. It starts by introducing the basic mathematics required for quantum mechanics, and then goes on to present, in detail, the notions of quantum mechanics, entanglement, quantum gates, and quantum algorithms, of which Shor's factorisation and Grover's search algorithm are discussed extensively. In addition, the algorithms for the Abelian Hidden Subgroup and Discrete Logarithm problems are presented and the latter is used to show how the Bitcoin digital signature may be compromised. It also addresses the problem of error correction as well as giving a detailed exposition of adiabatic quantum computing. The book contains around 140 exercises for the student, covering all of the topics treated, together with an appendix of solutions.

<p>Serves as pedagogical introduction including a clear derivation of all main results</p><p>Mathematically rigorous, following the structure: Definition - Theorem - Proof, but interwoven with motivation and discussions</p><p>Alleviates the need to consult any outside material because of its entirely self-contained presentation</p><p>Features many exercises with solutions to support self-study</p>

<div>Wolfgang Scherer was active in research and teaching in the USA and Germany before settling in London where until recently he worked in risk management for a financial institution. His scientific interests include geometric methods in mathematical physics and fundamental problems in quantum mechanics. He takes pleasure in communicating the joy of mathematics to the younger generation, and is an aficionado of two-wheeled vehicles, with and without motor.
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9783030123574

/Spintronics/Condensed Matter/Materials Science/Physical Sciences/

/Spintronics/Condensed Matter/Materials Science/Physical Sciences//Quantum Computing/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Computer Science/Theory of Computation/Mathematics and Computing//Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences///

Power Supplies.- Pickups, Volume and Tone Controls.- Small-Signal and Low Power Amplifiers.- Solid-State Power Amplifiers.- Guitar Effects Circuits.- Low-Power Tube Amplifiers.- Vacuum Tube Power Amplifiers.

This updated, augmented third edition is aimed at hobbyists, students, engineers, and others who would like to learn more about the design and operation of electronic circuits used by guitarists. This book presents accessible qualitative and quantitative descriptions and analysis of a wide range of popular amplifier and effects circuits, along with basic design techniques allowing the reader to design their own circuits. The new edition further includes several additional circuits and topics suggested by readers of the previous editions, including noise gates, analog multipliers, the effects loop, and additional tube amplifier design examples.Extends amp analysis and design, adds effects loop in amp design, and clarifies the effect-circuit operation;Adds additional vacuum tube amp design examples and extracting parameters from tube characteristic curves;Includes new coverage of the operation and design of noise gate circuits.

This updated, augmented third edition is aimed at hobbyists, students, engineers, and others who would like to learn more about the design and operation of electronic circuits used by guitarists. This book presents accessible qualitative and quantitative descriptions and analysis of a wide range of popular amplifier and effects circuits, along with basic design techniques allowing the reader to design their own circuits. The new edition further includes several additional circuits and topics suggested by readers of the previous editions, including noise gates, analog multipliers, the effects loop, and additional tube amplifier design examples.

Extends amp analysis and design, adds effects loop in amp design, and clarifies the effect-circuit operationAdds additional vacuum tube amp design examples and extracting parameters from tube characteristic curvesIncludes new coverage of the operation and design of noise gate circuits

Denton J. Dailey is a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Robotics at Butler Community College in Pennsylvania.

9783031107573

/Electronic Devices/Materials for Devices/Materials Science/Physical Sciences/Condensed Matter Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Applied and Technical Physics/

/Electronic Devices/Materials for Devices/Materials Science/Physical Sciences/Condensed Matter Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Applied and Technical Physics//Electronic Circuits and Systems/Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Electronics and Microelectronics, Instrumentation/Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Engineering Acoustics/Biological and Physical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Acoustics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//

978-3-030-98752-7

A Conceptual Guide to Quantum Field Theory and the Standard Model

,978-3-030-12877-7,978-3-030-12878-4,978-3-030-12879-1,978-3-030-12880-7

Introduction.- Particles or waves?.- Fields.- What is a particle if it is a wave?.- A matter of energy exchange.- A wave of relativity.- Quantization of fields.- Energy in waves and fields.- Symmetry and the origin of force.- Propagators and virtual particles.- Renormalisation of fearful infinities.- Spin makes up bosons and fermions.- Conservation of charge and particle number.- Particle zoo.- Electroweak force in the early universe.- The breaking of the world will never be the same.- The strong force: Quantum Chromo Dynamics.- Gravity as a field.- Further reading.- References and sources.

<div>This book provides unique and comprehensive conceptual explanations of quantum field theory and the standard model of particle physics. How can fundamental particles exist as waves in the vacuum? How can such waves have particle properties such as inertia? What is behind the notion of virtual particles? Why and how do particles exert forces on one another? Not least: What are forces anyway? These are some of the central questions that have intriguing answers in Quantum Field Theory and the Standard Model of Particle Physics. Unfortunately, these theories are highly mathematical, so that most people—even many scientists—are not able to fully grasp their meaning. This book untangles these theories in a conceptual non-mathematical way, using more than 190 figures and extensive explanations and will provide the nonspecialist with great insights that are not to be found in the popular science literature. This fully revised and expanded second edition adds remarkable insights into the transition from quantum to classical world using the concepts of quantum decoherence, while also explaining 'collapse of the wave function', tunnelling and quantum computing.</div>

<div>This book provides unique and comprehensive conceptual explanations of quantum field theory and the standard model of particle physics. How can fundamental particles exist as waves in the vacuum? How can such waves have particle properties such as inertia? What is behind the notion of virtual particles? Why and how do particles exert forces on one another? Not least: What are forces anyway? These are some of the central questions that have intriguing answers in Quantum Field Theory and the Standard Model of Particle Physics. Unfortunately, these theories are highly mathematical, so that most people—even many scientists—are not able to fully grasp their meaning. This book untangles these theories in a conceptual non-mathematical way, using more than 190 figures and extensive explanations and will provide the nonspecialist with great insights that are not to be found in the popular science literature. This fully revised and expanded second edition adds remarkable insights into the transition from quantum to classical world using the concepts of quantum decoherence, while also explaining 'collapse of the wave function', tunnelling and quantum computing.</div>

Provides unique conceptual explanations of quantum field theory and the standard model of particle physicsIncludes new material on quantum decoherence and its implicationsContains no math but full of insights into how the universe works

Wouter J.M. Schmitz, born in 1970, studied physics in Amsterdam. He worked at CERN for an assignment at the Spin Muon Collaboration (SMC) and later as a summer student at a LEP experiment. He graduated at Nikhef Amsterdam in 1994. He has subsequently worked in IT and also holds an MBA degree. Today, Wouter works as a leading digital architect, retaining nonetheless a deep and informed interest in conceptual problems in physics.

9783030987527

/Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Quantum Computing/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics///

978-3-030-83097-7

Maria Schuld, Xanadu Quantum Computing Inc, Tronto, ON, Canada; Francesco Petruccione, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa

Originally published with the title: Supervised Learning with Quantum Computers

Chapter 1. Introduction.- Chapter 2. Machine Learning.- Chapter 3. Quantum Computing.- Chapter 4. Representing Data on a Quantum Computer.- Chapter 5. Variational Circuits as Machine Learning Models.- Chapter 6. Quantum Models as Kernel Methods.- Chapter 7. Fault-Tolerant Quantum Machine Learning.- Chapter 8. Approaches Based on the Ising Model.- Chapter 9. Potential Quantum Advantages.

This book offers an introduction into quantum machine learning research, covering approaches that range from 'near-term' to fault-tolerant quantum machine learning algorithms, and from theoretical to practical techniques that help us understand how quantum computers can learn from data. Among the topics discussed are parameterized quantum circuits, hybrid optimization, data encoding, quantum feature maps and kernel methods, quantum learning theory, as well as quantum neural networks. The book aims at an audience of computer scientists and physicists at the graduate level onwards.

The second edition extends the material beyond supervised learning and puts a special focus on the developments in near-term quantum machine learning seen over the past few years.

This book offers an introduction into quantum machine learning research, covering approaches that range from 'near-term' to fault-tolerant quantum machine learning algorithms, and from theoretical to practical techniques that help us understand how quantum computers can learn from data. Among the topics discussed are parameterized quantum circuits, hybrid optimization, data encoding, quantum feature maps and kernel methods, quantum learning theory, as well as quantum neural networks. The book aims at an audience of computer scientists and physicists at the graduate level onwards. The second edition extends the material beyond supervised learning and puts a special focus on the developments in near-term quantum machine learning seen over the past few years.

Explains relevant concepts and terminology from machine learning and quantum informationCritically reviews challenges that are a common theme in the literatureFocuses on the developments in near-term quantum machine learning in this second edition

Maria Schuld works as a researcher for the Toronto-based quantum computing start-up Xanadu. She received her Ph.D. from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in 2017, where she began working on the intersection between quantum computing and machine learning in 2013. Besides her numerous contributions to the field, she is a co-developer for the open-source quantum machine learning software framework PennyLane.


Francesco Petruccione received his Ph.D. (1988) and “Habilitation” (1994) from the University of Freiburg, Germany. Since 2004, he has been a professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Durban, South Africa, where in 2007, he was granted a South African Research Chair for Quantum Information Processing and Communication. He is the co-author of “The Theory of Open Quantum Systems” (Oxford University Press, 2002) and has published more than 250 papers in refereed journals. Francesco Petruccione’s research focuses on open quantum systems and quantum information processing and communication.

9783030830977

/Quantum Computing/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics/

/Quantum Computing/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science/Mathematics and Computing/Probability Theory/Mathematics//Mathematics and Computing////

10.1007/978-3-030-83098-4

Patricia Gosling, Zurich, Switzerland; Bart Noordam, ASML (Netherlands), Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Preface.- Choosing a Research Group: Pluses and Pitfalls.- Getting Started.- Setting Goals and Objections.- How to Think Like a Scientist.- Designing Good Experiments.- Charting your Progress Month by Month.- Dealing with Setbacks.- Mentors, Leadership and Community.- How to Get Along with Your Labmates, et al.- Group dynamics: Dealing with Difficult Colleagues.- The Art of Good Communication.- Mastering Presentations & Group Meetings.- Searching the Scientific Literature.- Your First International Conference.- From Data to Manuscript: Writing scientific papers that shine.- Celebrate your Success.- How to Make the Best of your Annual Evaluation.- The Final Year: Countdown to your Thesis Defense.- Writing your Doctoral Thesis with Style.- The Final Act: Defending your Thesis with Panache.- Putting it all Together: A PhD. . .So What’s Next?.- Is Industry Right for You? Opportunities to Explore.- Exploring Non-Profit Organizations.- Lessons Learned.

This bestselling book guides PhD students through their graduate years and beyond. Filled with practical advice on getting started, communicating with your supervisor, staying the course, and planning for the future, this book is an indispensable guide for graduate students who need that extra bit of help getting started and making it through. Who should read this book? Any student currently in, or curious about, a PhD programme, be it in the physical and life sciences, engineering, computer science, math, medicine, or the humanities — this book tackles the obstacles and hurdles that almost all PhD students face during their doctoral training. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your research, close to the end, or just feeling frustrated and stuck at any point in between…it’s never too early — or too late — to focus on your success! This third edition contains a variety of new material, including additional chapters and advice on how to make the most of remote learning, collaboration, and communication tools, as well as updated material on your next career step once you have your coveted doctoral degree in hand. Some of the material in the third edition appeared as part of a monthly column on the ScienceCareers website.

This bestselling book guides PhD students through their graduate years and beyond. Filled with practical advice on getting started, communicating with your supervisor, staying the course, and planning for the future, this book is an indispensable guide for graduate students who need that extra bit of help getting started and making it through. Who should read this book? Any student currently in, or curious about, a PhD programme, be it in the physical and life sciences, engineering, computer science, math, medicine, or the humanities — this book tackles the obstacles and hurdles that almost all PhD students face during their doctoral training. Whether you’re at the very beginning of your research, close to the end, or just feeling frustrated and stuck at any point in between…it’s never too early — or too late — to focus on your success! This third edition contains a variety of new material, including additional chapters and advice on how to make the most of remote learning, collaboration, and communication tools, as well as updated material on your next career step once you have your coveted doctoral degree in hand. Some of the material in the third edition appeared as part of a monthly column on the ScienceCareers website.

<p>Is packed with highly valuable insights for doing or considering a Ph.D., especially in natural sciences</p><p>Features a now essential guide to remote learning, virtual meetings and conferences, and online collaboration</p><p>Covers everything from choosing the right programme to navigating group dynamics and publishing scientific papers</p>

Dr. Patricia Gosling has worked in several science-related fields since earning her PhD in organic chemistry, including medical publishing and medical communications. After many years as a medical writer in the Clinical Sciences and Regulatory departments in the Pharma and Biotech industry, she currently works as a freelance science editor.Prof. Dr. Bart Noordam has supervised close to 10 PhD students in experimental physics. He is currently Senior Vice President Strategy at ASML in the Netherlands, manufacturing complex machines for the production of computer chips. He has also worked as the Dean of the Faculty of Science at the University of Amsterdam, McKinsey & Company, and as chair of a regional audit organization.

9783031114168

/Physical Sciences//Technology and Engineering//Life Sciences//Humanities and Social Sciences//Mathematics and Computing//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

Foreword.- Preface to the Third Edition.- Preface to the First Edition.- About the Author.- List of Symbols.- Chapter 1 The Wave Theory of Sound.- Chapter 2 Quantitative Measures of Sound.- Chapter 3 Reflection, Transmission, and Excitation of Plane Waves.- Chapter 4 Radiation from Vibrating Bodies.- Chapter 5 Radiation from Sources Near and on Solid Surfaces.- Chapter 6 Room Acoustics.- Chapter 7 Low-Frequency Models of Sound Transmission.- Chapter 8 Ray Acoustics.- Chapter 9 Scattering and Diffraction.- Chapter 10 Effects of Viscosity and Other Dissipative Processes.- Chapter 11 Nonlinear Effects in Sound Propagation.- Appendix.- Indexes.- Name Index.- Subject Index.

This corrected version of the landmark 1981 textbook introduces the physical principles and theoretical basis of acoustics with deep mathematical rigor, concentrating on concepts and points of view that have proven useful in applications such as noise control, underwater sound, architectural acoustics, audio engineering, nondestructive testing, remote sensing, and medical ultrasonics.<div>
</div><div>Since its publication, this text has been used as part of numerous acoustics-related courses across the world, and continues to be used widely today. During its writing, the book was fine-tuned according to insights gleaned from a broad range of classroom settings. Its careful design supports students in their pursuit of a firm foundation while allowing flexibility in course structure. The book can easily be used in single-term or full-year graduate courses and includes problems and answers. This rigorous and essential text is a must-have for any practicing or aspiring acoustician.</div><div>
</div><div>Praise for the 1981 edition:
</div><div>'Without question this volume will take its place among the more prominent texts for advanced courses on fundamental acoustical theory and applications. The student who masters it should have no difficulty facing with assurance the current problems in acoustical technology.' — R. Bruce Lindsay, Brown University in The Journal of the Acoustical Society of America</div><div>Features a wealth of end-of-chapter problems and answers
Written by the former Editor-in-Chief of the Acoustical Society of America
Represents essential reading for all practicing and aspiring acousticians
Facilitates instructional flexibility regarding topics covered, length of course, and interests of students
Includes a new foreword and preface speaking to the book's continuing importance
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This corrected version of the landmark 1981 textbook introduces the physical principles and theoretical basis of acoustics with deep mathematical rigor, concentrating on concepts and points of view that have proven useful in applications such as noise control, underwater sound, architectural acoustics, audio engineering, nondestructive testing, remote sensing, and medical ultrasonics.<div>
</div><div>Since its publication, this text has been used as part of numerous acoustics-related courses across the world, and continues to be used widely today. During its writing, the book was fine-tuned according to insights gleaned from a broad range of classroom settings. Its careful design supports students in their pursuit of a firm foundation while allowing flexibility in course structure. The book can easily be used in single-term or full-year graduate courses and includes problems and answers. This rigorous and essential text is a must-have for any practicing or aspiring acoustician.</div>

<p>Features a wealth of end-of-chapter problems and answers</p><p>Written by the former Editor-in-Chief of the Acoustical Society of America</p><p>Represents essential reading for all practicing and aspiring acousticians</p><p>Facilitates instructional flexibility regarding topics covered, length of course, and interests of students</p><p>Includes a new foreword and preface speaking to the book's continuing importance</p>

Allan D. Pierce was born in 1936 and spent his early years in Iowa, Kansas, and New Mexico. After receiving a Ph.D. in Physics from MIT, he was employed by RAND (1961-1963) and Avco (1963-1966). His work during these years was concerned primarily with the analysis of infrasonic waveforms generated by thermonuclear explosions, and this broadened into a life-long interest in all aspects of physical acoustics, applied mechanics, vibrations, and wave physics. From 1966 to 2012 he held a succession of professorial appointments — at MIT (1966-1973), Georgia Tech (1973-1988), Penn State (1988-1993), and Boston University (1993-2012). He retired from BU in 2012, and founded the Cape Cod Institute for Science and Engineering in 2017. He is a Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America and of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and is a recipient of the ASA Silver Medal in Physical Acoustics and the ASA Gold Medal, the ASME Per Bruel Gold Medal, the Rossing Prize for Acoustics Education, and the Gold Medal of the Acoustical Foundation of India. Over the years he has had many editorial positions, including being the founding co-Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Computational Acoustics and the Editor-in-Chief of the Acoustical Society of America. He was the founding editor of Proceedings of Meetings in Acoustics.

9783030112134

/Acoustics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Acoustics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Engineering Acoustics/Biological and Physical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Multibody Systems and Mechanical Vibrations/Mathematical and Computational Engineering Applications/Engineering Mechanics/Technology and Engineering//Noise Control/Engineering Acoustics/Biological and Physical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Geographical Information System/Computer and Information Systems Applications/Computer Science/Mathematics and Computing/Geography/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences//Civil Engineering/Building Construction and Design/Technology and Engineering/

978-3-319-44904-3

Original Japanese version published by Kyoritsu Shuppan, Tokyo, 2014

Foundation of Quantum Theory.- Group Representation.- Representations of Lie Group and Lie Algebra (Basics).- Representations of Lie Group and Lie Algebra (Special Case).- Representations of Lie Group and Lie Algebra (General Case).- Bosonic System.- Discretization of Bosonic System.

This book explains the group representation theory for quantum theory in the language of quantum theory. As is well known, group representation theory is very strong tool for quantum theory, in particular, angular momentum, hydrogen-type Hamiltonian, spin-orbit interaction, quark model, quantum optics, and quantum information processing including quantum error correction. To describe a big picture of application of representation theory to quantum theory, the book needs to contain the following six topics, permutation group, SU(2) and SU(d), Heisenberg representation, squeezing operation, Discrete Heisenberg representation, and the relation with Fourier transform from a unified viewpoint by including projective representation. Unfortunately, although there are so many good mathematical books for a part of six topics, no book contains all of these topics because they are too segmentalized. Further, some of them are written in an abstract way in mathematical style and, often, the materials are too segmented. At least, the notation is not familiar to people working with quantum theory.Others are good elementary books, but do not deal with topics related to quantum theory. In particular, such elementary books do not cover projective representation, which is more important in quantum theory. On the other hand, there are several books for physicists. However, these books are too simple and lack the detailed discussion. Hence, they are not useful for advanced study even in physics. To resolve this issue, this book starts with the basic mathematics for quantum theory. Then, it introduces the basics of group representation and discusses the case of the finite groups, the symmetric group, e.g. Next, this book discusses Lie group and Lie algebra. This part starts with the basics knowledge, and proceeds to the special groups, e.g., SU(2), SU(1,1), and SU(d). After the special groups, it explains concrete applications to physical systems, e.g., angular momentum, hydrogen-type Hamiltonian, spin-orbit interaction, and quark model. Then, it proceeds to the general theory for Lie group and Lie algebra. Using this knowledge, this book explains the Bosonic system, which has the symmetries of Heisenberg group and the squeezing symmetry by SL(2,R) and Sp(2n,R). Finally, as the discrete version, this book treats the discrete Heisenberg representation which is related to quantum error correction. To enhance readers' undersnding, this book contains 54 figures, 23 tables, and 111 exercises with solutions.

This book explains the group representation theory for quantum theory in the language of quantum theory. As is well known, group representation theory is very strong tool for quantum theory, in particular, angular momentum, hydrogen-type Hamiltonian, spin-orbit interaction, quark model, quantum optics, and quantum information processing including quantum error correction. To describe a big picture of application of representation theory to quantum theory, the book needs to contain the following six topics, permutation group, SU(2) and SU(d), Heisenberg representation, squeezing operation, Discrete Heisenberg representation, and the relation with Fourier transform from a unified viewpoint by including projective representation. Unfortunately, although there are so many good mathematical books for a part of six topics, no book contains all of these topics because they are too segmentalized. Further, some of them are written in an abstract way in mathematical style and, often, the materials are too segmented. At least, the notation is not familiar to people working with quantum theory.Others are good elementary books, but do not deal with topics related to quantum theory. In particular, such elementary books do not cover projective representation, which is more important in quantum theory. On the other hand, there are several books for physicists. However, these books are too simple and lack the detailed discussion. Hence, they are not useful for advanced study even in physics. To resolve this issue, this book starts with the basic mathematics for quantum theory. Then, it introduces the basics of group representation and discusses the case of the finite groups, the symmetric group, e.g. Next, this book discusses Lie group and Lie algebra. This part starts with the basics knowledge, and proceeds to the special groups, e.g., SU(2), SU(1,1), and SU(d). After the special groups, it explains concrete applications to physical systems, e.g., angular momentum, hydrogen-type Hamiltonian, spin-orbit interaction, and quark model. Then, it proceeds to the general theory for Lie group and Lie algebra. Using this knowledge, this book explains the Bosonic system, which has the symmetries of Heisenberg group and the squeezing symmetry by SL(2,R) and Sp(2n,R). Finally, as the discrete version, this book treats the discrete Heisenberg representation which is related to quantum error correction. To enhance readers' undersnding, this book contains 54 figures, 23 tables, and 111 exercises with solutions.

<p>Explains group representation theory for quantum theory in a didactic way</p><p>Bridges the gap between quantum theory and group representation theory</p><p>Well structured and physically motivated without giving up mathematical rigour</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

Masahito Hayashi was born in Japan in 1971. He received the B.S. degree from the Faculty of Sciences in Kyoto University, Japan, in 1994 and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Mathematics from Kyoto University, Japan, in 1996 and 1999, respectively.He worked in Kyoto University as a Research Fellow of the Japan Society of the Promotion of Science (JSPS) from 1998 to 2000, and worked in the Laboratory for Mathematical Neuroscience, Brain Science Institute, RIKEN from 2000 to 2003, and worked in ERATO Quantum Computation and Information Project, Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST) as the Research Head from 2000 to 2006. He also worked in the Superrobust Computation Project Information Science and Technology Strategic Core (21st Century COE by MEXT) Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, The University of Tokyo as Adjunct Associate Professor from 2004 to 2007. He worked in the Graduate School of Information Sciences, Tohoku University as Associate Professor from 2007 to 2012. In 2012, he joined the Graduate School of Mathematics, Nagoya University as Professor. He also worked in Centre for Quantum Technologies, National University of Singapore as Visiting Research Associate Professor from 2009 to 2012 and as Visiting Research Professor from 2012 to now. In 2011, he received the Information Theory Society Paper Award (2011) for Information-Spectrum Approach to Second-Order Coding Rate in Channel Coding. In 2016, he received the Japan Academy Medal from the Japan Academy and the JSPS Prize from Japan Society for the Promotion of Science.
He is a member of the Editorial Board of the International Journal of Quantum Information and International Journal On Advances in Security. His research interests include classical and quantum information theory, information-theoretic security, and classical and quantum statistical inference.

