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Solid State Chemistry An Introduction

Solid State Chemistry An Introduction

Solid State Chemistry: An Introduction presents a wide range of the synthetic and physical techniques used to prepare and characterize solids. Going beyond this this largely nonmathematical introduction to solid state chemistry includes the bonding and electronic magnetic electrical and optical properties of solids. Solids of particular interest – porous solids superconductors and nanostructures are included. Practical examples of applications and modern developments are given. It offers students the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-life situations and serve them well throughout their degree course. | Solid State Chemistry An Introduction

GBP 39.99
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Rock Mechanics An Introduction

Rock Mechanics An Introduction

Rock mechanics is a multidisciplinary subject combining geology geophysics and engineering and applying the principles of mechanics to study the engineering behavior of the rock mass. With wide application a solid grasp of this topic is invaluable to anyone studying or working in civil mining petroleum and geological engineering. Rock Mechanics: An Introduction presents the fundamental principles of rock mechanics in a clear easy-to-comprehend manner for readers with little or no background in this field. The text includes a brief introduction to geology and covers stereographic projections laboratory testing strength and deformation of rock masses slope stability foundations and more. The authors—academics who have written several books in geotechnical engineering—have used their extensive teaching experience to create this accessible textbook. They present complex material in a lucid and simple way with numerical examples to illustrate the concepts providing an introductory book that can be used as a textbook in civil and geological engineering programs and as a general reference book for professional engineers. | Rock Mechanics An Introduction

GBP 44.99
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Astrobiology An Introduction

Astrobiology An Introduction

Astrobiology is a multidisciplinary pursuit that in various guises encompasses astronomy chemistry planetary and Earth sciences and biology. It relies on mathematical statistical and computer modeling for theory and space science engineering and computing to implement observational and experimental work. Consequently when studying astrobiology a broad scientific canvas is needed. For example it is now clear that the Earth operates as a system; it is no longer appropriate to think in terms of geology oceans atmosphere and life as being separate. Reflecting this multiscience approach Astrobiology: An Introduction:Covers topics such as stellar evolution cosmic chemistry planet formation habitable zones terrestrial biochemistry and exoplanetary systemsDiscusses the origin evolution distribution and future of life in the universe in an accessible manner sparing calculus curly arrow chemistry and modeling detailsContains problems and worked examples and includes a solutions manual with qualifying course adoptionAstrobiology: An Introduction provides a full introduction to astrobiology suitable for university students at all levels. | Astrobiology An Introduction

GBP 44.99
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An Introduction To Artificial Intelligence

An Introduction To Artificial Intelligence

An authoritative and accessible one-stop resource An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence presents the first full examination of AI. Designed to provide an understanding of the foundations of artificial intelligence it examines the central computational techniques employed by AI including knowledge representation search reasoning and learning as well as the principal application domains of expert systems natural language vision robotics software agents and cognitive modeling. Many of the major philosophical and ethical issues of AI are also introduced. Throughout the volume the authors provide detailed well-illustrated treatments of each topic with abundant examples and exercises. The authors bring this exciting field to life by presenting a substantial and robust introduction to artificial intelligence in a clear and concise coursebook form. This book stands as a core text for all computer scientists approaching AI for the first time.

GBP 180.00
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Cosmic Ray Physics An Introduction to The Cosmic Laboratory

Cosmic Ray Physics An Introduction to The Cosmic Laboratory

This book introduces you to the physics of cosmic rays charged particles which reach us from known – and maybe unknown – sources in the cosmos. Starting from a brief history of this fascinating field it reviews what we know about the creation of elements in the Big Bang and inside stars. It explains cosmic accelerators reaching fabulous energies. It follows the life cycle of cosmic rays all the way from their sources to detection near on or below Earth. The central three chapters cover what we know about them at the level of the solar system the Milky Way and the Universe at large. Up-to-date experimental results are presented in detail showing how they are obtained and interpreted. The book provides an accessible overview of this lively and diversified research field. It will be of interest to undergraduate physics students beginning their studies on astronomy cosmology and particle physics. It is also accessible to the general public by concentrating mathematical and technical detail into Focus Boxes. Key features: Complete introductory overview of cosmic ray physics Covers the origins acceleration transport mechanisms and detection of these particles Mathematical and technical detail is kept separate from the main text | Cosmic Ray Physics An Introduction to The Cosmic Laboratory

