Statistical physics

This brief provides a modern pedagogical exposition of the mechanical approach to statistical mechanics initiated by Boltzmann with his early works (1866-1871).

Symmetry is at the heart of our understanding of matter.

This book presents a systematic and coherent approach to phase transitions and critical phenomena, namely the coherent-anomaly method (CAM theory) based on cluster mean-field approximations.

What is deep learning for those who study physics?

Presents a modern and interdisciplinary perspective on cities that combines new data with tools from statistical physics and urban economics.

This book presents cutting-edge research addressing the mathematical models used to tackle the "e;Target problem"e; as it manifests itself in a wide range of disciplines.

A fresh introduction to thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, and the study of matter for undergraduate courses.

Reference for graduate students and researchers in particle physics, gravitation, cosmology, atomic-optical and condensed matter physics.

Unraveling the mystery of the negative thermal expansion of liquid water has been a challenge for scientists for centuries.

This book provides a complete introduction into spatial networks.

Textbook on statistical physics for graduate and advanced undergraduate courses.

Thermodynamics can never be made easy, but with the right approach and a consistent use of scientific terms it can be made less opaque, and it can give a person, who is prepared to try, an insight into how science explains why things happen the way they do.

This textbook provides a theoretical background for contemporary trends in solid-state theory and semiconductor device physics.

Thermodynamics in Materials Science, Second Edition is a clear presentation of how thermodynamic data is used to predict the behavior of a wide range of materials, a crucial component in the decision-making process for many materials science and engineering applications.

Delivers a clear and concise exposition of key topics in statistical physics, accompanied by detailed derivations and practice problems.

The Mathematics of Thermal Modeling, Second Edition, provides an introduction to the basics of the mathematics and physics needed to understand and use the physical principles employed in constructing models of a number of aspects of thermal modeling in industrial processes, notably laser welding; most of the techniques are applicable to many other technological processes, however.

This book highlights cutting-edge topics in contemporary physics, discussing exciting advances and new forms of thinking in evolving fields with emphases both on natural phenomena and applications to modern engineering.

This volume of proceedings of the XXII Winter Meeting on Statistical Physics provides an overview of the subjects of current interest in statistical physics.

Statistical mechanics provides a framework for relating the properties of macroscopic systems (large collections of atoms, such as in a solid) to the microscopic properties of its parts.

This book presents the experimental development of an information-powered engine inspired by the famous thought experiment, Maxwell's demon, to understand its potential to produce energy for practical purposes.

A fascinating investigation into the foundations of statistical inference This publication examines the distinct philosophical foundations of different statistical modes of parametric inference.

The importance and the beauty of modern quantum field theory resides in the power and variety of its methods and ideas, which find application in domains as different as particle physics, cosmology, condensed matter, statistical mechanics and critical phenomena.

Algebraic structures including vector space, groups, topological spaces and more, all covered in one volume, showing the mutual connections.

Graduate-level textbook examining important results and analytical techniques through a step-by-step presentation of the structure and function of complex networks.

Once again faithful to its goal of making string theory accessible to undergraduates - and now also covers AdS/CFT correspondence.

Stochastic descriptions of a harmonic oscillator can be obtained by adding additive noise, or/and three types of multiplicative noise: random frequency, random damping and random mass.

This book explores Lieb's Simplified approach to the ground state of systems of interacting bosons.

This book of problems and solutions in classical mechanics is dedicated to junior or senior undergraduate students in physics, engineering, applied mathematics, astronomy, or chemistry who may want to improve their problems solving skills, or to freshman graduate students who may be seeking a refresh of the material.

This book is a rewritten and annotated version of Leo P.

This book focuses on phonons and electrons, which the student needs to learn first in solid state physics.

Over 130 years ago, James Clerk Maxwell introduced his hypothetical "e;demon"e; as a challenge to the scope of the second law of thermodynamics.

This book introduces an approach to protein folding from the point of view of kinetic theory.

A comprehensive textbook covering the applications of string theory methods and the mathematics of AdS/CFT to areas of condensed matter physics.

This new edition of College Physics Essentials provides a streamlined update of a major textbook for algebra-based physics.

Offbeat Physics: Machines, Meditations and Misconceptions is a collection of articles on various topics in classical physics that have intrigued the author and their students throughout the years.

Learn classical thermodynamics alongside statistical mechanics and how macroscopic and microscopic ideas interweave with this fresh approach to the subjects.

`Non-equilibrium Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics: Foundations and Applications' builds from basic principles to advanced techniques, and covers the major phenomena, methods, and results of time-dependent systems.

This book reviews and contrasts contemporary and historical perceptions of time from scientific and intuitive human points of view.

Recent experimental evidence about the possibility of "e;absolute negative temperature"e; states in physical systems has triggered a stimulating debate about the consistency of such a concept from the point of view of Statistical Mechanics.

This textbook is based on lecture notes that the author delivered at Qiuzhen College (Tsinghua University), a Chinese institution known for its exceptionally talented mathematics students.

A look at Statistical Physics by renowned Russia-Soviet physicist Yuri Klimontovich of the Moscow State University, MSU Faculty of Physics.

A broad introduction and overview of current interdisciplinary studies on complexity, this volume is an ideal starting point for scientists and graduate students who wish to enter the field.

This engaging introduction to statistical reasoning will teach you how to apply powerful statistical tools in a technical context.

Presents a summary of current research on the philosophical issues inherent in the reduction of thermodynamics to statistical mechanics.

Fundamental concepts of phase transitions, such as order parameters, spontaneous symmetry breaking, scaling transformations, conformal symmetry and anomalous dimensions, have deeply changed the modern vision of many areas of physics, leading to remarkable developments in statistical mechanics, elementary particle theory, condensed matter physics and string theory.

Links thermal physics and quantum mechanics to give advanced undergraduate and graduate students a modern appreciation for this remarkable subject.

This book offers a unified perspective on the study of complex systems, with contributions written by leading scientists from various disciplines.