9783319449043

/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Group Theory and Generalizations/Algebra/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Spintronics/Condensed Matter/Materials Science/Physical Sciences//Quantum Computing/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Mathematical Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//

10.1007/978-3-319-44906-7

Chapter 1: Three simple experiments.- Chapter 2: Photons and Interference.- Chapter 3: Electrons with Spin.- Chapter 4: Atoms and Energy.- Chapter 5: Operators.- Chapter 6: Entanglement.- Chapter 7: Decoherence.- Chapter 8: The Motion of Particles.- Chapter 9: Uncertainty Relations.- Chapter 10: The Nature of Reality.

<div>In this undergraduate textbook, now in its 2nd edition, the author develops the quantum theory from first principles based on very simple experiments: a photon traveling through beam splitters to detectors, an electron moving through magnetic fields, and an atom emitting radiation. From the physical description of these experiments follows a natural mathematical description in terms of matrices and complex numbers.</div><div>
</div><div>The first part of the book examines how experimental facts force us to let go of some deeply held preconceptions and develops this idea into a description of states, probabilities, observables, and time evolution. The quantum mechanical principles are illustrated using applications such as gravitational wave detection, magnetic resonance imaging, atomic clocks, scanning tunneling microscopy, and many more. The first part concludes with an overview of the complete quantum theory.</div><div>
</div><div>The second part of the book covers more advanced topics, including the concept of entanglement, the process of decoherence or how quantum systems become classical, quantum computing and quantum communication, and quantum particles moving in space. Here, the book makes contact with more traditional approaches to quantum physics. The remaining chapters delve deeply into the idea of uncertainty relations and explore what the quantum theory says about the nature of reality.</div><div>
</div><div>The book is an ideal accessible introduction to quantum physics, tested in the classroom, with modern examples and plenty of end-of-chapter exercises.</div><div>
</div><div></div>

In this undergraduate textbook, now in its 2nd edition, the author develops the quantum theory from first principles based on very simple experiments: a photon traveling through beam splitters to detectors, an electron moving through magnetic fields, and an atom emitting radiation. From the physical description of these experiments follows a natural mathematical description in terms of matrices and complex numbers.The first part of the book examines how experimental facts force us to let go of some deeply held preconceptions and develops this idea into a description of states, probabilities, observables, and time evolution. The quantum mechanical principles are illustrated using applications such as gravitational wave detection, magnetic resonance imaging, atomic clocks, scanning tunneling microscopy, and many more. The first part concludes with an overview of the complete quantum theory.The second part of the book covers more advanced topics, including the concept ofentanglement, the process of decoherence or how quantum systems become classical, quantum computing and quantum communication, and quantum particles moving in space. Here, the book makes contact with more traditional approaches to quantum physics. The remaining chapters delve deeply into the idea of uncertainty relations and explore what the quantum theory says about the nature of reality.The book is an ideal accessible introduction to quantum physics, tested in the classroom, with modern examples and plenty of end-of-chapter exercises.<div>
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Presents minimal physics and maths background required for an intuitive development of quantum theoryOffers over 50 interactive figures to develop hands-on intuition of quantum mechanical principlesContains a complete set of more than 100 end-of-chapter exercises

Pieter Kok is Professor of Theoretical Physics at the University of Sheffield, UK. His research interests include quantum information theory and quantum precision measurements. He studied physics at Utrecht University in the Netherlands and received his Ph.D. in quantum teleportation from the University of Wales in 2001. He has contributed to practical architectures for quantum computing and Heisenberg-limited quantum metrology and imaging.

9783031161643

460544_2_En

/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics///

Unidentified Aerial Phenomena: Observations, Explanations and Speculations

Early UFO Sagas and Legends Prior to Trinity (July 1945).- UFO Sagas and Legends from Trinity (July 1945) Until the Robertson Panel (January 1953).- UFO Sagas and Legends After the Robertson Panel Until 2003.- UFO Sagas and Legends After 2003.- Some Visual Photos of Objects that have not (yet?) been Identified.- UFO Perception in the USA and Elsewhere.- Some Flight Characteristics.- Abductions and Experiences.- Crash Retreivals and UFO Materials.

Unidentified phenomena in space, in the Earth's atmosphere, and in waters are too important to leave their exploration to the military and scientific laypersons. Their proper scientific study is important for a variety of reasons; in particular, scientists and the public at large need to know the basic facts, to be informed about the way evidence is recorded, and to understand the difference been reliable evidence and fiction, as well as between plausible explanations and fantasy.<div>
</div><div>With this objective, the book surveys the history of UFO observations, the variety of recorded phenomena, and recounts the efforts of investigative commissions and their published findings.
</div><div>
</div><div>Although wild rumors are demystified in the process, this is not an exercise in rumor-bashing. An open and at the same time critical mindset is the key. Many narratives and hypothesis appear implausible relative to our present state of knowledge; but this alone should not lead to their outright exclusion. Thus the author also pays attention to UFO sightings that have so far eluded explanation in terms of known physics or meteorology. Here the reader will encounter some of the more speculative but scientifically tenable proposals, for example, relating to sudden zigzag motion without apparent inertia or recognizable propulsion, yet always with a clear guide to their plausibility. Last but not least, the book outlines plans and suggestions for future research capable of revealing the existence and intentions of extraterrestrial intelligences, outer-space engineers, or technologies so far known only from science fiction.</div>

Unidentified phenomena in space, in the Earth's atmosphere, and in waters are too important to leave their exploration to the military and scientific laypersons. Their proper scientific study is important for a variety of reasons; in particular, scientists and the public at large need to know the basic facts, to be informed about the way evidence is recorded, and to understand the difference been reliable evidence and fiction, as well as between plausible explanations and fantasy.<div>
</div><div>With this objective, the book surveys the history of UFO observations, the variety of recorded phenomena, and recounts the efforts of investigative commissions and their published findings.
</div><div>
</div><div>Although wild rumors are demystified in the process, this is not an exercise in rumor-bashing. An open and at the same time critical mindset is the key. Many narratives and hypothesis appear implausible relative to our present state of knowledge; but this alone should not lead to their outright exclusion. Thus the author also pays attention to UFO sightings that have so far eluded explanation in terms of known physics or meteorology. Here the reader will encounter some of the more speculative but scientifically tenable proposals, for example, relating to sudden zigzag motion without apparent inertia or recognizable propulsion, yet always with a clear guide to their plausibility. Last but not least, the book outlines plans and suggestions for future research capable of revealing the existence and intentions of extraterrestrial intelligences, outer-space engineers, or technologies so far known only from science fiction.
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<p>Describes a topic too important to be left to the military or unguided speculation</p><p>Abounds with exciting facts and stimulating exploration of conceivable technologies</p><p>Methodical presentation, scientifically correct, but also open-minded and nor afraid of out-of-the-box ideas</p>

Karl Svozil is an Austrian theoretical physicist at the TU Wien specializing in quantum theory and the logical foundations of chaotic systems. After studies in Vienna and Heidelberg, he continued his career as a visiting scientist in various locations, in particular, UC Berkeley and the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory as well as Lomonosov Moscow State University and The University of Auckland. He has a broad range of interests, including philosophy of science, psychoanalysis and economy, and has served in various interdisciplinary research funding panels.
Svozil's main motivation to study physics has been a desire which seems both pathetic and hard: very fast space travel to other solar systems, to contemplate and invent physical principles that would allow mankind to explore our galaxy. Although specializing in other areas of physics because of the obvious lack of opportunity to realize such ambitions with present physical means, he has never forgotten this passion.
Svozil holds that we should be acutely aware of the conceivable inverse situation, namely 'us'' being visited by extraterrestrials. One of his first visits to UC Berkeley's Main Library was to fetch a copy of the Condon report. For him, the potential consequences are more than worth the effort of thorough scientific investigation.

9783031343971

/Space Exploration and Astronautics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Space Exploration and Astronautics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astrobiology/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Science, Technology and Society/Science and Technology Studies/Humanities and Social Sciences/Society//Vehicle Engineering/Aerospace Technology and Astronautics/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering///

George Datseris, Max Planck Institute for Meteorology, Hamburg, Germany; Ulrich Parlitz, Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization, Göttingen, Germany

Part I Introduction.- Dynamical Systems.- Non-Chaotic Continuous Dynamics.- Part II Methods.- Defining and Measuring Chaos.- Bifurcations and Routes to Chaos.- Entropy and Dimension.- Delay Coordinates.- Information Across Timeseries.- Part III Applications.- Billiards, Conservative Systems and Ergodicity.- Forced Oscillators and Synchronisation.- Networds, Agent-Based Models and Epidemics.- Extended Systems and Spatiotemporal Chaos.- Nonlinear Dynamics of Climate & Climate Change.

This concise and up-to-date textbook provides an accessible introduction to the core concepts of nonlinear dynamics as well as its existing and potential applications. The book is aimed at students and researchers in all the diverse fields in which nonlinear phenomena are important. Since most tasks in nonlinear dynamics cannot be treated analytically, skills in using numerical simulations are crucial for analyzing these phenomena. The text therefore addresses in detail appropriate computational methods as well as identifying the pitfalls of numerical simulations. It includes numerous executable code snippets referring to open source Julia software packages. Each chapter includes a selection of exercises with which students can test and deepen their skills.

This concise and up-to-date textbook provides an accessible introduction to the core concepts of nonlinear dynamics as well as its existing and potential applications. The book is aimed at students and researchers in all the diverse fields in which nonlinear phenomena are important. Since most tasks in nonlinear dynamics cannot be treated analytically, skills in using numerical simulations are crucial for analyzing these phenomena. The text therefore addresses in detail appropriate computational methods as well as identifying the pitfalls of numerical simulations. It includes numerous executable code snippets referring to open source Julia software packages. Each chapter includes a selection of exercises with which students can test and deepen their skills.

Easy-to-read up-to-date introductory text to nonlinear dynamicsPractical focus, concise text, targeting application-oriented audienceAll concepts illustrated with executable code snippets using open source software

George Datseris is a postdoctoral researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Meteorology, Hamburg (Germany), working on the nonlinear dynamics of climate. He has taught several courses on nonlinear dynamics and has developed interactive applications for use in teaching. He is also the lead developer of the software organization JuliaDynamics, which is by far the largest collection of software on nonlinear dynamics and even includes award winning software like DynamicalSystems.jl.

Ulrich Parlitz works at the Max Planck Institute for Dynamics and Self-Organization, Göttingen (Germany), in the Research Group Biomedical Physics and he is also affiliated with the Faculty of Physics of the University of Göttingen where he teaches for 25 years courses on nonlinear dynamics, data analysis, and complex systems. His main scientific interests include dynamical systems, cardiac dynamics, time series analysis and machine learning.

9783030910310

/Complex Systems/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics/

/Complex Systems/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Dynamical Systems/Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Climate Sciences/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences//Time Series Analysis/Statistical Theory and Methods/Statistics/Mathematics and Computing//Stochastic Networks/Mathematics and Computing/Probability Theory/Mathematics//

978-3-031-24227-4

A Compendium of Smart and Little-Known Techniques for Evaluating Integrals and Sums

Review of Foundational Concepts.- Evaluation of Definite Integrals I: The Residue Theorem and Friends.- Evaluation of Definite Integrals II: Applications to Various Types of Integrals.- Cauchy Principal Value.- Integral Transforms.- Asymptotic Methods.

Integrals and sums are not generally considered for evaluation using complex integration. This book proposes techniques that mainly use complex integration and are quite different from those in the existing texts. Such techniques, ostensibly taught in Complex Analysis courses to undergraduate students who have had two semesters of calculus, are usually limited to a very small set of problems.

Few practitioners consider complex integration as a tool for computing difficult integrals. While there are a number of books on the market that provide tutorials on this subject, the existing texts in this field focus on real methods. Accordingly, this book offers an eye-opening experience for computation enthusiasts used to relying on clever substitutions and transformations to evaluate integrals and sums.

The book is the result of nine years of providing solutions to difficult calculus problems on forums such as Math Stack Exchange or the author's website, residuetheorem.com.It serves to detail to the enthusiastic mathematics undergraduate, or the physics or engineering graduate student, the art and science of evaluating difficult integrals, sums, and products.

Integrals and sums are not generally considered for evaluation using complex integration. This book proposes techniques that mainly use complex integration and are quite different from those in the existing texts. Such techniques, ostensibly taught in Complex Analysis courses to undergraduate students who have had two semesters of calculus, are usually limited to a very small set of problems.

Few practitioners consider complex integration as a tool for computing difficult integrals. While there are a number of books on the market that provide tutorials on this subject, the existing texts in this field focus on real methods. Accordingly, this book offers an eye-opening experience for computation enthusiasts used to relying on clever substitutions and transformations to evaluate integrals and sums.

The book is the result of nine years of providing solutions to difficult calculus problems on forums such as Math Stack Exchange or the author's website, residuetheorem.com.It serves to detail to the enthusiastic mathematics undergraduate, or the physics or engineering graduate student, the art and science of evaluating difficult integrals, sums, and products.

Instructs computation enthusiasts in techniques for using complex integration to evaluate integrals and sumsLooks past existing texts to expand the use of such techniques beyond the usual small set of problemsAppeals both to undergraduate and graduate students in math, physics and engineering interested in the evaluation of integrals and sums

Ron Gordon earned a B.S. in Physics and B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst (1992), and a Ph.D. in Optics from the University of Rochester (1998). His doctoral thesis concerned mathematical properties of scanning light beams that optimize certain energy concentrations within specified regions near focus. Over the subsequent ten years, he worked for semiconductor manufacturing companies such as Motorola and IBM, developing mathematical models of light scatter from photomasks and of light propagation and diffraction through optical projection systems used in photolithography. One result of his research involved an analytical expression for a partially coherent diffraction image under certain conditions, derived by integrating about the boundary of a region defined by the intersection of three circles.

9783031242274

/Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Functions of a Complex Variable/Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Real Functions/Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Integral Transforms and Operational Calculus/Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Mathematical and Computational Engineering Applications/Technology and Engineering//

978-1-84800-156-5

O. Richard Norton, Bend, OR, USA; Lawrence Chitwood, Bend, OR, USA

Ancient Fragments of the Solar System.- Interplanetary Dust and Meteors.- Meteorites: Fragments of Asteroids.- Meteoroids to Meteorites: Lessons in Survival.- The Family of Meteorites.- The Chondrites.- Primitive and Differentiated Meteorites: Asteroidal Achondrites.- Differentiated Meteorites: Planetary and Lunar Achondrites.- Differentiated Meteorites: The Irons.- Differentiated Meteorites: Stony-Irons.- A Gallery of Meteorwrongs.- Collecting and Analyzing Meteorites.- In the Field.- From Hand Lens to Microscope.

Imagine the unique experience of being the very first person to hold a newly-found meteorite in your hand – a rock from space, older than Earth! 'Weekend meteorite hunting' with magnets and metal detectors is becoming ever more popular as a pastime, but of course you can’t just walk around and pick up meteorites in the same way that you can pick up seashells on the beach. Those fragments that survived the intense heat of re-entry tend to disguise themselves as natural rocks over time, and it takes a trained eye – along with the information in this book – to recognize them. Just as amateur astronomers are familiar with the telescopes and accessories needed to study a celestial object, amateur meteoriticists have to use equipment ranging from simple hand lenses to microscopes to study a specimen, to identify its type and origins. Equipment and techniques are covered in detail here of course, along with a complete and fully illustratedguide to what you might find and where you might find it. In fact, the Field Guide to Meteors and Meteorites contains pretty much everything an amateur astronomer – or geologist – needs to know about meteors and meteorites.

It is said that astronomy is one of the few remaining fields in which amateurs can make a real contribution to science, and nowhere is this more true than in the field of meteors and meteorites. Although meteors are isolated and unpredictable, it is possible to predict when meteor showers - usually associated with old comets - are due; they last a couple of days, during which many meteors can be observed in a single night. Equipment for watching, counting and even measuring meteors can range from the simplest (a chair) to sophisticated all-sky cameras. What is unique about meteors in astronomical observation is that many survive entry into the Earth's atmosphere and impact the ground - the only easily-analysed extraterrestrial material available to science. What is unique about Richard Norton's book is that it is both a field guide to observing meteors, and also a field guide to locating, preparing and analysing meteorites. In addition to giving the reader information about observing techniques for meteors, this book also provides a fully detailed account of the types of meteorites, how and where to find them, how to prepare and analyse them. It is thus the only complete book on the subject available at present.

Covers the techniques of observing meteors, with many useful hints and tips for amateur astronomersAlso deals with how and where to find meteorites, how to prepare them as specimens for display or analysisIn one book, everything the amateur astronomer (or geologist!) needs to know about meteors and meteoritesFully illustrated with many colour photographs and expertly drawn diagramsIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

9781848001565

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Planetary Science/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy////

10.1007/978-1-84800-157-2

978-3-540-46356-6

Properties of Cryoliquids.- Solid Matter at Low Temperatures.- Thermal Contact and Thermal Isolation.- Helium-4 Cryostats and Closed-Cycle Refrigerators.- Helium-3 Cryostats.- The 3He–4He Dilution Refrigerator.- Refrigeration by Solidification of Liquid 3He: Pomeranchuck Cooling.- Refrigeration by Adiabatic Demagnetization of a Paramagnetic Salt.- Refrigeration by Adiabatic Nuclear Demagnetization.- Temperature Scales and Temperature Fixed Points.- Low-Temperature Thermometry.- Miscellaneous Cryogenic Devices and Design Aids.- Some Comments on Low-Temperature Electronics.

Matter and Methods at Low Temperatures contains a wealth of information essential for successful experiments at low temperatures, which makes it suitable as a reference and textbook. The first chapters describe the low-temperature properties of liquid and solid matter, including liquid helium. The major part of the book is devoted to refrigeration techniques and the physics on which they rely, the definition of temperature, thermometry, and a variety of design and construction techniques. The lively style and practical basis of this text make it easy to read and particularly useful to anyone beginning research in low-temperature physics. Low-temperature scientists will find it of great value due to its extensive compilation of materials data and relevant new results on refrigeration, thermometry, and materials properties. Problems are included as well. Furthermore, this third edition also describes newly developed low-temperature experimentation techniques and new materials properties; it also contains many additional references and a list of suppliers of cryogenic equipment.

Success of a product is determined by the market. I am therefore very pleased that the ?rst two editions of this book have been sold out, and that the publisher has asked me to work on a third, revised and expanded edition. - viously,thereisstilldemandfor“MatterandMethodsatLowTemperatures”, even almost 15 years after publication of the ?rst edition. Before working on this revision, I had written to more than 20 expert colleagues to ask for their recommendations for revisions. Besides details, the essence of their response was the following (1) Essentially, leave as it is; (2) AddmoreinformationonpropertiesofmaterialsatT> 1K;(3)Addinfor- tion on suppliers of low-temperature equipment. Besides following the latter tworecommendations,Ihave,ofcourse,takenintoaccountallrelevantnew- formation and new developments that have become available since the second edition was written more than 10 years ago, in 1995. I have found this inf- mation in particular in the journals “Journal of Low Temperature Physics”, “Review of Scienti?c Instruments”, and “Cryogenics”, as well as in the P- ceedingsoftheInternationalConferencesonLowTemperaturePhysics,which took place in Prague (1996), Helsinki (1999), Hiroshima (2002), and Orlando, FL (2005), as well as of the International Symposium on Quantum Fluids and Solids, which took place in Ithaca, NY (1995), Paris (1997), Amherst, MA (1998), Minneapolis, MN (2000), Konstanz (2001), Albuquerque, NM (2003), and Trento (2004); the latter proceedings have also been published as issues of the Journal of Low Temperature Physics.

<p>Covers the major developments in low-temperature physics and technology</p><p>Integrates physics and applications in a unique way</p><p>Lively and easy-to-read textbook containing a wealth of information essential for successful experiments at low temperatures</p><p>Includes an extensive compilation of materials data and relevant new results from thermometry and materials properties, as well as many additional references and ‘problems’</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

Professor of Physics at the Universities of Cologne (1975-1983), Bayreuth (1983-1996), Dresden (1997-2003); Director at the Forschungszentrum Jülich (1975-1983); Scientific Director of the Forschungszentrum Rossendorf (1996-2003); Editor of 'Journal of Low Temperature Physics' from 1992 – 2005; President (Past president) of Leibniz Gemeinschaft 1998-2001 (2001-2005)

9783540463566

/Condensed Matter Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Condensed Matter Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Technology and Engineering//Spectroscopy/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry//Thermodynamics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry///

10.1007/978-3-540-46360-3

Introduction to Probability and Inference.- Discrete Probability Distributions.- Probability Density Functions.- Random Numbers and Monte Carlo Methods.- Bayesian Probability and Inference.- Frequentist Probability and Inference.- Combining Measurements.- Confidence Intervals.- Convolution and Unfolding.- Hypothesis Testing.- Machine Learning.- Discoveries and Limits.

This third edition expands on the original material. Large portions of the text have been reviewed and clarified. More emphasis is devoted to machine learning including more modern concepts and examples. This book provides the reader with the main concepts and tools needed to perform statistical analyses of experimental data, in particular in the field of high-energy physics (HEP).It starts with an introduction to probability theory and basic statistics, mainly intended as a refresher from readers’ advanced undergraduate studies, but also to help them clearly distinguish between the Frequentist and Bayesian approaches and interpretations in subsequent applications. Following, the author discusses Monte Carlo methods with emphasis on techniques like Markov Chain Monte Carlo, and the combination of measurements, introducing the best linear unbiased estimator. More advanced concepts and applications are gradually presented, including unfolding and regularization procedures, culminating in the chapter devoted to discoveries and upper limits.The reader learns through many applications in HEP where the hypothesis testing plays a major role and calculations of look-elsewhere effect are also presented. Many worked-out examples help newcomers to the field and graduate students alike understand the pitfalls involved in applying theoretical concepts to actual data.

This third edition expands on the original material. Large portions of the text have been reviewed and clarified. More emphasis is devoted to machine learning including more modern concepts and examples. This book provides the reader with the main concepts and tools needed to perform statistical analyses of experimental data, in particular in the field of high-energy physics (HEP).It starts with an introduction to probability theory and basic statistics, mainly intended as a refresher from readers’ advanced undergraduate studies, but also to help them clearly distinguish between the Frequentist and Bayesian approaches and interpretations in subsequent applications. Following, the author discusses Monte Carlo methods with emphasis on techniques like Markov Chain Monte Carlo, and the combination of measurements, introducing the best linear unbiased estimator. More advanced concepts and applications are gradually presented, including unfolding and regularization procedures, culminating in the chapter devoted to discoveries and upper limits.The reader learns through many applications in HEP where the hypothesis testing plays a major role and calculations of look-elsewhere effect are also presented. Many worked-out examples help newcomers to the field and graduate students alike understand the pitfalls involved in applying theoretical concepts to actual data.