GBP 49.99
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Advanced Calculus An Introduction to Modern Analysis

Advanced Calculus An Introduction to Modern Analysis

Advanced Calculus: An Introduction to Modem Analysis an advanced undergraduate textbook provides mathematics majors as well as students who need mathematics in their field of study with an introduction to the theory and applications of elementary analysis. The text presents inan accessible form a carefully maintained balance between abstract concepts and applied results ofsignificance that serves to bridge the gap between the two- or three-cemester calculus sequence andsenior/graduate level courses in the theory and appplications of ordinary and partial differentialequations complex variables numerical methods and measure and integration theory. The book focuses on topological concepts such as compactness connectedness and metric spaces and topics from analysis including Fourier series numerical analysis complex integration generalizedfunctions and Fourier and Laplace transforms. Applications from genetics spring systems enzyme transfer and a thorough introduction to the classical vibrating string heat transfer andbrachistochrone problems illustrate this book's usefulness to the non-mathematics major. Extensiveproblem sets found throughout the book test the student's understanding of the topics andhelp develop the student's ability to handle more abstract mathematical ideas. Advanced Calculus: An Introduction to Modem Analysis is intended for junior- and senior-levelundergraduate students in mathematics biology engineering physics and other related disciplines. An excellent textbook for a one-year course in advanced calculus the methods employed in thistext will increase students' mathematical maturity and prepare them solidly for senior/graduatelevel topics. The wealth of materials in the text allows the instructor to select topics that are ofspecial interest to the student. A two- or three ll?lester calculus sequence is required for successfuluse of this book. | Advanced Calculus An Introduction to Modern Analysis

GBP 59.99
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Seeing the Unseen. Geophysics and Landscape Archaeology

Seeing the Unseen. Geophysics and Landscape Archaeology

SEEING THE UNSEEN. GEOPHYSICS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHAEOLOGY is a collection of papers presented at the advanced XV International Summer School in Archaeology ‘Geophysics for Landscape Archaeology’ (Grosseto Italy 10-18 July 2006). Bringing together the experience of some of the world’s greatest experts in the field of archaeological prospection the focus of this book is not so much on the analysis of single buried structures but more on researching the entire landscape in all its multi-period complexity. The book is divided into two parts. The first part concentrates on the theoretical basis of the various methods illustrated for the most part through case-studies and practical examples drawn from a variety of geographical and cultural contexts. The second part focuses on the work carried out in the field during the Summer School. Tutors and students took part in the intensive application of the principal techniques of geophysical prospecting (magnetometry EM ERT and ground-penetrating radar) to locate retrieve process and interpret data for a large Roman villa-complex near Grosseto. SEEING THE UNSEEN. GEOPHYSICS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHAEOLOGY provides a clear illustration of the remarkable potential of geophysical methods in the study of ancient landscapes and will be usefull to Archaeologists Geophysicists Environmental scientists and those involved in the management of cultural heritage.