Revised third edition with a chapter dedicated to machine learningOffers a course-based introduction to statistical analysis for experimental dataEnriched with many worked-out examples to train the reader

Luca Lista is full professor at University of Naples Federico II and Director of INFN Naples Unit. He is an experimental particle physicist and member of the CMS collaboration at CERN. He participated in the BABAR experiment at SLAC and L3 experiment at CERN. His main scientific interests are data analysis, statistical methods applied to physics and software development for scientific applications.

9783031199332

/Statistical Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Statistical Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Data Analysis and Big Data/Statistics/Mathematics and Computing//Particle Physics/Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Machine Learning/Artificial Intelligence/Computer Science/Mathematics and Computing/Probability Theory/Mathematics///

Simon Mochrie, Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA; Claudia De Grandi, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Chapter 1. Vectors and kinematics.- Chapter 2. Force and momentum: Newton’s laws and how to apply them.- Chapter 3. Energy, work, geckos, and ATP.- Chapter 4. Probability distributions: Mutations, cancer rates and vision sensitivity.- Chapter 5. Random walks: Brownian motion and the tree of life.- Chapter 6. Diffusion: Membrane permeability and the rate of actin polymerization.- Chapter 7. Rates of change: drugs, infections, and weapons of mass destruction.- Chapter 8. Statistical Mechanics: Boltzmann factors, PCR, and Brownian ratchets.- Chapter 9. Fluid Mechanics: Laminar flow, blushing, and Murray’s Law.- Chapter 10. Oscillations and resonance.- Chapter 11. Wave equations: Strings and wind.- Chapter 12. Gauss’s law: Charges and electric fields.- Chapter 13. Electric potential, capacitors, and dielectrics.- Chapter 14. Circuits and dendrites: Charge conservation, Ohm’s law, rate equations, and other old friends.- Chapter 15. Optics: refraction, eyes, lenses, microscopes, and telescopes.- Chapter 16. Biologic: Genetic circuits and feedback.- Chapter 17. Magnetic fields and Ampere’s law.- Chapter 18. Faraday’s law and electromagnetic induction.- Chapter 19. Maxwell’s equations and then there was light.

This classroom-tested textbook is an innovative, comprehensive, and forward-looking introductory undergraduate physics course. While it clearly explains physical principles and equips the student with a full range of quantitative tools and methods, the material is firmly grounded in biological relevance and is brought to life with plenty of biological examples throughout.It is designed to be a self-contained text for a two-semester sequence of introductory physics for biology and premedical students, covering kinematics and Newton’s laws, energy, probability, diffusion, rates of change, statistical mechanics, fluids, vibrations, waves, electromagnetism, and optics.Each chapter begins with learning goals, and concludes with a summary of core competencies, allowing for seamless incorporation into the classroom. In addition, each chapter is replete with a wide selection of creative and often surprising examples, activities, computational tasks, and exercises, many of which are inspired by current research topics, making cutting-edge biological physics accessible to the student.

This classroom-tested textbook is an innovative, comprehensive, and forward-looking introductory undergraduate physics course. While it clearly explains physical principles and equips the student with a full range of quantitative tools and methods, the material is firmly grounded in biological relevance and is brought to life with plenty of biological examples throughout.It is designed to be a self-contained text for a two-semester sequence of introductory physics for biology and premedical students, covering kinematics and Newton’s laws, energy, probability, diffusion, rates of change, statistical mechanics, fluids, vibrations, waves, electromagnetism, and optics. Each chapter begins with learning goals, and concludes with a summary of core competencies, allowing for seamless incorporation into the classroom. In addition, each chapter is replete with a wide selection of creative and often surprising examples, activities, computational tasks, and exercises, many of which are inspired by current research topics, making cutting-edge biological physics accessible to the student.

Provides a complete course for biology and pre-medical students, with exercises, activities, and computational tasksExplains concepts from physics and connects them to biology using innovative examples, many inspired by research topicsEnables easy classroom use with learning goals and competencies for each chapter

Simon Mochrie has been on the faculty at Yale University since 2000 as a Professor Physics and of Applied Physics. For the last decade, his research has focused on the physics of living systems, during which period he also developed and taught the introductory physics for the life sciences course on which this book is based. In 2021, he was awarded Yale’s Dylon Hixon ’88 Prize for Teaching Excellence in the Natural Sciences for his teaching of this course.Claudia De Grandi joined the Physics and Astronomy Department at University of Utah in 2018 as an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) of Educational Practice. One of her main roles is to implement and promote evidence-based teaching pedagogies in introductory physics courses and improve the teaching quality and inclusiveness of physics and STEM courses more broadly. At the University of Utah, as well as previously as a Teaching Postdoctoral Scholar at Yale University, she has been working to reform the Introductory Physics curriculum for Life Sciences majors (pre-medical students and biology majors), both the lecture courses, as well as the laboratory ones. She was awarded the 2021-2022 College of Science Distinguished Educator Award.

9783031058073

/Biophysics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Biological Sciences/Life Sciences/Biological Techniques//Premedical Education/Public Health/Life Sciences/Health Sciences//Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering/Biological and Physical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//

978-3-319-44647-9

Timm Krüger; Halim Kusumaatmaja; Alexandr Kuzmin; Orest Shardt; Goncalo Silva; Erlend Magnus Viggen

Timm Krüger, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK; Halim Kusumaatmaja, Durham University, Durham, UK; Alexandr Kuzmin, Maya Heat Transfer Technologies, Westmount, QC, Canada; Orest Shardt, Princeton University, Princeton, NJ, USA; Goncalo Silva, University of Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal; Erlend Magnus Viggen, Acoustics Research Centre, Trondheim, Norway

Part I Background: Basics of hydrodynamics and kinetic theory.- Numerical methods for fluids.- Part II Lattice Boltzmann fundamentals: The lattice Boltzmann equation.- Analysis of the lattice Boltzmann equation.- Boundary and initial conditions.- Forces.- Non-dimensionalisation and choice of simulation parameters.- Part III Lattice Boltzmann extensions, improvements, and details: Lattice-Boltzmann for advection-diffusion-problems.- Multiphase and multi-component flows.- MRT and TRT collision operators.- Boundary conditions for fluid-structure interaction.- Sound waves.- Part IV Numerical implementation of the lattice Boltzmann method: Implementation of LB Simulations.- Appendices.

This book is an introduction to the theory, practice, and implementation of the Lattice Boltzmann (LB) method, a powerful computational fluid dynamics method that is steadily gaining attention due to its simplicity, scalability, extensibility, and simple handling of complex geometries. The book contains chapters on the method's background, fundamental theory, advanced extensions, and implementation.

To aid beginners, the most essential paragraphs in each chapter are highlighted, and the introductory chapters on various LB topics are front-loaded with special 'in a nutshell' sections that condense the chapter's most important practical results. Together, these sections can be used to quickly get up and running with the method. Exercises are integrated throughout the text, and frequently asked questions about the method are dealt with in a special section at the beginning. In the book itself and through its web page, readers can find example codes showing how the LB method can be implemented efficiently on a variety of hardware platforms, including multi-core processors, clusters, and graphics processing units. Students and scientists learning and using the LB method will appreciate the wealth of clearly presented and structured information in this volume.

This book is an introduction to the theory, practice, and implementation of the Lattice Boltzmann (LB) method, a powerful computational fluid dynamics method that is steadily gaining attention due to its simplicity, scalability, extensibility, and simple handling of complex geometries. The book contains chapters on the method's background, fundamental theory, advanced extensions, and implementation.

To aid beginners, the most essential paragraphs in each chapter are highlighted, and the introductory chapters on various LB topics are front-loaded with special 'in a nutshell' sections that condense the chapter's most important practical results. Together, these sections can be used to quickly get up and running with the method. Exercises are integrated throughout the text, and frequently asked questions about the method are dealt with in a special section at the beginning. In the book itself and through its web page, readers can find example codes showing how the LB method can be implemented efficiently on a variety of hardware platforms, including multi-core processors, clusters, and graphics processing units. Students and scientists learning and using the LB method will appreciate the wealth of clearly presented and structured information in this volume.

A textbook that is strong on basics but also includes in-depth descriptions of the latest applications of LBMThorough chapter summaries, example codes, and an FAQ make this book suitable as both textbook and handbook for practitionersThe book webpage gives the full code corresponding to the examples presented in the text

Timm Krüger is a Chancellor's Fellow at the School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh, UK. He obtained his PhD in Physics from Bochum University in 2011. His research interests include suspensions, interfacial phenomena, microfluidics and biophysical applications of blood flow.Halim Kusumaatmaja is a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) at the Department of Physics, Durham University, UK. He obtained his PhD in Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics from the University of Oxford. He has a broad range of interests in Soft Matter and Biophysics, including wetting phenomena, membrane biophysics, liquid crystals and colloidal systems.Alexandr Kuzmin is a Thermal/CFD Software Engineer at Maya Heat Transfer Technologies. He holds a PhD in CFD from the University of Calgary (Mechanical Engineering Department). He has a broad experience in computational geometry, heat and mass transfer, and numerical methods applied to industrial and research problems.Orest Shardt is a postdoctoral research fellow in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Princeton University. He graduated from the University of Alberta in 2014 with a PhD in chemical engineering. His main research interests are high performance computing and interfacial and electrokinetic phenomena in multiphase flows.Goncalo Silva is a postdoctoral researcher in Mechanical Engineering at IDMEC/IST, University of Lisbon, from where he graduated in 2013 with a PhD in Mechanical Engineering. Between 2013 and 2016, he developed his postdoctoral research at IRSTEA, Antony, France. His main research interests are in the field of microfluidics and flows in porous media.Erlend Magnus Viggen is a research scientist at SINTEF. He has a Master's in Applied Physics (2009) and a PhD in Acoustics (2014), both from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. His main research interests are physical and computational acoustics.

9783319446479

/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Continuum Mechanics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Complex Systems/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Mathematical and Computational Engineering Applications/Engineering Fluid Dynamics/Engineering Mechanics/Technology and Engineering//Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//

10.1007/978-3-319-44649-3

978-981-16-2288-5

Alexandre Obertelli, Technische Universität Darmstadt, Darmstadt, Germany; Hiroyuki Sagawa, RIKEN, Wako, Japan

Concepts of Quantum Mechanics from the Nuclear Viewpoint.- Nuclear Forces.- Nuclear Structure Theory.- Nuclear Structure Phenomena and Observables.- Radioactive Ion Beam Physics.- Deformation and Rotation.- Nuclear Reactions.- Celestial Observables and Terrestrial Experiments.- Nuclear Physics and the Standard Model of Elementary Particles.

<div>This textbook is a unique and ambitious primer of nuclear physics, which introduces recent theoretical and experimental progresses starting from basics in fundamental quantum mechanics. The highlight is to offer an overview of nuclear structure phenomena relevant to recent key findings such as unstable halo nuclei, superheavy elements, neutron stars, nucleosynthesis, the standard model, lattice quantum chromodynamics (LQCD), and chiral effective theory. An additional attraction is that general properties of nuclei are comprehensively explained from both the theoretical and experimental viewpoints.</div><div> </div><div>The book begins with the conceptual and mathematical basics of quantum mechanics, and goes into the main point of nuclear physics – nuclear structure, radioactive ion beam physics, and nuclear reactions. The last chapters devote interdisciplinary topics in association with astrophysics and particle physics.</div><div> </div><div>A number of illustrations and exercises with complete solutions are given. Each chapter is comprehensively written starting from fundamentals to gradually reach modern aspects of nuclear physics with the objective to provide an effective description of the cutting edge in the field.</div>

<div>This textbook is a unique and ambitious primer of nuclear physics, which introduces recent theoretical and experimental progresses starting from basics in fundamental quantum mechanics. The highlight is to offer an overview of nuclear structure phenomena relevant to recent key findings such as unstable halo nuclei, superheavy elements, neutron stars, nucleosynthesis, the standard model, lattice quantum chromodynamics (LQCD), and chiral effective theory. An additional attraction is that general properties of nuclei are comprehensively explained from both the theoretical and experimental viewpoints.</div><div> </div><div>The book begins with the conceptual and mathematical basics of quantum mechanics, and goes into the main point of nuclear physics – nuclear structure, radioactive ion beam physics, and nuclear reactions. The last chapters devote interdisciplinary topics in association with astrophysics and particle physics.</div><div> </div><div>A number of illustrations and exercises with complete solutions are given. Each chapter is comprehensively written starting from fundamentals to gradually reach modern aspects of nuclear physics with the objective to provide an effective description of the cutting edge in the field.</div>

Teaches students the fundamentals necessary to understand modern nuclear physicsDescribes concisely interdisciplinary connections with elementary particle physics and astrophysicsCovers various cutting-edge topics in nuclear physics, such as exotic structure of unstable nuclei, effective field theory, and lattice QCD on many body problems in nuclei and technologies of modern experimental facilitiesIncludes careful mathematical derivations, illustrations, and exercises with complete solutions

Alexandre Obertelli received his Ph.D. degree from the University of Paris XI, France, in 2005. He is Alexander-von-Humboldt professor at the Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany. He carries experiments on the structure of radioactive nuclei at the Radioactive Isotope Beam Factory of RIKEN, Japan, at CERN, Switzerland, and GSI/FAIR, Germany.Hiroyuki Sagawa is a senior visiting scientist at RIKEN, Japan, and a professor emeritus at the University of Aizu, Japan. He obtained his Ph.D. degree from Tohoku University in 1975. After he worked at the Niels Bohr Institute in Denmark, Paris-Sud University in France, and the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory in USA, he was appointed as a research associate at the University of Tokyo and then moved to the University of Aizu as a full professor. His work mainly involves nuclear structure and reaction theory, and he also actively contributes to book publishing programs.

9789811622885

/Nuclear Physics/Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Nuclear Physics/Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Accelerator Physics/Applied and Technical Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Nuclear Fusion/Plasma Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astrophysics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//

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Original French edition published by Éditions Odile Jacob, Paris, 2012

Foreword.- Preface.- Introduction.- Appetiser.- Local and Nonlocal Correlations.- Nonlocality and True Randomness.- Impossibility of Quantum Cloning.- Quantum Entanglement.- Experiment.- Applications.- Quantum Teleportation.- Is Nature Really Nonlocal?.- Current Research on Nonlocality.- Conclusion.

Quantum physics, which offers an explanation of the world on the smallest scale, has fundamental implications that pose a serious challenge to ordinary logic. Particularly counterintuitive is the notion of entanglement, which has been explored for the past 30 years and posits an ubiquitous randomness capable of manifesting itself simultaneously in more than one place.
This amazing 'non-locality' is more than just an abstract curiosity or paradox: it has entirely down-to-earth applications in cryptography, serving for example to protect financial information; it also has enabled the demonstration of 'quantum teleportation', whose infinite possibilities even science-fiction writers can scarcely imagine.
This delightful and concise exposition does not avoid the deep logical difficulties of quantum physics, but gives the reader the insights needed to appreciate them . From 'Bell's Theorem' to experiments in quantum entanglement, the reader will gain a solid understanding of one of the most fascinating areas of contemporary physics.

Quantum physics, which offers an explanation of the world on the smallest scale, has fundamental implications that pose a serious challenge to ordinary logic. Particularly counterintuitive is the notion of entanglement, which has been explored for the past 30 years and posits an ubiquitous randomness capable of manifesting itself simultaneously in more than one place.
This amazing 'non-locality' is more than just an abstract curiosity or paradox: it has entirely down-to-earth applications in cryptography, serving for example to protect financial information; it also has enabled the demonstration of 'quantum teleportation', whose infinite possibilities even science-fiction writers can scarcely imagine.
This delightful and concise exposition does not avoid the deep logical difficulties of quantum physics, but gives the reader the insights needed to appreciate them. From 'Bell's Theorem' to experiments in quantum entanglement, the reader will gain a solid understanding of one of the most fascinating areas of contemporary physics.

<p>Conveys a genuine understanding of extraordinary phenomena such as teleportation and quantum entanglement</p><p>Illuminates these and other logical paradoxes of quantum physics without using mathematics</p><p>Nicolas Gisin is an internationally renowned expert in quantum physics</p><p>Foreword by Alain Aspect, whose pioneering experiments helped to confirm quantum nonlocality</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

Nicolas Gisin is Head of the Applied Physics Group at the University of Geneva and cofounder of ID Quantique. He is internationally renowned for his work in quantum communication and Editor of the series 'Quantum Science and Technology'.In 2009 he received the first John S. Bell award for the demonstrations of long distance entanglement and quantum teleportation, together with his numerous contributions to the theory of Bell inequalities.

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Translation from the German language edition: Experimentalphysik 4 by Wolfgang Demtröder, © Springer-Verlag GmbH Deutschland 2017. Published by Springer Spektrum. All Rights Reserved.

Introduction.- Composition and Structure of Atomic Nuclei.- Unstable Nuclei; Radioactivity.- Experimental Techniques and Equipment of Nuclear and Particle Physics.- Strong Nuclear Forces and Nuclear Models.- Nuclear Reactions.- Physics of Elementary Particles.- Applications of Nuclear- and High Energy- Physics.- Solutions to the Problems.

This introduction to nuclear physics and particle physics provides an accessible and clear treatment of the fundamentals. Starting with the structure of nuclei and explaining instability of nuclei, this textbook enables the reader to understand all basics in nuclear physics. The text is written from the experimental physics point of view, giving numerous real-life examples and applications of nuclear forces in modern technology. This highly motivating presentation deepens the reader's knowledge in a very accessible way. The second part of the text gives a concise introduction to elementary particle physics, again together with applications and instrumentation. Nuclear fusion, fission, radionuclides in medicine and particle accelerators are amongst the many examples explained in detail. Numerous problems with solutions are perfect for self-study.

This introduction to nuclear physics and particle physics provides an accessible and clear treatment of the fundamentals. Starting with the structure of nuclei and explaining instability of nuclei, this textbook enables the reader to understand all basics in nuclear physics. The text is written from the experimental physics point of view, giving numerous real-life examples and applications of nuclear forces in modern technology. This highly motivating presentation deepens the reader's knowledge in a very accessible way. The second part of the text gives a concise introduction to elementary particle physics, again together with applications and instrumentation. Nuclear fusion, fission, radionuclides in medicine and particle accelerators are amongst the many examples explained in detail. Numerous problems with solutions are perfect for self-study.

Provides concise and accessible coverage of nuclear physics and elementary particle physicsFocusses on real-life applications and the transfer of theoretical knowledge to practical developmentsContains numerous problems with detailed solutionsEnglish-language edition of a very successful German undergraduate text

Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Demtröder worked as research associate in the US and at University of Freiburg. He is professor emeritus at University of Kaiserslautern, Germany. His research focuses on laser spectroscopy and molecular physics. His textbooks on laser spectroscopy and on experimental physics are considered classics in the respective fields.

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Alexander Belyaev, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK; Douglas Ross, University of Southampton, Southampton, UK

Chapter 1. Rutherford Scattering.- Chapter 2. Nuclear Size and Shape.- Chapter 3. Nuclear Masses and the Semi-Empirical Mass Formula.- Chapter 4. The Nuclear Shell Model.- Chapter 5. Radioactivity.- Chapter 6. Alpha Decay.- Chapter 7. Beta Decay.- Chapter 8. Gamma Decay.- Chapter 9. Nuclear Fission.- Chapter 10. Nuclear Fusion.- Chapter 11. Charge Independence and Isospin.- Chapter 12. The forces of Nature and Particle Classification.- Chapter 13. Particle Accelerators.- Chapter 14. Particle Detectors.- Chapter 15. Constituent Quarks.- Chapter 16. Particle Interactions and Cross Sections.- Chapter 17. Weak Interactions.- Chapter 18. The Higgs Mechanism and the Higgs boson.- Chapter 19. Electromagnetic Interactions.- Chapter 20. Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD).- Chapter 21. Parity, Charge Conjugation, and CP.- Chapter 22. Beyond the Standard Model (BSM).

This undergraduate textbook breaks down the basics of Nuclear Structure and modern Particle Physics. Based on a comprehensive set of course notes, it covers all the introductory material and latest research developments required by third- and fourth-year physics students.The textbook is divided into two parts. Part I deals with Nuclear Structure, while Part II delves into Particle Physics. Each section contains the most recent science in the field, including experimental data and research on the properties of the top quark and Higgs boson. Detailed mathematical derivations are provided where necessary to helps students grasp the physics at a deeper level. Many of these have been conveniently placed in the Appendices and can be omitted if desired.Each chapter ends with a brief summary and includes a number of practice problems, the answers to which are also provided.

This undergraduate textbook breaks down the basics of Nuclear Structure and modern Particle Physics. Based on a comprehensive set of course notes, it covers all the introductory material and latest research developments required by third- and fourth-year physics students.

The textbook is divided into two parts. Part I deals with Nuclear Structure, while Part II delves into Particle Physics. Each section contains the most recent science in the field, including experimental data and research on the properties of the top quark and Higgs boson. Detailed mathematical derivations are provided where necessary to helps students grasp the physics at a deeper level. Many of these have been conveniently placed in the Appendices and can be omitted if desired.

Each chapter ends with a brief summary and includes a number of practice problems, the answers to which are also provided.

Provides summaries, problem sets and solutions, a glossary, and other helpful resourcesBased on a comprehensive set of course notes for third- and fourth-year physics undergraduatesIncludes the latest experimental research on the top quark and Higgs boson

Professor Belyaev obtained his PhD at Moscow State University in 1996, followed by postdoctoral research at Sao Paulo, CERN, Florida State and Michigan State Universities. He joined the University of Southampton as a lecturer in 2007 and became a full professor in 2014. He works on the phenomenology of beyond the Standard Model theories, including their collider and cosmological implications. His recent studies are devoted to theories of Dark Matter. He has worked in close contact with experimental groups, in particular, from 2007 he is a full member of the CMS collaboration at CERN. He is one of the developers of the CalcHEP, the package for the automatic evaluation and simulation of particles decay and scattering processes. In 2011, he pioneered the High Energy Physics Model Database, HEPMDB, project.

Professor Ross obtained his PhD under the supervision of J.C.Taylor. He had post-doctoral fellowships at Imperial College, Utrecht, CERN and Caltech, before arriving atSouthampton University. He has worked on the application of perturbative gauge theories to both strong (QCD) and electroweak interactions. Much of his latter work was devoted to the study of the pomeron in QCD. He is a coauthor of a textbook on this subject. He became a full professor at Southampton University in 1994 and was elected to the Fellowship of the Royal Society in 2005.

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978-3-030-91723-4

What is Medical Physics? And Other Related Questions.- The Elevator that Couldn’t and the Laundry Cart that Could.- The Decades of Change.- Looking Back at 50 Years in Medical Physics — the Ugly, the Bad and the Good.- A Day in the Life of a Medical Physicist.- YOU Can Change the Medicine.- “How good are you?”.

Since the discovery of the x-ray over 125 years ago, scientists and medical professionals alike have harnessed the power of the atom to heal and protect. This book brings together an all-star cast of high-profile and award-winning scholars, introducing the general readership to an often unnoticed yet societally vital profession – medical physics. This collection of personal short stories offers an informal, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of these esteemed professionals, encapsulating their transformative “aha” moments within a whimsical hodgepodge of instructive and inspiring anecdotes. They even pass on words of wisdom discovered from their diverse experiences throughout the academic, clinical, and commercial worlds. The wealth of information packed into these vignettes runs the gamut from practical career advice to lighthearted tales of humorous misadventure, providing a tremendous overview of the breadth and depth of medical physics as a career and discipline while imparting sage advice that extends well beyond the field. In his Foreword to this book Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, provides his strong endorsement of the life-saving work carried out by medical physicists and the profession as a whole.<div>
</div><div>From the general public to the budding student in search of career guidance, as well as young and seasoned practicing professionals, these thought-provoking, witty, and simply entertaining “untold stories” encourage the reader to reflect on and ponder the many enduring lessons born from unexpected life-turning events.</div>

Since the discovery of the x-ray over 125 years ago, scientists and medical professionals alike have harnessed the power of the atom to heal and protect. This book brings together an all-star cast of high-profile and award-winning scholars, introducing the general readership to an often unnoticed yet societally vital profession – medical physics. This collection of personal short stories offers an informal, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the lives of these esteemed professionals, encapsulating their transformative “aha” moments within a whimsical hodgepodge of instructive and inspiring anecdotes. They even pass on words of wisdom discovered from their diverse experiences throughout the academic, clinical, and commercial worlds. The wealth of information packed into these vignettes runs the gamut from practical career advice to lighthearted tales of humorous misadventure, providing a tremendous overview of the breadth and depth of medical physics as a career and discipline while imparting sage advice that extends well beyond the field. In his Foreword to this book Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, provides his strong endorsement of the life-saving work carried out by medical physicists and the profession as a whole.<div>
</div><div>From the general public to the budding student in search of career guidance, as well as young and seasoned practicing professionals, these thought-provoking, witty, and simply entertaining “untold stories” encourage the reader to reflect on and ponder the many enduring lessons born from unexpected life-turning events.
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Aims to communicate what medical physics is and what medical physicists do to a broad audienceBrings together an all-star cast of high-profile and award-winning scholarsAppeals to the inquisitive science student who is searching for direction and career decisions

Jacob Van Dyk is Professor Emeritus of Oncology and Medical Biophysics at the Western University, London, Ontario, Canada, and Former Head of Physics and Engineering at the London Regional Cancer Program (LRCP) of the London Health Sciences Centre. He has over 40 years of experience in the practical facets of radiation oncology physics with 24 years at the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) in Toronto, Ontario, Canada (1971–1995); 15 years at the London Regional Cancer Program (LRCP), London, Ontario, Canada (1995–2010); and nearly two years at the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), Vienna, Austria (2009-2011). During his tenure at PMH, he took a one-year leave of absence (1974–1975) to work at the Centre de Radiothérapy, Hôpital Cantonal de Génève, in Geneva, Switzerland.<div>
</div><div>During his recent years at the LRCP, he was associated with research grants averaging about $1 Million per year involving various aspects of the implementation of modern technology into clinical practice. Since retirement, he has worked on projects related to radiation therapy resource analysis in different income environments around the world as well as providing medical physics guidance in low-to-middle income countries.
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</div><div>He has won various teaching awards. He was elected Fellow of the American Association of Physicists in Medicine in July 1997 for his “contributions to the field of medical physics”. In 2004, he was elected Fellow of The Institute of Physics (London, U.K.) “in recognition of his status in the physics community”. In 2011, he was awarded the Gold Medal by the Canadian Organization of Medical Physicists (COMP). This is the highest honour which COMP bestows on a member of COMP to recognize an outstanding career as Medical Physicist who has worked mainly in Canada. In July 2012, he was presented with COMP’s inaugural Fellow of COMP (FCOMP) award in recognition of “his significant contribution to the organization and to the field ofmedical physics in Canada”. In 2013, in view of the 50th anniversary of the International Organization for Medical Physics (IOMP), he was selected as one out of 50 medical physicists 'who have made an outstanding contribution to the advancement of medical physics over the last 50 years.' In May 2014, he was granted an honorary Doctor of Science (honoris causa) degree at Western University’s MD Convocation. In November 2019, the IOMP awarded him the International Day of Medical Physics (IDMP) award for “promoting medical physics to a larger audience and highlighting the contributions medical physicists make for patient care.” The IOMP is an organization representing nearly 30,000 medical physicists worldwide.
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</div><div>He has served as President of the Canadian College of Physicists in Medicine (CCPM) as well as one of its examiners for multiple years. He participates on the boards and task groups of various professional, national, and international organizations. He also participates as Consultant and Lecturer for the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Consultant for the World Health Organization (WHO), especially as related to technology, quality assurance, and safety considerations in radiation therapy. While he served as Full-Time Consultant at the IAEA in Vienna, Austria, from 2009 to 2011, he continues to work with the IAEA as Consultant, especially regarding projects relating to low-income environments. He has been Invited Lecturer to conferences and courses in over 41 countries.
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</div><div>In addition to about 200 publications, he has published 4 books (~2600 pages) in 1999 (Volume 1), 2005 (Volume 2), 2013 (Volume 3), and 2020 (Volume 4) entitled The Modern Technology of Radiation Oncology: A Compendium for Medical Physicists and Radiation Oncologists. He c

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<div>Chapter 1. Pushing the envelope.- Chapter 2. Gordo and Pete.- Chapter 3. Apollo, MOL and the Soviets.- Chapter 4. Preparations.- Chapter 5. “We’re on our way”.- Chapter 6. Gemini 5’s Two Little Rascals.- Chapter 7. “When are we gonna get the fuel cell back?”.- Chapter 8. Chasing a phantom.- Chapter 9. “Right in that same nice big black void”.- Chapter 10. “Still clanking along in the old, covered wagon”.- Chapter 11. Another Bright Day.- Chapter 12. One hundred down, twenty-two to go.- Chapter 13. A 300-coffee-cup-per-shift mission.- Chapter 14. “Everything is just peachy keen”.- Chapter 15. Somersaults on the flight deck.- Chapter 16. Post-flight, presidents, and parades.- Chapter 17. Afterwards.</div><div>
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<div>This third book of the Gemini mission series focuses on the flight that simulated in Earth orbit the duration of an eight-day Apollo mission to the Moon. After the proof-of-concept test flights Gemini 1, 2 and 3 (as described in GEMINI FLIES!) and the success of the first American EVA as well as the four-day U.S. mission (GEMINI 4), NASA gained the confidence to gradually increase mission time spent in orbit. This is the first known book to focus solely on the Gemini 5 mission and its challenges with equipment failures and difficult living conditions. The mission was targeted to double the endurance of the previous one, and as such was an integral stepping stone for an even more audacious mission four months later. Attempting the eight- and then fourteen-day durations would be an opportunity for America to gain the lead in space exploration over the Soviets. This mission pioneered the duration of a flight to the Moon and back three years before Apollo 8 made that journey, without a lunar landing, for the first time.
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This third book of the Gemini mission series focuses on the flight that simulated in Earth orbit the duration of an eight-day Apollo mission to the Moon. After the proof-of-concept test flights Gemini 1, 2 and 3 (as described in GEMINI FLIES!) and the success of the first American EVA as well as the four-day U.S. mission (GEMINI 4), NASA gained the confidence to gradually increase mission time spent in orbit.

This is the first known book to focus solely on the Gemini 5 mission and its challenges with equipment failures and difficult living conditions. The mission was targeted to double the endurance of the previous one, and as such was an integral stepping stone for an even more audacious mission four months later.

Attempting the eight- and then fourteen-day durations would be an opportunity for America to gain the lead in space exploration over the Soviets. This mission pioneered the duration of a flight to the Moon and back three years before Apollo 8 made that journey, without a lunar landing, for the first time.

<p>Addresses the challenges faced in orbital rendezvous</p><p>Reveals the experience gained from living in a cramped spacecraft for 8 days</p><p>Shows the value of crew observations of Earth from orbit</p>

Dave Shayler's interest in the U.S. Gemini program began during the late 1960s while reading about the later missions of Apollo astronauts as they prepared for the first lunar landings. The skills learned, which secured their seats on Apollo, were achieved during ten Gemini missions flown between March 1965 and November 1966. From that early research he learnt that Gemini was an important stepping stone to Apollo and though short, it was a critical program not only on the way to the Moon but also in planning future programs. Even today, nearly 50 years after the final Gemini spacecraft flew, the program holds a special place in the hearts of those who worked on the project.

Over the years this research continued and resulted in visits to the NASA JSC facilities and archives in Houston and the NARA records offices in Fort Worth, Texas, where many of the official Gemini documents had been retired. Dave had the good fortune to meet and interview astronauts and engineers who worked on the program and access retired documentation from that exciting era.

In 1976, as his interest in human spaceflight developed, Dave joined the British Interplanetary Society; in 1984 Dave was elected a Fellow and between 2013 and 2019 served as a member of the BIS Council. In 2020 he became the third Editor of Space Chronicle the BIS space history magazine. Dave has also has served as Chair for the BIS Library Committee and as Coordinator and Co-Chair of the annual Sino/Russian Technical Forum.

In order to focus research and writing activities he formed his own company, Astro Info Service, in October 1982. Together with his writing activities this has allowed Dave to travel to the United States and Russia to tour leading spaceflight facilities, interview astronauts, cosmonauts, managers and engineers and research official documentation on various aspects of human space history, hardware and operations, including the Gemini program.

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978-3-662-12871-8

Units.- I. The Hydrogen Atom without External Fields.- II. The Helium Atom without External Fields.- III. Atoms in External Fields.- IV. Interaction with Radiation.- Appendix on spherical harmonics.- Addenda and errata.- Author index.- Index of Tables.

Nearly all of this book is taken from an article prepared for a volume of the Encyclopedia of Physics. This article, in turn, is partly based on Dr. Norbert Rosenzweig's translation of an older article on the same subject, written by one of us (H.A.B.) about 25 years ago for the Geiger-Scheel Handbuch der Physik. To the article written last year we have added some Addenda and Errata. These Addenda and Errata refer back to some of the 79 sections of the main text and contain some misprint corrections, additional references and some notes. The aim of this book is two-fold. First, to act as a reference work on calcu­ lations pertaining to hydrogen-like and helium-like atoms and their comparison with experiments. However, these calculations involve a vast array of approxi­mation methods, mathematical tricks and physical pictures, which are also useful in the application of quantum mechanics to other fields. In many sections we have given more general discussions of the methods and physical ideas than is necessary for the study of the H- and He-atom alone. We hope that this book will thus at least partly fulfill its second aim, namely to be of some use to graduate students who wish to learn 'applied quantum mechanics'. A basic knowledge of the principles of quantum mechanics, such as given in the early chapters of Schiff's or Bohm's book, is presupposed.

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A Conceptual Journey Into Spacetime, Black Holes and Gravitational Waves

Introduction.- What is (the) matter?.- On the velocity of massless waves.- On the velocity of massive waves.- The relative, the absolute, and the paradoxical.- The Minkowski metric.- The equivalence principle.- The curvature of spacetime.- How waves change shapes and volumes.- The effects of curvature.- A journey to the centre of a black hole.- Black hole phenomena.- Gravitational waves.- All that matters in the dark universe.- An alternative theory and conclusion.- References and sources.

This book bridges the huge gap between popular science and mathematical treatments of Einstein's theories. It explains special and general relativity, gravity, black holes, and gravitational waves, also presenting current ideas about dark matter and dark energy. The explanations are entirely non-mathematical, using many color pictures and clear concepts. In this way, the reader is led to a much deeper understanding than any popular science book can provide.

The author has written this book for everyone who wants to go beyond superficial descriptions of relativity's remarkable phenomena, but is not equipped to read the professional literature and complicated math behind the theory. By providing a complete description in terms of concepts and pictures, the book answers many questions about why the theory works as it does. For example, it explains why and how momentum and pressure are related to gravity; why and how mass causes spacetime to curve and how curvature tells objects how to move; it also reveals the origin of the ring seen around the first ever image of a black hole. Not least, the reader will learn in detail how gravitational waves are produced and measured.

Since their conception, the theories of relativity have appealed to the public's imagination. Thanks to this book, readers now have the opportunity to convert their fascination with the topic to a deep understanding.

This book bridges the huge gap between popular science and mathematical treatments of Einstein's theories. It explains special and general relativity, gravity, black holes, and gravitational waves, also presenting current ideas about dark matter and dark energy. The explanations are entirely non-mathematical, using many color pictures and clear concepts. In this way, the reader is led to a much deeper understanding than any popular science book can provide.

The author has written this book for everyone who wants to go beyond superficial descriptions of relativity's remarkable phenomena, but is not equipped to read the professional literature and complicated math behind the theory. By providing a complete description in terms of concepts and pictures, the book answers many questions about why the theory works as it does. For example, it explains why and how momentum and pressure are related to gravity; why and how mass causes spacetime to curve and how curvature tells objects how to move; it also reveals the origin of the ring seen around the first ever image of a black hole. Not least, the reader will learn in detail how gravitational waves are produced and measured.

Since their conception, the theories of relativity have appealed to the public's imagination. Thanks to this book, readers now have the opportunity to convert their fascination with the topic to a deep understanding.

Uses no maths, yet provides a deep understanding of relativity, gravity, black holes, and gravitational wavesIncludes more than 150 color illustrations to support the explanationsIncludes latest scientific ideas, e.g. about dark matter and dark energy

Wouter J.M. Schmitz, born 1970, studied physics in Amsterdam. He worked at CERN for an assignment at the Spin Muon Collaboration (SMC) and later as a summer student at a LEP experiment. He graduated at Nikhef Amsterdam in 1994. He has subsequently worked in IT and also holds an MBA degree. Today, Wouter works as a leading digital architect, retaining nonetheless a deep and informed interest in conceptual problems in physics.

His lifelong quest for a profound conceptual understanding of the foundations of physics has led him to develop and collect a substantial set of insights. In recent years Wouter managed to combine these insights into a consistent end-to-end story of how quantum field theory works conceptually. This, in turn, led to the publication of his highly praised book 'Particles, Fields and Forces' (Springer, 2019). Until then, anyone seeking a deeper insight than popular science has to offer, was obliged to confront the mathematical treatment of the subject. But for those without mathematical training, this step is too challenging. Wouter's mission is to provide every interested person with a deeper insight into the workings of the universe without having to go through the math. His presentations thus bridge the huge gap between popular science and the mathematical treatment of fundamental theory. The present book on relativity follows the same concept.

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This book is for amateur astronomers who would like to know the mythology behind the names of astronomical objects in the night sky. It covers the lore and legend behind Ptolemy’s 48 constellations, along with significant asterisms, the planets and their moons, the brightest named asteroids and dwarf planets.The revised second edition includes a host of new moons and dwarf planets discovered since 2011. In addition, it now features a new section on major asteroids and their associated myths. While still primarily focused on Greco-Roman mythology, the book now branches out to cover more recently named objects from other cultures, such as Hawaiian, Rapanui, Tongva and Inuit. To assist practical observers, the book gives the location and description of each constellation, including named stars and deep-sky objects. A host of helpful astronomy tips and techniques, as well as a brief introduction to astrophotography, is included to encourage direct observation and imaging of these mythical objects in the night sky.

This book is for amateur astronomers who would like to know the mythology behind the names of astronomical objects in the night sky. It covers the lore and legend behind Ptolemy’s 48 constellations, along with significant asterisms, the planets and their moons, the brightest named asteroids and dwarf planets.The revised second edition includes a host of new moons and dwarf planets discovered since 2011. In addition, it now features a new section on major asteroids and their associated myths. While still primarily focused on Greco-Roman mythology, the book now branches out to cover more recently named objects from other cultures, such as Hawaiian, Rapanui, Tongva and Inuit. To assist practical observers, the book gives the location and description of each constellation, including named stars and deep-sky objects. A host of helpful astronomy tips and techniques, as well as a brief introduction to astrophotography, are included to encourage direct observation and imaging of these mythical objects in the night sky.

Balances “backyard astronomer” observation with mythologyOrganized by season for convenient practical observationsServes as a great resource for astronomy lectures and star parties

David Falkner first became interested in Astronomy as a pre-teen when his father took him to a show at the Holcolm Planetarium in Indianapolis, IN. He became hooked and has loved astronomy ever since. When he was a teenager he inherited a home-made Newtonian telescope that needed the primary mirror. He ground a 6” mirror and completed his first telescope, which gave him years of pleasure observing the heavens. In 1973 David joined the US Navy and became an officer in 1980. In 1986 as a Naval Officer stationed in Monterey, California he was involved with the Friends of MIRA (Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy) where he conducted outreach to local schools associated with the return of Halley’s Comet. David retired from the US Navy in 1993 and settled in Minnesota where he continues his love of astronomy. He has taught introductory Astronomy at a local community college and does extensive astronomy outreach both a NASA Solar System Ambassador and as President of the Minnesota Astronomical Society.

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10.1007/978-3-030-47694-6

978-0-387-94299-5

Walter Greiner, Universität Frankfurt FB 13 Physik, Frankfurt, Germany; Ludwig Neise, Universität Frankfurt LS Entwicklung betrieblicher, Frankfurt, Germany; Horst Stöcker

I Thermodynamics.- 1. Equilibrium and State Quantifies.- 2. The Laws of Thermodynamics.- 3. Phase Transitions and Chemical Reactions.- 4. Thermodynamic Potentials.- II Statistical Mechanics.- 5. Number of Microstates ? and Entropy S.- 6. Ensemble Theory and Microcanonical Ensemble.- 7. The Canonical Ensemble.- 8. Applications of Boltzmann Statistics.- 9. The Macrocanonical Ensemble.- III Quantum Statistics.- 10. Density Operators.- 11. The Symmetry Character of Many-Particle Wavefunctions.- 12. Grand Canonical Description of Ideal Quantum Systems.- 13. The Ideal Bose Gas.- 14. Ideal Fermi Gas.- 15. Applications of Relativistic Bose and Fermi Gases.- IV Real Gases and Phase Transitions.- 16. Real Gases.- 17. Classification of Phase Transitions.- 18. The Models of Ising and Heisenberg.

More than a generation of German-speaking students around the world have worked their way to an understanding and appreciation of the power and beauty of modem theoretical physics-with mathematics, the most fundamental of sciences-using WaIter Greiner's textbooks as their guide. The idea of developing a coherent, complete presentation of an entire field of science in a series of closely related textbooks is not a new one. Many older physicians remember with real pleasure their sense of adventure and discovery as they worked their ways through the classic series by Sommerfeld, by Planck and by Landau and Lifshitz. From the students' viewpoint, there are a great many obvious advantages to be gained through use of consistent notation, logical ordering of topics and coherence of presentation; beyond this, the complete coverage of the science provides a unique opportunity for the author to convey his personal enthusiasm and love for his subject. These volumes on classical physics, finally available in English, complement Greiner's texts on quantum physics, most of which have been available to English-speaking audiences for some time. The complete set of books will thus provide a coherent view of physics that includes, in classical physics, thermodynamics and statistical mechanics, classical dynam­ ics, electromagnetism, and general relativity; and in quantum physics, quantum mechanics, symmetries, relativistic quantum mechanics, quantum electro- and chromodynamics, and the gauge theory of weak interactions.

Based on the highly successful courses given at the Johann Wolfgang Goethe University in Frankfurt, GermanyA complete survey of an area of theoretical physicsNumerous worked examples and problemsClearly shows how to apply abstract principles to realistic problems

9780387942995

/Thermodynamics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry/

/Thermodynamics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry//Complex Systems/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences////

10.1007/978-1-4612-0827-3

,978-1-4614-0556-6,978-1-4939-0214-9,978-1-4614-0558-0,978-1-4614-0557-3

Chapter1: Introductory Remarks.- Chapter2: The Vibrating String.- Chapter3: The Nature of Sound; The Vibrating Air Column.- Chapter4: Energy.- Chapter5: Electricity & Magnetism.- Chapter6: The Atom as a Source of Light.- Chapter7: The Principle of Superposition.- Chapter 8: Complex Waves.- Chapter9: Propagation Phenomena.- Chapter10: The Ear.- Chapter11: Psychoacoustics.- Chapter12: Tuning, Intonation, and Temperament - Choosing Frequencies for Musical Notes.- Chapter13: The Eye.- Chapter14: Characterizing Light Sources, Color Filters, and Pigments.-Chapter15: Theory of Color Vision.- Appendices.

This undergraduate textbook aids readers in studying music and color, which involve nearly the entire gamut of the fundamental laws of classical as well as atomic physics. The objective bases for these two subjects are, respectively, sound and light. Their corresponding underlying physical principles overlap greatly: Both music and color are manifestations of wave phenomena. As a result, commonalities exist as to the production, transmission, and detection of sound and light. Whereas traditional introductory physics textbooks are styled so that the basic principles are introduced first and are then applied, this book is based on a motivational approach: It introduces a subject with a set of related phenomena, challenging readers by calling for a physical basis for what is observed.A novel topic in the first edition and this second edition is a non-mathematical study of electric and magnetic fields and how they provide the basis for the propagation of electromagnetic waves, of light in particular. The book provides details for the calculation of color coordinates and luminosity from the spectral intensity of a beam of light as well as the relationship between these coordinates and the color coordinates of a color monitor.The second edition contains corrections to the first edition, the addition of more than ten new topics, new color figures, as well as more than forty new sample problems and end-of-chapter problems. The most notable additional topics are: the identification of two distinct spectral intensities and how they are related, beats in the sound from a Tibetan bell, AM and FM radio, the spectrogram, the short-time Fourier transform and its relation to the perception of a changing pitch, a detailed analysis of the transmittance of polarized light by a Polaroid sheet, brightness and luminosity, and the mysterious behavior of the photon.The Physics of Music and Color is written at a level suitable for college students without any scientific background, requiring only simple algebra and a passing familiarity with trigonometry. The numerous problems at the end of each chapter help the reader to fully grasp the subject.<div>
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This undergraduate textbook aids readers in studying music and color, which involve nearly the entire gamut of the fundamental laws of classical as well as atomic physics. The objective bases for these two subjects are, respectively, sound and light. Their corresponding underlying physical principles overlap greatly: Both music and color are manifestations of wave phenomena. As a result, commonalities exist as to the production, transmission, and detection of sound and light. Whereas traditional introductory physics textbooks are styled so that the basic principles are introduced first and are then applied, this book is based on a motivational approach: It introduces a subject with a set of related phenomena, challenging readers by calling for a physical basis for what is observed.

A novel topic in the first edition and this second edition is a non-mathematical study of electric and magnetic fields and how they provide the basis for the propagation of electromagnetic waves, of light in particular. The book provides details for the calculation of color coordinates and luminosity from the spectral intensity of a beam of light as well as the relationship between these coordinates and the color coordinates of a color monitor.

The second edition contains corrections to the first edition, the addition of more than ten new topics, new color figures, as well as more than forty new sample problems and end-of-chapter problems. The most notable additional topics are: the identification of two distinct spectral intensities and how they are related, beats in the sound from a Tibetan bell, AM and FM radio, the spectrogram, the short-time Fourier transform and its relation to the perception of a changing pitch, a detailed analysis of the transmittance of polarized light by a Polaroid sheet, brightness and luminosity, and the mysterious behavior of the photon.The Physics of Music and Color is written at a level suitable for college students without any scientific background, requiring only simple algebra and a passing familiarity with trigonometry. The numerous problems at the end of each chapter help the reader to fully grasp the subject.

<p>Deals with related subjects of sound and light in one volume</p><p>Requires no scientific background and little mathematical background</p><p>Motivational approach to physics learning</p><p>Teaches students how to respond to physical phenomena by searching for a deeper appreciation of what is observable</p><p>New edition contains new topics in sections, subsections, and in end-of-chapter problem sets</p>

Leon Gunther has been on the Physics Department faculty at Tufts University since 1965. He got his PhD in Physics from MIT in 1964 and has published over 100 articles, the vast majority being in the field of Condensed Matter Theory. Most notable were his papers on low-dimensional systems, which were the forerunner of Nanoscopic Physics. His seminal papers on the quantum behavior of nanoscopic magnets at low temperatures reflect current research in the development of computer hard drives having a higher capacity. Having begun studies of the violin at the age of seven, he has played in numerous Community Symphony Orchestras, most notably the Newton Symphony, is currently a member of the Wellesley Symphony Orchestra. In 1994, he founded the community chorus of Temple Emunah in Lexington, MA, known as the Mak'haylah. Programs include music of a wide range of genres - folk, liturgical, and classical. His compositions and arrangements include Hebrew renditions of three movements of the Brahms Requiem.

9783030192181

/Acoustics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Acoustics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Classical Electrodynamics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Engineering Acoustics/Biological and Physical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Biophysics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences///

Launch vehicles.- The missiles.- The Shuttle.- Back to expendables.- Heavyweights.- Lightweights.- Boom and bust.- The Chinese experience.- The current crop.- Satellites and space probes.- Failure and redundancy.- Propulsion system failures.- Attitude control system failures.- Electrical failures.- Environmental failures.- Structural failures.- Failures on the ground.- Operator and software errors.- Conclusions.

In the 1960s and 1970s deep space missions were dispatched in pairs in case one was lost in launch or failed during its journey. Following the triumphs of the Viking landings on Mars in 1976 and both Voyagers spacecraft successfully surveying the outer giant planets of the Solar System, it was decided by NASA to cut costs and send out just a single probe. Although Magellan successfully mapped Venus by radar, it suffered from problems during the flight. Then came the loss of Mars Observer, whose engine exploded as it was preparing to enter Mars’ orbit because it was using technology designed for Earth’s satellites and the engine was not suited to spending several months in space. Later came the high-profile losses of Mars Climate Observer and Mars Polar Lander - a consequence of the faster, better, cheaper philosophy introduced by Dan Goldin in 1993. Even the highly successful Galileo mission suffered a major setback when its high-gain antenna (also based on satellite mission suffered a major setback when its high-gain antenna (also based on satellite communication technology) failed to deploy fully, greatly diminishing the craft’s radio transmission capabilities, forcing the ground crew to re-programme the on-board computer to enable it to fulfil its mission and provide stunning images of Jupiter and its moons. In Space Systems Failures, David Harland (here working with co-author Ralph Lorenz) describes the many quite fascinating tales of woe involving failures of rockets, satellites and deep space missions in his inimitable style, providing a unique insight into the trials and tribulations of exploration at the high frontier.

The very first book on space systems failures written from an engineering perspectiveFocuses on the causes of the failures and discusses how the engineering knowledge base has been enhanced by the lessons learnedDiscusses non-fatal anomalies which do not affect the ultimate success of a mission, but which are failures neverthelessDescribes engineering aspects of the spacecraft, making this a valuable complementary reference work to conventional engineering textsProvides extensive references to the literature for further reading

9780387215198

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Vehicle Engineering/Automotive Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering////

10.1007/978-0-387-27961-9

A Comprehensive Introduction to Fundamental Principles with Practical Applications

Linear pulse propagation in dispersive media.- linear pulse propagation.- dispersion compensation.- nonlinear pulse propagation.- relaxation oscillations in lasers.- Q-switching.- active modelocking.- passive modelocking: generation of ultrashort laser pulses.- pulse duration measurements.- noise characterization of pulsed laser signals.- applications of short-pulse lasers.- appendices.- index.

This textbook presents a comprehensive introduction to ultrafast laser physics with a keen awareness of the needs of graduate students. It is self-contained and ready to use for both ultrafast laser courses and background for experimental investigation in the lab. The book starts with an advanced introduction to linear and nonlinear pulse propagation, details Q-switching and modelocking and goes into detail while explaining ultrashort pulse generation and measurement. Finally, the characterization of the laser signals is illustrated, and a broad range of applications presented. A multitude of worked examples and problems with solutions help to deepen the reader's understanding.

Comprehensive and insightful textbook from the leading expert in ultrafast opticsCovers fundamental theory and experimental design with a focus on applications and lab useProvides numerous worked examples and problems with solutions

<div><div>Ursula Keller, a tenured professor of physics at ETH Zurich since 1993, leads the Ultrafast Laser Physics group, and currently also serves as a director of the Swiss multi-institute NCCR MUST excellence program in ultrafast science since 2010. Born 1959 in Zug, Switzerland, she received the Physics 'Diplom' from ETH Zurich in 1984 and the Ph.D. in Applied Physics from Stanford University, USA in 1989. She was a Member of Technical Staff (MTS) at AT&T Bell Laboratories in New Jersey from 1989 to 1993. She was a “Visiting Miller Professor” at UC Berkeley in 2006 and a visiting professor at the Lund Institute of Technologies in 2001. She has been a co-founder and board member for Time-Bandwidth Products since 1995 and for GigaTera from 2000 to 2003, a venture capital funded telecom company during the “bubble phase” which was acquired by Time-Bandwidth in 2003. Time-Bandwidth Products was acquired by JDSU in 2014.</div><div> </div><div>Her research interests are exploring and pushing the frontiers in ultrafast science and technology. She invented the semiconductor saturable absorber mirror (SESAM) which enabled passive modelocking of diode-pumped solid-state lasers and established ultrafast solid-state lasers for science and industrial applications. She pushed the frontier of few-cycle pulse generation and full electric field control at petahertz frequencies. Pioneered frequency comb stabilization from modelocked lasers, which was also noted by the Nobel committee for Physics in 2005. In time-resolved attosecond metrology she invented the attoclock which measured the electron tunneling delay time and observed the dynamical Franz-Keldysh effect in condensed matter for the first time.</div><div> </div><div>Awards include the SPIE Gold Medal (2020) – SPIE’s highest honor, OSA Frederic Ives Medal/Jarus W. Quinn Prize (2020) – OSA’s highest award for overall distinction in optics, IEEE Edison Medal (2019), European Inventor Award for lifetime achievement(2018), IEEE Photonics Award (2018), ERC advanced grants (2012 and 2018), OSA Charles H. Townes Award (2015), LIA Arthur L. Schawlow Award (2013), EPS Senior Prize (2011), OSA Fraunhofer/Burley Prize (2008), Leibinger Innovation Prize (2004), and Zeiss Research Award (1998). OSA, SPIE, IEEE, EPS and IAPLE Fellow, member of the U.S. National Academy of Sciences, Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences, German Academy Leopoldina and Swiss Academy of Technical Sciences. She supervised and graduated 87 Ph.D. students, publish^480 journal publications. </div></div><div>
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9783030825317

/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Laser/Optics and Photonics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Microwaves, RF Engineering and Optical Communications/Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering////

978-3-030-44786-1

,978-3-319-49976-5,978-3-319-49977-2,978-3-319-49978-9,978-3-319-84289-9

Chapter1: Comfort for the Computationally Crippled.- Part I – Vibrations.- Chapter2: The Simple Harmonic Oscillator.- Chapter3: String Theory.- Chapter4: Elasticity of Solids.- Chapter5: Modes of Bars.- Chapter6: Membranes, Plates and Microphones.- Part 2 – Waves in Fluids.- Chapter7: Ideal Gas Laws.- Chapter8: Nondissipative Lumped Elements.- Chapter8: Nondissipative Lumped Elements.- Chapter9: Dissipative Hydrodynamics.- Chapter10: One-Dimensional Propagation.- Chapter11: Reflection, Transmission, and Refraction.- Chapter12: Radiation and Scattering.- Chapter13: Three-Dimensional Enclosures.- Chapter14: Attenuation of Sound.- Part3: Extensions.- Chapter15: Nonlinear Acoustics.

<div>This open access textbook, like Rayleigh’s classic Theory of Sound, focuses on experiments and on approximation techniques rather than mathematical rigor. The second edition has benefited from comments and corrections provided by many acousticians, in particular those who have used the first edition in undergraduate and graduate courses. For example, phasor notation has been added to clearly distinguish complex variables, and there is a new section on radiation from an unbaffled piston. Drawing on over 40 years of teaching experience at UCLA, the Naval Postgraduate School, and Penn State, the author presents a uniform methodology, based on hydrodynamic fundamentals for analysis of lumped-element systems and wave propagation that can accommodate dissipative mechanisms and geometrically-complex media. Five chapters on vibration and elastic waves highlight modern applications, including viscoelasticity and resonance techniques for measurement of elasticmoduli, while introducing analytical techniques and approximation strategies that are revisited in nine subsequent chapters describing all aspects of generation, transmission, scattering, and reception of waves in fluids. Problems integrate multiple concepts, and several include experimental data to provide experience in choosing optimal strategies for extraction of experimental results and their uncertainties. Fundamental physical principles that do not ordinarily appear in other acoustics textbooks, like adiabatic invariance, similitude, the Kramers-Kronig relations, and the equipartition theorem, are shown to provide independent tests of results obtained from numerical solutions, commercial software, and simulations. Thanks to the Veneklasen Research Foundation, this popular textbook is now open access, making the e-book available for free download worldwide.
</div><div>Provides graduate-level treatment of acoustics and vibration suitable for usein courses, for self-study, and as a referenceHighlights fundamental physical principles that can provide independent tests of the validity of numerical solutions, commercial software, and computer simulationsDemonstrates approximation techniques that greatly simplify the mathematics without a substantial decrease in accuracyIncorporates a hydrodynamic approach to the acoustics of sound in fluids that provides a uniform methodology for analysis of lumped-element systems and wave propagationEmphasizes actual applications as examples of topics explained in the textIncludes realistic end-of-chapter problems, some including experimental data, as well as a Solutions Manual for instructors.Features “Talk Like an Acoustician“ boxes to highlight key terms introduced in the text.</div>

This open access textbook, like Rayleigh’s classic Theory of Sound, focuses on experiments and on approximation techniques rather than mathematical rigor. The second edition has benefited from comments and corrections provided by many acousticians, in particular those who have used the first edition in undergraduate and graduate courses. For example, phasor notation has been added to clearly distinguish complex variables, and there is a new section on radiation from an unbaffled piston. Drawing on over 40 years of teaching experience at UCLA, the Naval Postgraduate School, and Penn State, the author presents a uniform methodology, based on hydrodynamic fundamentals for analysis of lumped-element systems and wave propagation that can accommodate dissipative mechanisms and geometrically-complex media. Five chapters on vibration and elastic waves highlight modern applications, including viscoelasticity and resonance techniques for measurement of elastic moduli, while introducing analytical techniques and approximation strategies that are revisited in nine subsequent chapters describing all aspects of generation, transmission, scattering, and reception of waves in fluids. Problems integrate multiple concepts, and several include experimental data to provide experience in choosing optimal strategies for extraction of experimental results and their uncertainties. Fundamental physical principles that do not ordinarily appear in other acoustics textbooks, like adiabatic invariance, similitude, the Kramers-Kronig relations, and the equipartition theorem, are shown to provide independent tests of results obtained from numerical solutions, commercial software, and simulations. Thanks to the Veneklasen Research Foundation, this popular textbook is now open access, making the e-book available for free download worldwide. <div>Provides graduate-level treatment of acoustics and vibration suitable for use in courses, for self-study,and as a referenceHighlights fundamental physical principles that can provide independent tests of the validity of numerical solutions, commercial software, and computer simulationsDemonstrates approximation techniques that greatly simplify the mathematics without a substantial decrease in accuracyIncorporates a hydrodynamic approach to the acoustics of sound in fluids that provides a uniform methodology for analysis of lumped-element systems and wave propagationEmphasizes actual applications as examples of topics explained in the textIncludes realistic end-of-chapter problems, some including experimental data, as well as a Solutions Manual for instructors.Features “Talk Like an Acoustician“ boxes to highlight key terms introduced in the text.<div>
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Provides graduate-level treatment of acoustics and vibration suitable for use in courses, for self-study, and as a referenceHighlights fundamental physical principles that can provide independent tests of the validity of numerical solutions, commercial software, and computer simulationsDemonstrates approximation techniques that greatly simplify the mathematics without a substantial decrease in accuracyIncorporates a hydrodynamic approach to the acoustics of sound in fluids that provides a uniform methodology for analysis of lumped-element systems and wave propagationEmphasizes actual applications as examples of topics explained in the textIncludes realistic end-of-chapter problems, some including experimental data, as well as a Solutions Manual for instructorsFeatures “Talk Like an Acoustician“ boxes to highlight key terms introduced in the textRequest lecturer material: sn.pub/lecturer-material

Steven L. Garrett received his Ph.D. in Physics from UCLA in 1977. He continued research in quantum fluids at the University of Sussex in England, followed by two years in the Physics Department at the University of California at Berkeley as a Fellow of the Miller Institute for Basic Research in Science. Prof. Garrett joined the faculty of the Naval Postgraduate School in 1982 where his research efforts were concentrated on the development of fiber-optic sensors and thermoacoustic refrigerators. Prof. Garrett left NPS in 1995 to assume his current position as a Professor of Acoustics in the Graduate Program in Acoustics at Penn State. In 2001, he was a Fulbright Fellow at the Danish Technical University and in 2008 a Jefferson Fellow in the US State Department. Prof. Garrett is a Fellow of the Acoustical Society of America and recipient of their Interdisciplinary Medal in Physical and Engineering Acoustics as well as the Popular Science Magazine Award for Environmental Technology, theHelen Caldecott Award for Environmental Technology, and the Rolex Award for Enterprise (environment category). He has been issued over two dozen patents.

9783030447861

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10.1007/978-3-030-44787-8

James L. Chen, Shenandoah Astronomical Society, GORE, VA, USA; Adam Chen, BALTIMORE, MD, USA

Preface.- Chapter 1: A Brief History of Computerized
Telescope Mounts for Amateurs.- Chapter 2: A Review of Celestron GoTo
Computerized Telescopes.- Chapter 3: Introduction to the Celestron NexStar
Evolution and Sky Portal.- Chapter 4: Basic Operation of the Celestron NexStar
Evolution and SkyPortal App.- Chapter 5: Basic Operation of the Celestron
NexStar Evolution and NexStar+ Hand Control.- Chapter 6: Lessons Learned in
Using the Celestron NexStar Evolution and SkyPortal.- Chapter 7: Introduction
to the SkyPortal WiFi Module.- Chapter 8: Advanced WiFi Tricks.- Chapter 9: Accessories
for the Celestron NexStar Evolution.- Chapter 10: Mounting Other Optical Tubes
on the NexStar Evolution Mounts.- Chapter 11: Maintenance and Care of the
NexStar Evolution Mounts and Electronics.- Appendix 1: Troubleshooting
Checklist.- Appendix 2: Celestron Timeline.- Appendix 3: Celestron NexStar
Evolution Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope Specifications.- Appendix 4: Messier
Catalog.- Appendix 5: The Caldwell Catalog.- Appendix 6: Selected Non-Messier Catalog NGC Objects.- Appendix 7:
The Herschel 400.- Appendix 8: Current Sky Portal WiFi Module Compatible
Celestron Mount Specifications.- Appendix 9: Glossary.- Bibliography.- Biographies.-
Index.

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</div><div>This book serves as a comprehensive guide for using a Nexstar Evolution mount with WiFi SkyPortal control, walking the reader through the process for aligning and operating the system from a tablet or smartphone. The next generation Go-To mount from Celestron, this is compatible not only with the Nextstar Evolution but also with older mounts. It is the ideal resource for anyone who owns, or is thinking of owning, a Nexstar Evolution telescope, or adapting their existing Celestron mount. Pros and cons of the system are thoroughly covered with a critical depth that addresses any possible question by users.<div>
</div>Beginning with a brief history of Go-To telescopes and the genesis of this still new technology, the author covers every aspect of the newly expanding capability in observing. This includes the associated Sky Portal smartphone and tablet application, the transition from the original Nexstar GoTo system to the new SkyPortal system, the use of the Sky Portal application with its Sky Safari 4 basic software and Celestron WiFi adaptations, and discussions on the use of SkyPortal application using the Celestron adapter on older Celestron mounts. Comments and recommendations for equipment enable the reader to successfully use and appreciate the new WiFi capability without becoming overwhelmed. Extensively illustrated using actual screenshots from the program interface, this is the only guide to the Nextstar SkyPortal an observer will need.</div></div>

<div>This book serves as a comprehensive guide for using a Nexstar Evolution mount with WiFi SkyPortal control, walking the reader through the process for aligning and operating the system from a tablet or smartphone. The next generation Go-To mount from Celestron, this is compatible not only with the Nextstar Evolution but also with older mounts. It is the ideal resource for anyone who owns, or is thinking of owning, a Nexstar Evolution telescope, or adapting their existing Celestron mount. Pros and cons of the system are thoroughly covered with a critical depth that addresses any possible question by users.<div>
</div><div>Beginning with a brief history of Go-To telescopes and the genesis of this still new technology, the author covers every aspect of the newly expanding capability in observing. This includes the associated Sky Portal smartphone and tablet application, the transition from the original Nexstar GoTo system to the new SkyPortal system, theuse of the Sky Portal application with its Sky Safari 4 basic software and Celestron WiFi adaptations, and discussions on the use of SkyPortal application using the Celestron adapter on older Celestron mounts. Comments and recommendations for equipment enable the reader to successfully use and appreciate the new WiFi capability without becoming overwhelmed. Extensively illustrated using actual screenshots from the program interface, this is the only guide to the Nextstar SkyPortal an observer will need.</div></div>

Focuses on one of the latest computerized Go-To mounts and provides context for this advancementEnables the backyard astronomer to align and operate a Celestron Evolution mount comfortably and locate the planets and deep sky objects with confidenceCovers one of the only WiFi capable telescope systemsIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Author – James Chen: Retired Department of
the Navy and Federal Aviation Administration Radar and Surveillance Systems
Engineer. Former Program Manager for
Advanced Navigation and Positioning Corporation. Guest lecturer at local Washington
DC/Northern Virginia/Maryland astronomy clubs on amateur astronomy topics of
eyepiece design, optical filters, urban and suburban astronomy, and lunar observing. Author of an Astronomy Magazine article on
Dobsonian telescope design in November 1989 issue, and contributor to Astronomy
Technology Today magazine. First book,
published in June 2014 by Springer, entitled How to Find the Apollo Landings
Sites. Second book entitled A
Guide to the Hubble Space Telescope Objects, is also available from
Springer. Third book entitled The
Vixen Star Book User Guide, is also available from Springer. Served as a part-time technical and sales
consultant for two Washington DC area telescope stores for over 30 years.



Graphics Designer - Adam Chen: Former Program Manager of media support for
NASA Headquarters in Washington DC. Creator and executive producer of major
NASA publications, including the book and web-book application documenting the
history of the Space Shuttle Program “Celebrating 30 Years of the Space Shuttle
Program”. Served as graphics designer
for all three James L. Chen books.
Currently works in marketing for Brown Advisory, an investment firm in
Baltimore, MD.

9783319325385

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/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Computer Vision/Computer Imaging, Vision, Pattern Recognition and Graphics/Computer Science/Mathematics and Computing////

978-1-4614-7466-1

Why Binoculars?.- Binocular Optics and Mechanics.- Choosing Binoculars.- Evaluating Binoculars.- Care and Maintenance of Binoculars.- Mounting Binoculars.- Binocular Telescopes.- Accessories.- Observing Techniques.- 200 Objects for Binoculars.

Binoculars have, for many, long been regarded as an “entry level” observational tool, and relatively few have used them as a serious observing instrument. This is changing! Many people appreciate the relative comfort of two-eyed observing, but those who use binoculars come to realize that they offer more than comfort. The view of the stars is more aesthetically pleasing and therefore binocular observers tend to observe more frequently and for longer periods.

Binocular Astronomy, 2nd Edition, extends its coverage of small and medium binoculars to large and giant (i.e., up to 300mm aperture) binoculars and also binoviewers, which brings the work into the realm of serious observing instruments. Additionally, it goes far deeper into the varying optical characteristics of binoculars, giving newcomers and advanced astronomers the information needed to make informed choices on purchasing a pair. It also covers relevant aspects of the physiology of binocular (as in “both eyes”) observation.

The first edition of this title was praised for its suggested objects for observation and especially for the finder charts for each object. In this second edition, this section is expanded in three ways. There are new objects, more information on each object, and a re-organization of the objects for binoculars for easier selection. 

Binocular Astronomy 2nd Edition puts an emphasis on understanding binoculars and their use. The additional content reflects the latest developments in technology, new testing techniques, and practical ideas for binocular use. It also responds to the substantially positive reviews of the first edition, and is now even better suited to its target readership.

Binoculars have, for many, long been regarded as an “entry level” observational tool, and relatively few have used them as a serious observing instrument. This is changing! Many people appreciate the relative comfort of two-eyed observing, but those who use binoculars come to realize that they offer more than comfort. The view of the stars is more aesthetically pleasing and therefore binocular observers tend to observe more frequently and for longer periods.

“Binocular Astronomy”, 2nd edition, extends its coverage of small and medium binoculars to large and giant (i.e., up to 300mm aperture) binoculars and also binoviewers, which brings the work into the realm of serious observing instruments. Additionally, it goes far deeper into the varying optical characteristics of binoculars, giving newcomers and advanced astronomers the information needed to make informed choices on purchasing a pair. It also covers relevant aspects of the physiology of binocular (as in “both eyes”) observation.

The first edition of this title was praised for its suggested objects for observation and especially for the finder charts for each object. In this second edition, this section is expanded in three ways. There are new objects, with more information on each object, and a re-organization of the objects for binoculars for easier selection for readers. “Binocular Astronomy” 2nd Edition puts an emphasis on understanding binoculars and their use. The additional content in this second edition reflects the latest developments in technology, available testing techniques, and practical ideas for binocular use. It also responds to the substantially positive reviews of the first edition, and is now even better suited to its target readership.

Describes the many advantages of using binoculars for astronomy. This 2nd Edition extends its coverage to large and giant binoculars and binoviewersExplains how to choose and evaluate binoculars for both novices and advanced astronomersCovers the functionality and physiology of binocular observation and the varying optical characteristics of binocularsIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Stephen Tonkin, BSc (Hons), F.R.A.S. has been a keen amateur astronomer since childhood and now spends most of his time doing astronomical education and outreach, both as a Lecturer in Astronomy for an adult education college, and independently with his own organization, The Astronomical Unit. He organizes and leads astronomy courses and talks, public observing, and astronomy-related storytelling for children and adults. In 2000, he was elected as a Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society.   He has been using binoculars for astronomy for over forty years, initially under the pristine African skies under which he grew up, and as his main observing instrument for the last decade. He actively promotes and encourages the use of binoculars within the amateur astronomy community and publishes a monthly e-zine, The Binocular Sky Newsletter, for binocular astronomers. He also writes the monthly Binocular Tour in Sky at Night magazine.  He now lives on the edge of the New Forest, which has some of the darkest skies in southern England. On clear moonless nights when he's not working, he can usually be found at one of these dark sites, exploring the night sky with his binoculars.

9781461474661

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10.1007/978-1-4614-7467-8

Introduction.- Basics.- Graph polynomials.- Quantum field theory.- One-loop integrals.- Iterated integrals.- Transformations of differential equations.- Multiple polylogarithms.- Nested sums.- Sector decomposition.- Hopf algebras, coactions and symbols.- Cluster algebras.- Elliptic curves.- Motives and mixed Hodge structures.- Numerics.- Final project.

This textbook on Feynman integrals starts from the basics, requiring only knowledge of special relativity and undergraduate mathematics. Feynman integrals are indispensable for precision calculations in quantum field theory. At the same time, they are also fascinating from a mathematical point of view. Topics from quantum field theory and advanced mathematics are introduced as needed.
The book covers modern developments in the field of Feynman integrals. Topics included are: representations of Feynman integrals, integration-by-parts, differential equations, intersection theory, multiple polylogarithms, Gelfand-Kapranov-Zelevinsky systems, coactions and symbols, cluster algebras, elliptic Feynman integrals, and motives associated with Feynman integrals. This volume is aimed at a) students at the master's level in physics or mathematics, b) physicists who want to learn how to calculate Feynman integrals (for whom state-of-the-art techniques and computations are provided), and c) mathematicians who are interested in the mathematical aspects underlying Feynman integrals. It is, indeed, the interwoven nature of their physical and mathematical aspects that make Feynman integrals so enthralling.
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This textbook on Feynman integrals starts from the basics, requiring only knowledge of special relativity and undergraduate mathematics. Feynman integrals are indispensable for precision calculations in quantum field theory. At the same time, they are also fascinating from a mathematical point of view. Topics from quantum field theory and advanced mathematics are introduced as needed.
The book covers modern developments in the field of Feynman integrals. Topics included are: representations of Feynman integrals, integration-by-parts, differential equations, intersection theory, multiple polylogarithms, Gelfand-Kapranov-Zelevinsky systems, coactions and symbols, cluster algebras, elliptic Feynman integrals, and motives associated with Feynman integrals. This volume is aimed at a) students at the master's level in physics or mathematics, b) physicists who want to learn how to calculate Feynman integrals (for whom state-of-the-art techniques and computations are provided), and c) mathematicians who are interested in the mathematical aspects underlying Feynman integrals. It is, indeed, the interwoven nature of their physical and mathematical aspects that make Feynman integrals so enthralling.

Covers the exciting development in the field of Feynman integrals of the last 15 yearsOffers a pedagogical style: Students at the beginning of their master degree should be able to follow the bookIncludes many exercises with solutions

<div>Stefan Weinzierl is Professor for theoretical high energy physics at Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz, Germany. His research interests include precision calculations in particle physics, multiple polylogarithms and elliptic generalizations, gravity and gauge theories as well as jet physics and top quark physics.</div>

9783030995577

/Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Algebraic Geometry/Algebra/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//

978-1-4614-8014-3

The Sun is a Star.- Observe the Sun.- Identify Solar Features.- Record Your Observations.

A comprehensive solar observing guide for use at the telescope by amateur astronomers at all three levels: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. Users will find invaluable information for identifying features through photos, charts, diagrams in a logical, orderly fashion and then interpreting the observations.

Because the Sun is a dynamic celestial body in constant flux, astronomers rarely know for certain what awaits them at the eyepiece. All features of the Sun are transient and sometimes rather fleeting. Given the number of features and the complex life cycles of some solar features, it can be a challenging hobby, and this guide provides all of the guidance necessary to inform observers about the sights and events unfolding before their eyes on the most active and powerful member of our Solar System.

“Observing the Sun” is for amateur astronomers at all three levels: beginning, intermediate, and advanced.

The beginning observer is often trying to find a niche or define a specific interest in his hobby, and the content of this book will spark that interest in solar observing because of the focus on the dynamics of the Sun.

Intermediate and advanced observers will find the book invaluable in identifying features (through photos, charts, diagrams) in a logical, orderly fashion and then guiding the observer to interpret the observations.

Because the Sun is a dynamic celestial body in constant flux, astronomers rarely know for certain what awaits them at the eyepiece. All features of the Sun are transient and sometimes rather fleeting. Given the number of features and the complex life cycles of some, it can be a challenging hobby. “Observing the Sun” provides essential illustrations, charts, and diagrams that depict the forms and life cycles of the numerous features visible on the Sun.

Provides a quick reference guide for identifying and classifying features found on the SunProvides essential illustrations, charts, and diagrams that depict the forms and life cycles of features visible on the SunIncludes instructions on how to observe the Sun safelyIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

This is the second book written by Jamey Jenkins about the Sun. Springer published the first, The Sun and How to Observe It, in 2009 as a comprehensive look at solar observing. That book took a wide-ranging approach, explaining to the amateur astronomer the how and why of studying the nearest star. This venture, Observing the Sun: A Pocket Field Guide is meant for reference use at the telescope with a specific focus on the Sun’s abundant features. A product of the space age during the heyday of the 1960s Gemini and Apollo space programs, his first astronomical explorations led to a succession of increasingly larger telescopes and an invite to write for Dave Eicher’s fledgling amateur journal, Deep Sky Monthly. Jenkins has contributed to the Sunspot Program of the American Association of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO) and is an active member of the Association of Lunar and Planetary Observers (ALPO) Solar Section. He’s also served as Assistant Section Coordinator of that group for a number of years. Jenkins photographs sunspots, watches calcium clouds, and studies prominence activity from his backyard observatory with a substantial 125 mm f/18 refractor. A significant development from the tiny Galilean lunar telescope of his past, this home-assembled telescope shows the Sun’s unique character, as a seething, boiling caldron of gas, and indeed the master of the solar system.

9781461480143

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/////

10.1007/978-1-4614-8015-0

978-3-658-40670-7

Chance takes its course.- Chance is everywhere.- Creativity is chance in the brain.- 'Balance is good, non-balance is bad' - is it true?- Almost despairing of science.- The birth of chance in complex systems.- What is there when time flows, and where does it flow to?- Our perception of time.

How do chance and coincidence enter our world? And why are so many things unpredictable?

Through an accessible, exciting and amusing narrative, the author takes us into the world of chemistry, quantum physics and biology. Touching on astronomy and philosophy, we witness a rewarding journey of discovery. In the process, he develops a completely new view on chance, coincidence and randomness based on the laws of nature. Here, the omnipresent non-equilibrium plays an extremely decisive role, because it generates the complex structures in our world. Finally, on this basis, he presents an equally simple and captivating hypothesis about the nature of time.

This nonfiction book provides deep insight into the fascination of research, the painful search for fundamental understanding, and the struggle for scientific knowledge.

The Author
Dr. Bernhard Wessling is a chemist and entrepreneur. His main occupation has been chemical product and process development, including basic innovations. In addition, he conducted basic research in colloid chemistry and physics, as well as non-equilibrium thermodynamics. As a sideline, he is one of two managing partners of a large organic farm. For decades, he has been actively involved in environmental, nature and species protection on a voluntary basis and has conducted behavioral research on wild cranes for many years.
The translation was done with the help of artificial intelligence. The text has subsequently been revised further by the author to ensure content correctness and by a professional english native speaker copy editor, Marc Beschler, in order to refine the translation linguistically.

How does chance enter our world? And why is so much not predictable?

In an understandable, exciting and amusing narrative, the author takes us into the world of chemistry, quantum physics and biology. Touching on astronomy and philosophy, we witness a rewarding journey of discovery. In the process, he develops a completely new view of chance based on the laws of nature. Here, the omnipresent non-equilibrium plays an extremely decisive role, because it generates the complex structures in our world. Finally, on this basis, he presents an equally simple and captivating hypothesis on the nature of time.

This non-fiction book provides a deep insight into the fascination of research, the agonizing search for fundamental understanding, and the struggle for scientific knowledge.

Explains essential coincidences with many examplesExplains the complexity of the universe (non-equilibrium) in an understandable wayDescribes a new hypothesis on the nature of time

<div>Dr. Bernhard Weßling is a chemist and entrepreneur. His main occupation has been chemical product and process development, including basic innovations. In addition, he conducted basic research in colloid chemistry and physics as well as non-equilibrium thermodynamics. As a sideline, he is one of two managing partners of a large organic farm. For decades, he has been actively involved in environmental, nature and species protection on a voluntary basis and conducted behavioral research on wild cranes for many years.
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9783658406707

/Engineering Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering/

/Engineering Thermodynamics, Heat and Mass Transfer/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Thermodynamics/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry//Mathematics and Computing/Probability Theory/Mathematics//Philosophy of Probability/Epistemology/Philosophy/Humanities and Social Sciences///

10.1007/978-3-658-40671-4

978-3-031-10499-2

Serge Marguet, Electricite De France, Recherche et Dév, Palaiseau, France

1. Introduction.- 2. The Physics of Severe Nuclear Accidents.- 3. Pre-1980 Severe Accidents.- 4. Three Mile Island.- 5. Chernobyl.- 6. Fukushima.<div>
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Are you afraid of a nuclear reactor accident? Should you be? This book will arm you with the scientific knowledge necessary to make a rational and informed opinion on the subject, without having to be an expert in nuclear physics. Written so that a non-specialist can easily approach the highly technical aspects, it looks at all significant nuclear reactor accidents since the dawn of the Atomic Age and brings to light many crucial details that rarely, if ever, appear in the general media. Serge Marguet, an internationally renowned expert in reactor physics, breaks down the must-know technical aspects of numerous nuclear reactor accidents throughout history — both famous and unknown — from the first ever nuclear accident in Leipzig to the Chernobyl explosion and, finally, the Fukushima affair and its most recent developments. With many high-quality photographs and diagrams, this book is essential reading for anyone concerned about nuclear safety, curious about nuclear reactors, or simply interested in the history — and future — of nuclear power.

Are you afraid of a nuclear reactor accident? Should you be? This book will arm you with the scientific knowledge necessary to make a rational and informed opinion on the subject, without having to be an expert in nuclear physics. Written so that a non-specialist can easily approach the highly technical aspects, it looks at all significant nuclear reactor accidents since the dawn of the Atomic Age and brings to light many crucial details that rarely, if ever, appear in the general media. Serge Marguet, an internationally renowned expert in reactor physics, breaks down the must-know technical aspects of numerous nuclear reactor accidents throughout history — both famous and unknown — from the first ever nuclear accident in Leipzig to the Chernobyl explosion and, finally, the Fukushima affair and its most recent developments. With many high-quality photographs and diagrams, this book is essential reading for anyone concerned about nuclear safety, curious about nuclear reactors, or simply interested in the history — and future — of nuclear power.

Looks at the history and science of nuclear reactor accidents from an internationally recognized expert in the fieldCovers nuclear reactor accidents both famous and largely unknown since the beginning of the Atomic AgeEquips the reader with the scientific knowledge necessary to form an informed opinion on the subject

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Serge Marguet is a French engineer in Fluid Mechanics from the Ecole Nationale Supérieure d'Hydraulique of Grenoble (France) and an engineer in Numerical Analysis from the Ecole Nationale d'Informatique et de Mathématiques Appliquées of Grenoble. He is an expert in Reactor Physics, a field in which he has worked for 35 years. Expert for I2EN, a French governmental nuclear certification body, and for the European Commission in the field of severe nuclear accidents, he has written numerous reference books in Neutronics, Reactor Physics and Reactor Technology, both in French and in English. He is married and has two grown-up children (who are moderately interested in nuclear energy!).
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9783031104992

/Nuclear Physics/Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Nuclear Physics/Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//History of Science/History/Humanities and Social Sciences//Mechanical Power Engineering/Nuclear Energy/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Renewable Energy/Mechanical Power Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Sustainability/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences//

978-3-540-32897-1

Mildred S. Dresselhaus, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Dept. Electrical Engineering &, Cambridge, MA, USA; Gene Dresselhaus, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, CA, USA; Ado Jorio, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais Depto. Fisica, Belo Horizonte, Brazil

Basic Mathematics.- Basic Mathematical Background: Introduction.- Representation Theory and Basic Theorems.- Character of a Representation.- Basis Functions.- Introductory Application to Quantum Systems.- Splitting of Atomic Orbitals in a Crystal Potential.- Application to Selection Rules and Direct Products.- Molecular Systems.- Electronic States of Molecules and Directed Valence.- Molecular Vibrations, Infrared, and Raman Activity.- Application to Periodic Lattices.- Space Groups in Real Space.- Space Groups in Reciprocal Space and Representations.- Electron and Phonon Dispersion Relation.- Applications to Lattice Vibrations.- Electronic Energy Levels in a Cubic Crystals.- Energy Band Models Based on Symmetry.- Spin–Orbit Interaction in Solids and Double Groups.- Application of Double Groups to Energy Bands with Spin.- Other Symmetries.- Time Reversal Symmetry.- Permutation Groups and Many-Electron States.- Symmetry Properties of Tensors.

Every process in physics is governed by selection rules that are the consequence of symmetry requirements. The beauty and strength of group theory resides in the transformation of many complex symmetry operations into a very simple linear algebra. This concise and class-tested book has been pedagogically tailored over 30 years MIT and 2 years at the University Federal of Minas Gerais (UFMG) in Brazil. The approach centers on the conviction that teaching group theory in close connection with applications helps students to learn, understand and use it for their own needs. For this reason, the theoretical background is confined to the first 4 introductory chapters (6-8 classroom hours). From there, each chapter develops new theory while introducing applications so that the students can best retain new concepts, build on concepts learned the previous week, and see interrelations between topics as presented. Essential problem sets between the chapters also aid the retention of the new material and for the consolidation of material learned in previous chapters. The text and problem sets have proved a useful springboard for the application of the basic material presented here to topics in semiconductor physics, and the physics of carbon-based nanostructures.

Every process in physics is governed by selection rules that are the consequence of symmetry requirements. The beauty and strength of group theory resides in the transformation of many complex symmetry operations into a very simple linear algebra. This concise and class-tested book has been pedagogically tailored over 30 years MIT and 2 years at the University Federal of Minas Gerais (UFMG) in Brazil. The approach centers on the conviction that teaching group theory in close connection with applications helps students to learn, understand and use it for their own needs. For this reason, the theoretical background is confined to the first 4 introductory chapters (6-8 classroom hours). From there, each chapter develops new theory while introducing applications so that the students can best retain new concepts, build on concepts learned the previous week, and see interrelations between topics as presented. Essential problem sets between the chapters also aid the retention of the new material and for the consolidation of material learned in previous chapters. The text and problem sets have proved a useful springboard for the application of the basic material presented here to topics in semiconductor physics, and the physics of carbon-based nanostructures.

<p>Unique pedagogical textbook by the gifted Professor Mildred Dresselhaus</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

M. S. Dresselhaus received her Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Chicago, in 1958. An Institute Professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, she has been active in many aspects of materials research with particular emphasis on carbon science including nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes, but also including bismuth nanowires and other materials systems relevant to low dimensional thermoelectricity. She is the recipient of the National Medal of Science and 21 honorary degrees worldwide. She served as the Director of the Office of Science at the DOE in 2000--2001 and co-chaired a DOE report 'Basic Research Needs for the Hydrogen Economy (2003). G. Dresselhaus received his Ph.D. in Physics from the University of California, Berkeley, CA in 1955. He was a faculty member at the University of Chicago, and assistant professor at Cornell before joining MIT Lincoln Laboratory in 1960 as a staff member. In 1976 he assumed his current senior staff position at the MIT Francis Bitter Magnet Laboratory. His area of interest is the electronic structure of nanomaterials and he has co-authored with M.S. Dresselhaus several books on fullerenes, nanowires, and nanotubes.A. Jorio received his Ph.D in Physics from the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Belo Horizonte, Brazil, in 1999. He worked with Phase Transitions on Incommensurate Crystals, and he spent one year at the Institute Laue-Langevin (ILL), Grenoble, France. He also spent two years (2000 and 2001) as a post-doc at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, USA, working with Raman Spectroscopy of Carbon Nanotubes. In 2001 he received the PROFIX Fellowship from the Brazilian Science Foundation CNPq, and returned to Brazil. He is a Professor of Physics at UFMG since 2002. Jorio's research interests focus on resonance Raman spectroscopy techniques and the photophysics of nanostructures.

9783540328971

/Condensed Matter Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Condensed Matter Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Group Theory and Generalizations/Algebra/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Optical Materials/Materials Science/Physical Sciences//

978-3-540-28838-1

Eleftherios N. Economou, University of Crete Foundation for Research and, Heraklion, Crete, Greece

Green’s Functions in Mathematical Physics.- Time-Independent Green’s Functions.- Time-Dependent Green’s Functions.- Green’s Functions in One-Body Quantum Problems.- Physical Significance of G. Application to the Free-Particle Case.- Green’s Functions and Perturbation Theory.- Green’s Functions for Tight-Binding Hamiltonians.- Single Impurity Scattering.- Two or More Impurities; Disordered Systems.- Electrical Conductivity and Green’s Functions.- Localization, Transport, and Green’s Functions.- Green’s Functions in Many-Body Systems.- Definitions.- Properties and Use of the Green’s Functions.- Calculational Methods for g.- Applications.

The main part of this book is devoted to the simplest kind of Green's functions, namely the solutions of linear differential equations with a -function source. It is shown that these familiar Green's functions are a powerful tool for obtaining relatively simple and general solutions of basic problems such as scattering and bound-level information. The bound-level treatment gives a clear physical understanding of 'difficult' questions such as superconductivity, the Kondo effect, and, to a lesser degree, disorder-induced localization. The more advanced subject of many-body Green's functions is presented in the last part of the book.

<p>Long-established and respected reference on a key mathematical methods in physics (first published in 1979).</p><p>Substantially expanded 3rd edition (50% longer) now offers end-of-chapter problems and solutions (40% are solved) and additional appendices to serve as a self-tutorial and self-sufficient reference.</p><p>Demonstrates the powerful and unifying formalism of Green's functions with many applications, including transport properties, carbon nanotubes, and photonics and phoontic crystals.</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

9783540288381

/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Analysis/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//

978-3-030-98770-1

Star Mentor: Hands-On Projects and Lessons in Observational Astronomy for Beginners

Chapter 1. Becoming a Star Mentor.- Chapter 2. The Earth and Moon.- Chapter 3. Exploring Size, Distance, and Motion.- Chapter 4. Teaching the Visual Sky.- Chapter 5. The Bowl of Night – Spring and Summer.- Chapter 6. The Bowl of Night – Autumn and Winter.- Chapter 7. Introducing the Inner Planets.- Chapter 8. Welcome to Mars.- Chapter 9. Discovering the Outer Planets.- Chapter 10. Star Clusters and Nebulae.- Chapter 11. Galaxies.- Chapter 12. Telescopes for the Beginner.- Chapter 13. Binoculars for the Beginner.

This is a hands-on guide for both the budding astronomer in need of a mentor and the seasoned observer who wants to learn how to effectively share their knowledge with newcomers.Through decades of teaching observational astronomy at the high school and college level, Dr. Daniel E. Barth has inspired thousands of beginners, and in this book he shares the many ways that you can learn and teach others, too. The chapters contain a plethora of practical projects in observational astronomy that can be done on your own or with others, delighting any hobbyist with the many wonders of the night sky.The activities are tailored for different skill levels, always starting from the basics and working their way up to more challenging tasks. They can be done outdoors with a telescope or indoors with a few simple materials, depending on the sky conditions and time of year. Make astronomy fun for all with these engaging DIY projects, which include step-by-step instructions for modeling, sketching, observing, recording, and many other interactive exercises. Appropriate for the amateur who wants to teach their passion, the beginner who has their very first telescope, the binocular owner, and even those who do not yet own equipment, Star Mentor is your guide to forming and sharing a lifelong love for astronomy.

This is a hands-on guide for both the budding astronomer in need of a mentor and the seasoned observer who wants to learn how to effectively share their knowledge with newcomers.Through decades of teaching observational astronomy at the high school and college level, Dr. Daniel E. Barth has inspired thousands of beginners, and in this book he shares the many ways that you can learn and teach others, too. The chapters contain a plethora of practical projects in observational astronomy that can be done on your own or with others, delighting any hobbyist with the many wonders of the night sky.The activities are tailored for different skill levels, always starting from the basics and working their way up to more challenging tasks. They can be done outdoors with a telescope or indoors with a few simple materials, depending on the sky conditions and time of year. Make astronomy fun for all with these engaging DIY projects, which include step-by-step instructions for modeling, sketching, observing, recording, and many other interactive exercises. Appropriate for the amateur who wants to teach their passion, the beginner who has their very first telescope, the binocular owner, and even those who do not yet own equipment, Star Mentor is your guide to forming and sharing a lifelong love for astronomy.

Bridges the learning gap between newcomers and more seasoned observersProvides conquerable astronomy activities for beginners in a variety of conditionsBased upon of four decades of experience in astronomical education

Dr. Daniel E. Barth taught astronomy and physics in public high schools for 28 years (1986-2014). In addition, he spent 8 years teaching astronomy and physics at the college level as Assistant Professor of Astronomy and Physics at Mt. San Jacinto College (2007-2014). From 2014 onward, he has served as the Assistant Professor of STEM Education for the University of Arkansas, training teachers and developing the Astronomy for Educators Program, for which he was awarded the 2018 Global Campus Award for Best STEM Text.In addition, Dr. Barth has worked for 6 years with the Arkansas Dept. of Education (ADE). In this role, he has been a lead author of State Standards for Astronomy and Space Science, a lead author for the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for ADE, and a Consultant for the AR STEM Model Program Core Leadership Team.

9783030987701

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Planetary Science/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy//Science Education/Education/Humanities and Social Sciences////

978-3-030-73990-4

Introduction.- Mathematical Tools.- Information and Entropies.- Quantum Key Distribution Protocols.- Security Analysis.- Device-Independent QKD.- Recent Developments in Practical QKD.

This textbook introduces the non-specialist reader to the concepts of quantum key distribution and presents an overview of state-of-the-art quantum communication protocols and applications. The field of quantum cryptography has advanced rapidly in the previous years, not least because with the age of quantum computing drawing closer, traditional encryption methods are at risk.The textbook presents the necessary mathematical tools without assuming much background, making it accessible to readers without experience in quantum information theory. In particular, the topic of classical and quantum entropies is presented in great detail. Furthermore, the author discusses the different types of quantum key distribution protocols and explains several tools for proving the security of these protocols. In addition, a number of applications of quantum key distribution are discussed, demonstrating its value to state-of-the-art cryptography and communication.This book leads the reader through the mathematical background with a variety of worked-out examples and exercises. It is primarily targeted at graduate students and advanced undergraduates in theoretical physics. The presented material is largely self-contained and only basic knowledge in quantum mechanics and linear algebra is required.

This textbook introduces the non-specialist reader to the concepts of quantum key distribution and presents an overview of state-of-the-art quantum communication protocols and applications. The field of quantum cryptography has advanced rapidly in the previous years, not least because with the age of quantum computing drawing closer, traditional encryption methods are at risk.The textbook presents the necessary mathematical tools without assuming much background, making it accessible to readers without experience in quantum information theory. In particular, the topic of classical and quantum entropies is presented in great detail. Furthermore, the author discusses the different types of quantum key distribution protocols and explains several tools for proving the security of these protocols. In addition, a number of applications of quantum key distribution are discussed, demonstrating its value to state-of-the-art cryptography and communication.

This book leads the reader through the mathematical background with a variety of worked-out examples and exercises. It is primarily targeted at graduate students and advanced undergraduates in theoretical physics. The presented material is largely self-contained and only basic knowledge in quantum mechanics and linear algebra is required.

Provides a detailed introduction to quantum key distribution protocols and security proofsIncludes examples and exercises for reader comprehensionDiscusses state-of-the-art applications of quantum key distribution

Ramona Wolf is a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Quantum Information Theory group at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, working on quantum cryptography. She has obtained her PhD in Physics at Leibniz University Hanover, Germany. She has gained a lot of teaching experience by being a tutor for several courses in theoretical physics and also teaching a full course on quantum key distribution. She has published a number of articles in peer-reviewed academic journals and supervised several Bachelor and Master projects.

9783030739904

/Quantum Communications and Cryptography/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Quantum Communications and Cryptography/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Quantum Information/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Computer Science/Data Structures and Information Theory/Mathematics and Computing//Data and Information Security/Computer Science/Mathematics and Computing///

Chapter 1: Physics in Science Fiction.- Chapter 2: Gravity.- Chapter 3: Orbital Dynamics.- Chapter 4: Rocket Science.- Chapter 5: Living in a Vacuum.

There is a huge gulf between the real physics of space travel and the way it is commonly portrayed in movies and TV shows. That’s not because space physics is difficult or obscure – most of the details were understood by the end of the 18th century – but because it can often be bafflingly counter-intuitive for a general audience. The purpose of this book isn’t to criticize or debunk popular sci-fi depictions, which can be very entertaining, but to focus on how space physics really works. This is done with the aid of numerous practical illustrations taken from the works of serious science fiction authors – from Jules Verne and Arthur C. Clarke to Larry Niven and Andy Weir – who have taken positive pleasure in getting their scientific facts right.

There is a huge gulf between the real physics of space travel and the way it is commonly portrayed in movies and TV shows. That’s not because space physics is difficult or obscure – most of the details were understood by the end of the 18th century – but because it can often be bafflingly counter-intuitive for a general audience. The purpose of this book isn’t to criticize or debunk popular sci-fi depictions, which can be very entertaining, but to focus on how space physics really works. This is done with the aid of numerous practical illustrations taken from the works of serious science fiction authors – from Jules Verne and Arthur C. Clarke to Larry Niven and Andy Weir – who have taken positive pleasure in getting their scientific facts right.

Focuses on basic physics, mainly high-school arguments, in science fictionAnalyses works of Jules Verne, Arthur C. Clarke, Larry Niven and Andy WeirDiscusses exiting and entertaining findings in the context of space travel

Andrew May obtained a PhD in Astrophysics from the University of Manchester and is an experienced and versatile professional, with a career spanning academia, government and private industry. Since 2011 he has been working as a freelance writer. He has a wide range of interests and has written both authoritatively and entertainingly on the physical sciences, military technology, British history, science fiction, New Age beliefs and the paranormal. He has published with Springer: Pseudoscience and Science Fiction (2017), The Telescopic Tourist's Guide to the Moon (2017), Rockets and Ray Guns: The Sci-Fi Science of the Cold War (2018), Fake Physics: Spoofs, Hoaxes and Fictitious Science (2019) and The Science of Sci-Fi Music (2022).

9783031339493

/Astrophysics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astrophysics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Space Physics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Gravitational Physics/Newtonian Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences///

978-1-0716-0950-7

The Evolution of Motion Picture Technology from the Magic Lantern to the Digital Era

The first of its kind, this book traces the evolution of motion picture technology in its entirety. Beginning with Huygens' magic lantern and ending in the current electronic era, it explains cinema’s scientific foundations and the development of parallel enabling technologies alongside the lives of the innovators. Product development issues, business and marketplace factors, the interaction of aesthetic and technological demands, and the patent system all play key roles in the tale.The topics are covered sequentially, with detailed discussion of the transition from the magic lantern to Edison’s invention of the 35mm camera, the development of the celluloid cinema, and the transition from celluloid to digital. Unique and essential reading from a lifetime innovator in the field of cinema technology, this engaging and well-illustrated book will appeal to anyone interested in the history and science of cinema, from movie buffs to academics and members of the motion picture industry.

The first of its kind, this book traces the evolution of motion picture technology in its entirety. Beginning with Huygens' magic lantern and ending in the current electronic era, it explains cinema’s scientific foundations and the development of parallel enabling technologies alongside the lives of the innovators. Product development issues, business and marketplace factors, the interaction of aesthetic and technological demands, and the patent system all play key roles in the tale.

The topics are covered sequentially, with detailed discussion of the transition from the magic lantern to Edison’s invention of the 35mm camera, the development of the celluloid cinema, and the transition from celluloid to digital. Unique and essential reading from a lifetime innovator in the field of cinema technology, this engaging and well-illustrated book will appeal to anyone interested in the history and science of cinema, from movie buffs to academics and members of the motion picture industry.

Chronicles the complete history of motion picture technology from the magic lantern to the current digital eraShows how competing technological, cultural, economic, and legal factors shaped the cinema and TV industriesSplit into digestible sections and accompanied by plenty of illustrations

Lenny Lipton founded StereoGraphics Corporation in 1980 and was the Chief Technology Officer of RealD during the introduction of digital stereoscopic theatrical exhibition. He led the team that invented the ZScreen, used in more than 30,000 RealD 3-D theaters, and was the first to demonstrate the flickerless projection technique used on 80,000 3-D cinema screens. He has written four books, including Independent Filmmaking (1972) and Foundations of the Stereoscopic Cinema (1982). He is a Fellow of both the SMPTE and the SPIE, and a member of the Scientific Council of the Conservatoire des techniques of the Cinémathèque Française. He’s been granted 72 patents in the field of electronic stereoscopic displays and received a Smithsonian award for his invention of CrystalEyes, the original electronic stereoscopic eyewear product, and he received the Lumiere Lifetime Achievement Award from the Advanced Cinema Society. While majoring in physics at Cornell he wrote the lyrics of the song Puff the Magic Dragon. He produced and directed 25 independent films in the collection of the Pacific Film Archive. He lives in Laurel Canyon, California, with his family.

9781071609507

/Laser/Optics and Photonics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Laser/Optics and Photonics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Film and Television Studies/Media and Communication/Humanities and Social Sciences//History of Technology/History/Humanities and Social Sciences//History of Science/History/Humanities and Social Sciences//Computer Graphics/Computer Imaging, Vision, Pattern Recognition and Graphics/Computer Science/Mathematics and Computing/

Franklin Chang Díaz, Ad Astra Rocket Company, Webster, TX, USA; Erik Seedhouse, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL, USA

1 The Nautilus Paradigm.- 2 A Fast Track to Deep Space.- 3 Early VASIMR Development.- 4 Probing the Physics.- 5 The Breakthroughs.- 6 A New Company is Born.- 7 The VX-200 and the Path to Commercialization.- 8 A Bridge to the Future.- 9 Mission Threats and Potential Solutions.- 10 The VASIMR Nuclear-Electric Mission Architecture.- Index.<div>
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As advanced space propulsion moves slowly from science fiction to achievable reality, the Variable Specific Impulse Magnetoplasma Rocket, or VASIMR, is a leading contender for making 'Mars in a month' a possibility. Developed by Ad Astra Rockets, which was founded by astronaut Franklin Chang-Diaz and backed by NASA, its first commercial tests are imminent. VASIMR heats plasma to extreme temperatures using radio waves. Strong magnetic fields then funnel this plasma out the back of the engine, creating thrust. The continuous propulsion may place long, fast interplanetary journeys within reach in the near future. While scientists dream of the possibilities of using fusion or well-controlled matter-antimatter interactions to propel spacecraft fast and far, that goal is still some way over the horizon. VASIMR provides a more attainable propulsion technology that is based on the matter-antimatter concept. The book describes a landmark technology grounded in plasma physics and offering a practical technological solution for exploring beyond low Earth orbit in the decades to come.<div>
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As advanced in-space propulsion moves from science fiction to reality, the Variable Specific Impulse Magnetoplasma Rocket, or VASIMR® engine, is a leading contender for making 'Mars in a month' a possibility. A paradigm shift in space transportation, this book is an in-depth and compelling story co-written by its inventor. It traces the riveting history of the development of the VASIMR® engine. This landmark technology is grounded in concepts of advanced plasma physics. It cross-pollinates ideas and disciplines to offer a new, practical, and sustainable solution for in-space transportation beyond low Earth orbit in the decades to come. Invented by the co-holder of the world’s spaceflight record, astronaut Franklin Chang Díaz, the VASIMR® engine is developed by Ad Astra Rocket Company in its Texas facilities with NASA as part of the NextSTEP VASIMR® partnership. With adequate funding, the first spaceflight of the VASIMR® engine is imminent. Plasma rockets feature exhaust velocities far above those achievable by conventional chemical rockets. The VASIMR® engine is the most advanced high-power plasma propulsion system operating in the world today and it may place long, fast interplanetary journeys withinour reach in the near future.

Describes in layman terms the full scope of the development of the VASIMR® plasma propulsion technology and the key milestones in its developmentChronicles the challenges encountered in developing plasma propulsion technologyExplains the variety of applications of the VASIMR®, including asteroid deflection, lunar transport, station-keeping, space debris, and interplanetary missionsIncludes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Franklin Chang Díaz was born April 5, 1950, in San José, Costa Rica, to the late Mr. Ramón A. Chang Morales and Mrs. María Eugenia Díaz Romero. At the age of 18, having completed his secondary education at Colegio de La Salle in Costa Rica, he left his family for the United States to pursue his dream of becoming a rocket scientist and an astronaut.Arriving in Hartford Connecticut in the fall of 1968 with $50 dollars in his pocket and speaking no English, he stayed with relatives, enrolled at Hartford Public High School where he learned English and graduated again in the spring of 1969. That year he also earned a scholarship to the University of Connecticut.While his formal college training led him to a BS in Mechanical Engineering, his four years as a student research assistant at the university’s physics laboratories provided him with his early skills as an experimental physicist. Engineering and physics were his passion but also the correct skill mix for hischosen career in space. However, two important events affected his path after graduation: the early cancellation of the Apollo Moon program, which left thousands of space engineers out of work, eliminating opportunities in that field and, the global energy crisis, resulting from the I973 oil embargo by the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). The latter provided a boost to new research in energy.Confident that things would ultimately change at NASA, he entered graduate school at MIT in the field of plasma physics and controlled fusion. His research involved him heavily in the US Controlled Thermonuclear Fusion Program, managed then by the US Atomic Energy Commission. His doctoral thesis studied the conceptual design and operation of future reactors, capable of harnessing fusion power. He received his doctorate degree in 1977 and in that same year, he became a US citizen.After MIT, Dr. Chang Díaz joined the technical staff of the Charles StarkDraper Laboratory in Cambridge, MA, where he continued his research in fusion. In that year, the Space Shuttle Enterprise made its first successful atmospheric test flight and re-energized the moribund US Space Program. Following this success, in 1977, NASA issued a nationwide call for a new group of astronauts for the Space Shuttle Program. In addition to US citizenship and in contrast to earlier such announcements in the 1960s, the qualification requirements also included an advanced scientific degree. Dr. Chang Díaz was ready.Rejected on his first application to the Astronaut Program in 1977, he tried again in a second call in 1979. This time, successfully, becoming, in May of 1980, one of 19 astronaut candidates selected by NASA from a pool of more than 3,000 applicants and the first naturalized citizen from Latin America to be so chosen.While undergoing astronaut training, Dr. Chang Díaz supported functions at the Johnson and Kennedy space centers and served as capsule communicator (CAPCOM) in Houston’s Mission Control. In 1985 he led the astronaut shuttle support team at the Kennedy Space Center. During his training, Dr. Chang Díaz logged over 1,800 hours of atmospheric flight time, including 1,500 hours in high performance jet aircraft.Dr. Chang Díaz achieved his dream of space flight on January 12, 1986 on board the Space Shuttle Columbia on mission STS 61-C. The 6-day mission deployed the SATCOM KU satellite and conducted multiple scientific experiments. After 96 orbits of the Earth, Columbia made a successful night landing at Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mohave dessert.After a nearly 3-year hiatus, following the Challenger disaster of January 28, 1986, Dr. Chang Díaz flew a (world) record 6 more space missions, which contributed to major US space accomplishments, including the successful deployment

9783319229171

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978-3-031-09547-4

Waves and Particles.- Some Observables.- Collapse and Measurement.- Nonlocality.- General Observables.- Particle Creation.- Relativity.- Further Morals.- Appendix.

This book introduces and critically appraises the main proposals for how to understand quantum mechanics, namely the Copenhagen interpretation, spontaneous collapse, Bohmian mechanics, many-worlds, and others. The author makes clear what are the crucial problems, such as the measurement problem, related to the foundations of quantum mechanics and explains the key arguments like the Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen argument and Bell’s proof of nonlocality. He discusses and clarifies numerous topics that have puzzled the founding fathers of quantum mechanics and present-day students alike, such as the possibility of hidden variables, the collapse of the wave function, time-of-arrival measurements, explanations of the symmetrization postulate for identical particles, or the nature of spin. Several chapters are devoted to extending the different approaches to relativistic space-time and quantum field theory. The book is self-contained and is intended for graduate students and researchers who want to step into the fundamental aspects of quantum physics. Given its clarity, it is accessible also to advanced undergraduates and contains many exercises and examples to master the subject.

This book introduces and critically appraises the main proposals for how to understand quantum mechanics, namely the Copenhagen interpretation, spontaneous collapse, Bohmian mechanics, many-worlds, and others. The author makes clear what are the crucial problems, such as the measurement problem, related to the foundations of quantum mechanics and explains the key arguments like the Einstein-Podolsky-Rosen argument and Bell’s proof of nonlocality. He discusses and clarifies numerous topics that have puzzled the founding fathers of quantum mechanics and present-day students alike, such as the possibility of hidden variables, the collapse of the wave function, time-of-arrival measurements, explanations of the symmetrization postulate for identical particles, or the nature of spin. Several chapters are devoted to extending the different approaches to relativistic space-time and quantum field theory. The book is self-contained and is intended for graduate students and researchers who want to step into the fundamental aspects of quantum physics. Given its clarity, it is accessible also to advanced undergraduates and contains many exercises and examples to master the subject.

Discusses the main interpretations and views of quantum mechanicsClarifies numerous puzzling issues about quantum mechanics and relativityEnriched with many exercises and examples

Roderich Tumulka earned a Ph.D. in mathematics from Ludwig Maximilians University in Munich. During the period 2007-2016, he taught at Rutgers University (USA) and has since taught at Eberhard Karls University in Tübingen (Germany). His field of research is mathematical physics, focusing particularly on the foundations of quantum mechanics, quantum field theory, and quantum statistical mechanics.

9783031095474

/Fundamental concepts and interpretations of QM/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Fundamental concepts and interpretations of QM/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Foundations of Physics and Cosmology/Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Philosophy of Physics/Philosophy of Science/Philosophy/Humanities and Social Sciences/Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//

978-3-642-29496-9

Ralph Blumenhagen, Max-Planck-Institut für Physik Werner-Heisenberg-Institut, München, Germany; Dieter Lüst, Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, München, Germany; Stefan Theisen, MPl für Gravitationsphysik Albert-Einstein-Institut, Golm, Germany

The Classical Bosonic String.- The Quantized Bosonic String.- Introduction to Conformal Field Theory.- Parametrization Ghosts and BRST Quantization.- String Perturbation Theory and One-Loop Amplitudes.- The Classical Fermionic String.- The Quantized Fermionic String.- Superstrings.- Toroidal Compactifications – 10-Dimensional Heterotic String.- Conformal Field Theory II: Lattices and Kac-Moody Algebras.- Conformal Field Theory III: Superconformal Field Theory.- Covariant Vertex Operators, BRST and Covariant Lattices.- String Compactifications.- CFTs for Type II and Heterotic String Vacua.- String Scattering Amplitudes and Low Energy Effective Field Theory.- Compactifications of the Type II Superstring With D-branes and Fluxes.- String Dualities and M-theory.

The purpose of this book is to thoroughly prepare the reader for research in string theory. It is intended as a textbook in the sense that, starting from the basics, the material is presented in a pedagogical and self-contained fashion. The emphasis is on the world-sheet perspective of closed strings and of open strings ending on D-branes, where two-dimensional conformal field theory is the main tool. Compactifications of string theory, with and without fluxes, and string dualities are also discussed from the space-time point of view, i.e. in geometric language. End-of-chapter references have been added to guide the reader intending to pursue further studies or to start research in the topics covered by this book.

The purpose of this book is to thoroughly prepare the reader for research in string theory at an intermediate level.  As such it is not a compendium of results but intended as textbook in the sense that most of the material is organized in a pedagogical and self-contained fashion.
  
Beyond the basics, a number of more advanced topics are introduced, such as conformal field theory, superstrings and string dualities - the text does not cover applications to black hole physics and cosmology, nor strings theory at finite temperatures.

End-of-chapter references have been added to guide the reader wishing to pursue further studies or to start research in well-defined topics covered by this book.

<p>Provides a self-contained pedagogical introduction to string theory</p><p>Authored by leading researchers in the field</p><p>Suitable as graduate textbook for courses and for self-study</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

9783642294969

/Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Applications of Mathematics/Mathematics and Computing/Mathematics//Mathematical Methods in Physics/Theoretical, Mathematical and Computational Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences///

10.1007/978-3-642-29497-6

978-1-4419-1301-2

,978-1-4419-3289-1,978-1-4757-6267-9,978-0-306-45748-7,978-1-4757-6266-2

Introductory Concepts.- Interaction of Radiation with Atoms and Ions.- Energy Levels, Radiative and Nonradiative Transitions in Molecules and Semiconductors.- Ray and Wave Propagation Through Optical Media.- Passive Optical Resonators.- Pumping Processes.- Continuous Wave Laser Behavior.- Transient Laser Behavior.- Solid-State, Dye, and Semiconductor Lasers.- Gas, Chemical, Free Electron, and X-Ray Lasers.- Properties of Laser Beams.- Laser Beam Transformation: Propagation, Amplification, Frequency Conversion, Pulse Compression and Pulse Expansion.

This new Fifth Edition of Principles of Lasers incorporates corrections to the previous edition. The text’s essential mission remains the same: to provide a wide-ranging yet unified description of laser behavior, physics, technology, and current applications. Dr. Svelto emphasizes the physical rather than the mathematical aspects of lasers, and presents the subject in the simplest terms compatible with a correct physical understanding.

Praise for earlier editions:

'Professor Svelto is himself a longtime laser pioneer and his text shows the breadth of his broad acquaintance with all aspects of the field … Anyone mastering the contents of this book will be well prepared to understand advanced treatises and research papers in laser science and technology.' (Arthur L. Schawlow, 1981 Nobel Laureate in Physics)

'Already well established as a self-contained introduction to the physics and technology of lasers … Professor Svelto’s book, in this lucid translation by David Hanna, can be strongly recommended for self-study or teaching at the final-year undergraduate or first-year post-graduate levels.' (Physics Bulletin)

'A thorough understanding of this book in conjunction with one of the existing volumes on laser safety will go a long way in providing the health physicist with the understanding he needs … Highly recommended.' (Health Physics)

'Introduces laser science and technology with the accessibility appropriate for the nonspecialist and the enthusiasm of the pioneer.' (Laser Focus)

'A very good introduction to laser theory and practice … aimed at upper-level undergraduate students. It is logically organized and easy to read … Most of the basic mathematical framework needed to understand this evolving field is presented. Every chapter contains a good set of problems, answers to some of which are given in the back.' (Sci-Tech News)

Orazio Svelto is Professor of Quantum Electronics at the Polytechnic Institute of Milan and Director of the Quantum Electronics Center of the Italian National Research Council. His research has covered a wide range of activity in the field of laser physics and quantum electronics, starting from the very beginning of these disciplines. This activity includes ultrashort-pulse generation and applications, development of laser resonators and mode-selection techniques, laser applications in biology and medicine, and development of solid-state lasers. Professor Svelto is the author of more than 150 scientific papers and his researches have been the subject of more than 50 invited papers and international conferences. He has served as a program chair of the IX International Quantum Electronics Conference (1976), as a chair of the European program committee for CLEO ’85 and CLEO ’90, and he was general co-chair for the first CLEO-Europe Conference (1994). He is an elected member of the Italian 'Accademia dei XL' and a Fellow of the IEEE.

<p>Anyone mastering the contents of this textbook will be well prepared to understand advanced treatises and research papers in laser science and technology" - Arthur L. Schawlow, 1981 Nobel Laureate in Physics</p><p>Provides a logically organized introduction to laser science and technology, including the basic mathematical framework to understand this evolving field</p><p>Every chapter contains a good set of problems and selected answers are given in the back of the book</p>

Orazio Svelto is Professor of Quantum Electronics at the Polytechnic Institute of Milan and Director of the Quantum Electronics Center of the Italian National Research Council. His research has covered a wide range of activity in the field of laser physics and quantum electronics, starting from the very beginning of these disciplines. This activity includes ultrashort-pulse generation and applications, development of laser resonators and mode-selection techniques, laser applications in biology and medicine, and development of solid-state lasers. Professor Svelto is the author of more than 150 scientific papers and his researches have been the subject of more than 50 invited papers and international conferences. He has served as a program chair of the IX International Quantum Electronics Conference (1976), as a chair of the European program committee for CLEO ’85 and CLEO ’90, and he was general co-chair for the first CLEO-Europe Conference (1994). He is an elected member of the Italian 'Accademia dei XL' and a Fellow of the IEEE.

9781441913012

/Quantum Optics/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Optics and Photonics/Optical Materials/Materials Science/

/Quantum Optics/Quantum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/Optics and Photonics/Optical Materials/Materials Science//Laser/Optics and Photonics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Microwaves, RF Engineering and Optical Communications/Electrical and Electronic Engineering/Technology and Engineering//Radiology/Life Sciences/Health Sciences///

10.1007/978-1-4419-1302-9

978-0-387-00592-8

Pierre-Gilles de Gennes, Institut Curie, Paris, France; Francoise Brochard-Wyart, Institut Curie Section Physique et Chimie, Paris CX 05, France; David Quere, ESPCI Ecole Superieure Physique, Paris, France

1 Capillarity: Deformable Interfaces.- 2 Capillarity and Gravity.- 3 Hysteresis and Elasticity of Triple Lines.- 4 Wetting and Long-Range Forces.- 5 Hydrodynamics of Interfaces.- 6 Dynamics of the Triple Line.- 7 Dewetting.- 8 Surfactants.- 9 Special Interfaces.- 10 Transport Phenomena.

As I glance out my window in the early morning, I can see beads of droplets gracing a spider web. The film of dew that has settled on the threads is unstable and breaks up spontaneously into droplets. This phenomenon has implications for the treatment of textile fibers (the process known as 'oiling'), glass, and carbon. It is no less important when applying mascara! I take my morning shower. The moment I step out, I dry off by way of evaporation (which makes me feel cold) and by dewetting (the process by which dry areas form spontaneously and expand on my skin). As I rush into my car under a pelting rain, my attention is caught by small drops stuck on my windshield. I also notice larger drops rolling down and others larger still that, like snails, leave behind them a trail of water. I ask myself what the difference is between these rolling drops and grains of sand tumbling down an incline. I wonder why the smallest drops remain stuck. The answers to such questions do help car manufacturers treat the surface of glass and adjust the tilt of windshields.

9780387005928

/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Classical and Continuum Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Mathematical and Computational Engineering Applications/Engineering Fluid Dynamics/Engineering Mechanics/Technology and Engineering//Physical Sciences/Chemistry/Physical Chemistry//Surfaces, Interfaces and Thin Film/Materials Science/Physical Sciences///

978-3-540-67280-7

Oliver Montenbruck, Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e.V. (DLR), Wessling, Germany; Eberhard Gill, Delft University of Technology Dept. Earth Observation &, Delft, Netherlands

Around the World in a Hundred Minutes.- Introductory Astrodynamics.- Force Model.- Numerical Integration.- Time and Reference Systems.- Satellite Tracking and Observation Models.- Linearization.- Orbit Determination and Parameter Estimation.- Applications.

This is a modern textbook that guides the reader through the theory and practice of satellite orbit prediction and determination. Starting from basic principles of orbital mechanics, it covers elaborate force models as well as precise methods of satellite tracking. Emphasis is on numerical treatment and a multitude of algorithms adopted in modern satellite trajectory computation are described in detail.Numerous exercises and applications are provided and supplemented by a unique collection of computer programs with associated C++ source codes. The CD-ROM that was provided with previous printings of this edition has been replaced by a zip-archive made available on Springer’s ExtraMaterials server http://extras.springer.com/. These programs are built around a powerful spaceflight dynamics library well suited to the development of individual applications.' to='' the='' development='' of='' individual='' applications.An extensive collection of Internet resources is provided through WWW hyperlinks to detailed and frequently updated online information on spaceflight dynamics.The book addresses students and scientists working in the field of navigation, geodesy and spaceflight technology, as well as satellite engineers and operators focusing on spaceflight dynamics.

Satellite Orbits -Models, Methods, and Applications has been written as a compre­ hensive textbook that guides the reader through the theory and practice of satellite orbit prediction and determination. Starting from the basic principles of orbital mechanics, it covers elaborate force models as weH as precise methods of satellite tracking and their mathematical treatment. A multitude of numerical algorithms used in present-day satellite trajectory computation is described in detail, with proper focus on numerical integration and parameter estimation. The wide range of levels provided renders the book suitable for an advanced undergraduate or gradu­ ate course on spaceflight mechanics, up to a professional reference in navigation, geodesy and space science. Furthermore, we hope that it is considered useful by the increasing number of satellite engineers and operators trying to obtain a deeper understanding of flight dynamics. The idea for this book emerged when we realized that documentation on the methods, models and tools of orbit determination was either spread over numerous technical and scientific publications, or hidden in software descriptions that are not, in general, accessible to a wider community. Having worked for many years in the field of spaceflight dynamics and satellite operations, we tried to keep in c10se touch with questions and problems that arise during daily work, and to stress the practical aspects of orbit determination. Nevertheless, our interest in the underlying physics motivated us to present topics from first principles, and make the book much more than just a cookbook on spacecraft trajectory computation.

<p>Both authors are working for the German Space Flight Center near Munich and the book reflects their own long experience in this field</p><p>This very modern book fills a gap in literature dealing with the rapidly expanding field of satellite missions</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

9783540672807

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astrophysics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Astronomy, Observations and Techniques/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Geophysics/Earth Sciences/Earth and Environmental Sciences/Physical Sciences//Space Physics/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//

978-0-387-98691-3

The Secret of Golf is in the Swing.- The First look at the golf stroke.- A second look at the golf stroke.- Variations on Parameters brings new Understanding of the Golf Swing.- The energy of the swing.- Producing power with precision.- Developing your own golf stroke.- The aerodynamics of golf.- When the clubhead meets the ball.- The Harry Vardon swing.- The matching of clubs.- The flexibility of shafts.- Examining the handicap system.- On short putts.- References.- Technical Appendices.- Index.

Improve your golf game by learning the underlying fundamentals of the golf swing in this acclaimed, unique contribution to the sport. Finally, you’ll understand:

why shortening your backswing doesn’t substantially decrease clubhead velocity
what components contribute to the optimal swing and what variations are acceptable
how and why properly shifting your weight adds to distance
why a golf ball behaves and spins as it does
and much more.
Written by a physicist after some twenty years of research, Physics of Golf is the only book devoted exclusively to explaining the science behind a successful golf game. Technical appendices offer details for the so inclined. The revised and expanded second now offers you:

-new material on high-tech club designs
-a complete new chapter on short putts
-additional applications of physics to the problems every player faces.


'Jorgensen tells golfers what they ought to be doing and why, the correct technique according to the principles of physics.' -Golf Weekly
'…gives new insights and precise views into the forces and torques developed in the downswing…Thank you, Dr. Jorgensen…We will all treasure your book.' -American Golf Pro
'The heart of golfer Ted Jorgensen’s delightful book lies in his analysis of the swing of the golf club and how, armed with insights from that analysis, you, he and I might all swing the club better and play better golf…[The book] is designed to be accessible to the casual reader while satisfying the critical student. But first word or last, for anyone who has swung a golf club, the book is fun to read.' -Physics Today
'This very enjoyable book covers most aspects of golf from the swing, to club selection, golf balls, and human motion.' -Applied Mechanics Review

9780387986913

10.1007/978-1-4419-8618-4

Ugo Amaldi, Europ. Organization for Nuclear Research, Genève 23, Switzerland

Introduction.- The First Fifty Years.- Small Accelerators Get Bigger.- The Last Fifty Years.- Matter-Particles And Force-Particles.- Searching For The Higgs Field.- An Expected Discovery, Susy And Beyond.- The Beginnings of Accelerators in Medicine.- Accelerators Which Heal.- Epilogue: CERN Reverts The March Of Time.

Rather than focusing on the contributions of theoretical physicists to the understanding of the subatomic world and of the beginning of the universe - as most popular science books on particle physics do - this book is different in that, firstly, the main focus is on machine inventors and builders and, secondly, particle accelerators are not only described as discovery tools but also for their contributions to tumour diagnosis and therapy. The characters of well-known (e.g. Ernest Lawrence) and mostly unknown actors (e.g. Nicholas Christofilos) are outlined, including many colourful quotations. The overall picture supports the author’s motto: “Physics is beautiful and useful”. Advance appraisal:“Accelerators go all the way from the unique and gargantuan Large Hadron Collider to thousands of smaller versions in hospitals and industry. Ugo Amaldi has experience across the range. He has worked at CERN and has for many years been driving the application of accelerators in medicine. This is a must-read introduction to this frontier of modern technology, written beautifully by a world expert.”Frank Close, Professor of Physics at Oxford University
author of 'The Infinity Puzzle'“This book should be read by school teachers and all those interested in the exploration of the microcosm and its relation to cosmology, and in the use of accelerators for medical applications. With a light hand and without formulae the author easily explains complicated matters, spicing up the text with amusing historical anecdotes. His reputation as an outstanding scientist in all the fields treated guarantees high standards.”Herwig Schopper, former CERN Director General 
author of 'LEP - The Lord of the Collider Rings at CERN'“This book tells the story of modern physics with an unusual emphasis on the machine-builders who made it all possible, and their machines.  Learning to accelerate  particles has enabled physicists to probe the subatomic world and gain a deeper understanding of the cosmos.  It has also brought numerous benefits to medicine, from the primitive X-ray machines of over a century ago to today's developments in hadron therapy for cancer.  Amaldi tells this story in a most fascinating way.” Edward Witten, Professor of  Mathematical Physics at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton; Fields Medal (1990)

Rather than focusing on the contributions of theoretical physicists to the understanding of the subatomic world and of the beginning of the universe - as most popular science books on particle physics do - this book is different in that, firstly, the main focus is on machine inventors and builders and, secondly, particle accelerators are not only described as discovery tools but also for their contributions to tumour diagnosis and therapy. The characters of well-known (e.g. Ernest Lawrence) and mostly unknown actors (e.g. Nicholas Christofilos) are outlined, including many colourful quotations. The overall picture supports the author’s motto: “Physics is beautiful and useful”.Advance appraisal:“Accelerators go all the way from the unique and gargantuan Large Hadron Collider to thousands of smaller versions in hospitals and industry. Ugo Amaldi has experience across the range. He has worked at CERN and has for many years been driving the application of accelerators in medicine. This is a must-read introduction to this frontier of modern technology, written beautifully by a world expert.”Frank Close, Professor of Physics at Oxford University
author of 'The Infinity Puzzle'“This book should be read by school teachers and all those interested in the exploration of the microcosm and its relation to cosmology, and in the use of accelerators for medical applications. With a light hand and without formulae the author easily explains complicated matters, spicing up the text with amusing historical anecdotes. His reputation as an outstanding scientist in all the fields treated guarantees high standards.”Herwig Schopper, former CERN Director General
author of 'LEP - The Lord of the Collider Rings at CERN'“This book tells the story of modern physics with an unusual emphasis on the machine-builders who made it all possible, and their machines. Learning to accelerate particles has enabled physicists to probe the subatomic world and gain a deeper understanding of the cosmos. It has also brought numerous benefits to medicine, from the primitive X-ray machines of over a century ago to today's developments in hadron therapy for cancer. Amaldi tells this story in a most fascinating way.”Edward Witten, Professor of Mathematical Physics at the Institute for Advanced Study in Princeton; Fields Medal (1990)

<p>Presents the history of particle accelerators and of their inventors and promoters</p><p>Contains personal recollections of fifty years spent in a growing international laboratory, CERN</p><p>Illustrates the paths leading from X ray discovery to the Higgs boson</p><p>Presents self-explaining images of the life of the Universe from one millionth of a millionth of a second to 400 000 years after the Big Bang</p><p>Description by a protagonist of the accelerators application to diagnosis and therapy of cancer</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

Ugo Amaldi has worked at CERN for thirty-five years, participating in and leading numerous experiments in particle physics and giving, in particular, significant contributions to the study of weak interactions and the unification of the fundamental forces. For thirteen years he has been spokesperson of DELPHI - one of CERN's international collaborations at the accelerator LEP, predecessor of LHC. Already in the 1950s he developed an interest in medical physics; in 1992 he came back to this subject with the creation of the TERA Foundation, which promotes research in oncological hadron therapy. In 2011, as a result of Amaldi's initiative, the Italian National Hadrontherapy Center for Cancer Treatment CNAO was opened in Pavia. In the last thirty years more than one third of the Italian high-school pupils have studied physics on his textbooks.

9783319088693

/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Nuclear and Particle Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Life Sciences/Health Sciences//Radiology/Life Sciences/Health Sciences//Accelerator Physics/Applied and Technical Physics/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences//Cosmology/Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences/Physics and Astronomy/Physical Sciences/

978-3-642-30255-8

Rudolf Kippenhahn, MPI für Physik und Astrophysik Inst. Extraterrestrische Physik, Göttingen, Germany; Alfred Weigert, Universität Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany; Achim Weiss, Max-Planck-Institut für Astrophysik, Garching, Germany

,978-3-540-58013-3,978-3-540-50211-1,978-3-642-61524-5,978-3-642-61523-8

Part I The Basic Equations.- 1 Coordinates, Mass Distribution, and Gravitational Field in Spherical Stars.- 2 Conservation of Momentum.- 3 The Virial Theorem.- 4 Conservation of Energy.-  5 Transport of Energy by Radiation and Conduction.- 6 Stability Against Local, Non-spherical Perturbations.- 7 Transport of Energy by Convection.- 8 The Chemical Composition.- 9 Mass Loss.- Part II The Overall Problem.- 10 The Differential Equations of Stellar Evolution.- 11 Boundary Conditions.- 12 Numerical Procedure.- Part III Properties of Stellar Matter.- 13 The Perfect Gas with Radiation.- 14 Ionization.- 15 The Degenerate Electron Gas.- 16 The Equation of State of Stellar Matter.- 17 Opacity.- 18 Nuclear Energy Production.- Part IV Simple Stellar Models.- 19 Polytropic Gaseous Spheres.- 20 Homology Relations.- 21 Simple Models in the U–V Plane.- 22 The Zero Age Main-Sequence.- 23 Other Main-Sequences.- 24 The Hayashi Line.- 25 Stability Considerations.- Part V Early Stellar Evolution.- 26 The Onset of Star Formation.- 27 The Formation of Protostars.- 28 Pre-Main-Sequence Contraction.- 29 From the Initial to the Present Sun.- 30 Evolution on the Main-Sequence.- Part VI Post-Main-Sequence Evolution.- 31 Evolution Through Helium Burning – Intermediate-Mass Stars.- 32 Evolution Through Helium Burning – Massive Stars.- 33 Evolution Through Helium Burning – Low-Mass Stars.- Part VII Late Phases of Stellar Evolution.- 34 Evolution on the Asymptotic Giant Branch.- 35 Later Phases of Core Evolution.- 36 Final Explosions and Collapse.- Part VIII Compact Objects.- 37 White Dwarfs.- 38 Neutron Stars.- 39 Black Holes.- Part IX Pulsating Stars.- 40 Adiabatic Spherical Pulsations.- 41 Non-adiabatic Spherical Pulsations.- 42 Non-radial Stellar Oscillations.- Part X Stellar Rotation.- 43 The Mechanics of Rotating Stellar Models.- 44 The Thermodynamics of Rotating Stellar Models.- 45 The Angular-Velocity Distribution in Stars.- References.- Index.

This long-awaited second edition of the classical textbook on Stellar Structure and Evolution by Kippenhahn and Weigert is a thoroughly revised version of the original text. Taking into account modern observational constraints as well as additional physical effects such as mass loss and diffusion, Achim Weiss and Rudolf Kippenhahn have succeeded in bringing the book up to the state-of-the-art with respect to both the presentation of stellar physics and the presentation and interpretation of current sophisticated stellar models. The well-received and proven pedagogical approach of the first edition has been retained.

The book provides a comprehensive treatment of the physics of the stellar interior and the underlying fundamental processes and parameters. The models developed to explain the stability, dynamics and evolution of the stars are presented and great care is taken to detail the various stages in a star’s life. Just as the first edition, which remained a standard work for more than 20 years after its first publication, the second edition will be of lasting value not only for students but also for active researchers in astronomy and astrophysics.

This long-awaited second edition of the classical textbook on Stellar Structure and Evolution by Kippenhahn and Weigert is a thoroughly revised version of the original text. Taking into account modern observational constraints as well as additional physical effects such as mass loss and diffusion, Achim Weiss and Rudolf Kippenhahn have succeeded in bringing the book up to the state-of-the-art with respect to both the presentation of stellar physics and the presentation and interpretation of current sophisticated stellar models. The well-received and proven pedagogical approach of the first edition has been retained.

The book provides a comprehensive treatment of the physics of the stellar interior and the underlying fundamental processes and parameters. The models developed to explain the stability, dynamics and evolution of the stars are presented and great care is taken to detail the various stages in a star’s life. Just as the first edition, which remained a standard work for more than 20 years after its first publication, the second edition will be of lasting value not only for students but also for active researchers in astronomy and astrophysics.

<p>Long awaited 2nd edition of a standard textbook</p><p>Thoroughly updated in collaboration with Achim Weiss</p><p>Famous for its clear pedagogical style</p><p>Takes into account modern observational constraints and additional physical effects</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p><p>Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras</p>

Rudolf Kippenhahn is author of very successful academic astronomy books as well of a large number of best-selling popular science books on astronomy, atomic physics and cryptology. From 1965-1975 he was professor for astronomy and astrophysics in Göttingen, Germany, and from 1975-1991 he was the director of the Max-Planck Institute for Astrophysics in Garching. He has received several medals and awards including the Eddington medal by the Royal Astronomical Society and the Karl-Schwarzschild medal of the Astronomische Gesellschaft. Alfred Weigert was professor for astrophysics at the University of Hamburg, Germany. His research forcussed on the simulation of stellar evolution and on the solution of the set of equations describing the structure of stars. He was not only Rudolf Kippenhahn’s co-author of the first edition of Stellar Structure and Evolution, but also author (with Heinrich J. Wendker) of the successful German introductory textbook “Astronomie und Astrophysik”. He died in 1992. Achim Weiss is an astrophysicist at the Max-Planck Instiute for Astrophysics in Garching and lecturer at the Ludwig-Maximilians University in Munich, Germany. Dr. Weiss’ research interests are on stellar evolution of low- and intermediate mass stars, population synthesis and AGB- and post-AGB evolution.

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10.1007/978-3-642-30304-3

Daniel Grumiller, TU Wien, Vienna, Austria; Mohammad Mehdi Sheikh-Jabbari, Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences, Tehran, Iran

Introduction.- Basic concepts and tools.- Classical aspects.- Advanced concepts.- Semiclassical aspects.- Expert topics.- Quantum aspects.- Outlook.- Solutions to Exercises.- Appendices.

This textbook gradually introduces the reader to several topics related to black hole physics with a didactic approach. It starts with the most basic black hole solution, the Schwarzschild metric, and discusses the basic classical properties of black hole solutions as seen by different probes. Then it reviews various theorems about black hole properties as solutions to Einstein gravity coupled to matter fields, conserved charges associated with black holes, and laws of black hole thermodynamics. Next, it elucidates semiclassical and quantum aspects of black holes, which are relevant in ongoing and future research. The book is enriched with many exercises and solutions to assist in the learning.<div>The textbook is designed for physics graduate students who want to start their research career in the field of black holes; postdocs who recently changed their research focus towards black holes and want to get up-to-date on recent and current research topics; advanced researchers intendingto teach (or learn) basic and advanced aspects of black hole physics and the associated mathematical tools. Besides general relativity, the reader needs to be familiar with standard undergraduate physics, like thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics. Moreover, familiarity with basic quantum field theory in Minkowski space is assumed. The book covers the rest of the needed background material in the main text or the appendices.</div>

This textbook gradually introduces the reader to several topics related to black hole physics with a didactic approach. It starts with the most basic black hole solution, the Schwarzschild metric, and discusses the basic classical properties of black hole solutions as seen by different probes. Then it reviews various theorems about black hole properties as solutions to Einstein gravity coupled to matter fields, conserved charges associated with black holes, and laws of black hole thermodynamics. Next, it elucidates semiclassical and quantum aspects of black holes, which are relevant in ongoing and future research. The book is enriched with many exercises and solutions to assist in the learning.The textbook is designed for physics graduate students who want to start their research career in the field of black holes; postdocs who recently changed their research focus towards black holes and want to get up-to-date on recent and current research topics; advanced researchers intending to teach (or learn) basic and advanced aspects of black hole physics and the associated mathematical tools. Besides general relativity, the reader needs to be familiar with standard undergraduate physics, like thermodynamics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics. Moreover, familiarity with basic quantum field theory in Minkowski space is assumed. The book covers the rest of the needed background material in the main text or the appendices.

Highlights the geometrical and quantum information aspects of black holesFocuses on key astronomical observations of black holes, such as the gravitational waves detectionIncludes a plethora of exercises and tips for solutions

Daniel Grumiller is an Austrian physicist and a Professor at the Institute for Theoretical Physics (ITP) at TU Wien in Vienna. He received his PhD from there in 2001 and joined the ITP faculty in 2009 after postdoc positions at Leipzig U. and MIT. His main research covers black hole holography and 'lower-dimensional' gravity, on which he has been lecturing since 2004. His long-term research goal is a comprehensive understanding of quantum gravity, in particular the fate of evaporating black holes and their microscopic structure.

M.M. Sheikh-Jabbari is an Iranian physicist and a Professor at Institute for Research in Fundamental Sciences (IPM) in Tehran. He received his PhD from Sharif Uni. in Tehran in Feb. 1998 and joined IPM as a faculty member in Jan. 2005, after some years of postdoctoral fellowships at IPM, ICTP (Trieste, Italy) and Stanford Uni. His main research covers different areas in Theoretical High Energy Physics, of course including various aspects of black holes, while he has worked on cosmology, in particular the early universe, inflationary models and particle physics phenomenology.

9783031103421

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Chapter1: Fundamental concepts.- Chapter2: Fusion nuclear reactions.- Chapter3: Collisions and basic plasma physics.- Chapter4: Energy gain and loss mechanisms in plasmas and reactors.- Chapter5: Magnetic confinement.- Chapter6: Magnetohydrodynamic stability.- Chapter7: Transport.- Chapter8: Stellarators.- Chapter9: Plasma heating in magnetic fusion devices.- Chapter10: Inertial Fusion.- Chapter11: Fusion technology.- Chapter12: Economics, environmental, and safety issues.

<div>The pursuit of nuclear fusion as an energy source requires a broad knowledge of several disciplines. These include plasma physics, atomic physics, electromagnetics, materials science, computational modeling, superconducting magnet technology, accelerators, lasers, and health physics. Nuclear Fusion distills and combines these disparate subjects to create a concise and coherent foundation to both fusion science and technology. It examines all aspects of physics and technology underlying the major magnetic and inertial confinement approaches to developing nuclear fusion energy. It further chronicles latest developments in the field, and reflects the multi-faceted nature of fusion research, preparing advanced undergraduate and graduate students in physics and engineering to launch into successful and diverse fusion-related research.
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</div><div>Nuclear Fusion reflects Dr. Morse’s research in both magnetic and inertial confinement fusion, working with the world’s top laboratories, and embodies his extensive thirty-five year career in teaching three courses in fusion plasma physics and fusion technology at University of California, Berkeley.</div></div><div>
</div><div>Combines theory, experiments, and technology into a single teaching text and reference
Written in a concise style, accessible to both physicists and engineers
Presents computation on an equal footing with analytic theory
Emphasizes the underlying basic science for all of the material presented
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</div>Dr. Edward Morse is Professor of Nuclear Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. He has authored over 140 publications in the areas of plasma physics, mathematics, fusion technology, lasers, microwave sources, neutron imaging, plasma diagnostics, and homeland security applications. For several years he operated the largest fusion neutron source in the US. Frequently consultedby the media to explain the underlying science and technology of nuclear energy policy and events, Dr. Morse is also a consultant and expert witness in applications of fusion neutrons to oil exploration.
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<div><div>The pursuit of nuclear fusion as an energy source requires a broad knowledge of several disciplines. These include plasma physics, atomic physics, electromagnetics, materials science, computational modeling, superconducting magnet technology, accelerators, lasers, and health physics. Nuclear Fusion distills and combines these disparate subjects to create a concise and coherent foundation to both fusion science and technology. It examines all aspects of physics and technology underlying the major magnetic and inertial confinement approaches to developing nuclear fusion energy. It further chronicles latest developments in the field, and reflects the multi-faceted nature of fusion research, preparing advanced undergraduate and graduate students in physics and engineering to launch into successful and diverse fusion-related research.
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</div><div>Nuclear Fusion reflects Dr. Morse’s research in both magnetic and inertial confinement fusion, working with the world’s top laboratories, and embodies his extensive thirty-five year career in teaching three courses in fusion plasma physics and fusion technology at University of California, Berkeley.</div></div>