GBP 59.99
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An Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics for the Nanosciences

An Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics for the Nanosciences

The book provides an accessible introduction to the principles of condensed matter physics with a focus on the nanosciences and device technologies. The basics of electronic phononic photonic superconducting optics quantum optics and magnetic properties are explored and nanoscience and device materials are incorporated throughout the chapters. Many examples of the fundamental principles of condensed matter physics are taken directly from nanoscience and device applications. This book requires a background in electrodynamics quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics at the undergraduate level. It will be a valuable reference for advanced undergraduates and graduate students of physics engineering and applied mathematics. Features Contains discussions of the basic principles of quantum optics and its importance to lasers quantum information and quantum computation. Provides references and a further reading list to additional scientific literature so that readers can use the book as a starting point to then follow up with a more advanced treatment of the topics covered. Requires only a basic background in undergraduate electrodynamics quantum mechanics and statistical mechanics. | An Introduction to Condensed Matter Physics for the Nanosciences

GBP 89.99
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Experimental Combustion An Introduction

Experimental Combustion An Introduction

Fulfilling the need for a classical approach Experimental Combustion: An Introduction begins with an overview of the key aspects of combustion—including chemical kinetics premixed flame diffusion flame and liquid droplet combustion—followed by a discussion of the general elements of measurement systems and data acquisition and analysis. In addition to these aspects thermal flow measurements gas composition measurements and optical combustion diagnostics are covered extensively. Building upon this foundation in the fundamentals the text addresses measurements instruments analyses and diagnostics specific to combustion experiments as well as: Describes the construction working principles application areas and limitations of the necessary instruments for combustion systems Familiarizes the reader with the procedure for uncertainty analysis in combustion experiments Discusses advanced optical techniques namely particle image velocimetry (PIV) laser Doppler anemometry (LDA) and planar laser-induced fluorescence (PLIF) methods From stoichiometry to smoke meters and statistical analysis Experimental Combustion: An Introduction provides a solid understanding of the underlying concepts and measurement tools required for the execution and interpretation of practical combustion experiments. | Experimental Combustion An Introduction

GBP 48.99
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Practical Handbook of Earth Science

Practical Handbook of Earth Science

This self-contained handbook provides a carefully researched compact source of key earth science information and data logically sorted by subject matter and then cross-referenced. Appealing to both experts and non-experts alike the book presents earth science and environmental science as closely intertwined. It includes tables of the global distributions of fossil fuels contrasted by tables of the distribution of non-fossil energy sources. Concise explanations cover the subject matters of geology geophysics oceans atmosphere with attention to environmental implications and resources. | Practical Handbook of Earth Science

GBP 89.99
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Superatoms An Introduction

Superatoms An Introduction

Superatoms are a growing topic of interest in nanoscience bringing the physics of electronic structure together with the chemistry of atomically precise clusters. They offer the prospect of materials design based on the targeted tunability of nanoscale building blocks creating electronic materials that can be used as everything from catalysts to computing hardware. This book is designed to be an introduction to the field covering the history of the concept and related theoretical models from cluster physics. It provides an overview of modern theoretical techniques and presents a survey of recent literature with particular emphasis on the utilization of these nanoscale building blocks. It explores the jellium model shell structure in nuclear physics and the relationship of these to the solution of the Schrödinger equation for the atom. The subsequent extension into density functional theory enables multiple examples of recent literature studies to be used to demonstrate the key concepts. This book is an ideal introduction for students looking to build bridges between cluster and condensed matter physics and the chemistry of superatoms in particular at a graduate level. | Superatoms An Introduction

GBP 42.99
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An Introduction to Fourier Analysis

An Introduction to Fourier Analysis

This book helps students explore Fourier analysis and its related topics helping them appreciate why it pervades many fields of mathematics science and engineering. This introductory textbook was written with mathematics science and engineering students with a background in calculus and basic linear algebra in mind. It can be used as a textbook for undergraduate courses in Fourier analysis or applied mathematics which cover Fourier series orthogonal functions Fourier and Laplace transforms and an introduction to complex variables. These topics are tied together by the application of the spectral analysis of analog and discrete signals and provide an introduction to the discrete Fourier transform. A number of examples and exercises are provided including implementations of Maple MATLAB and Python for computing series expansions and transforms. After reading this book students will be familiar with:• Convergence and summation of infinite series• Representation of functions by infinite series• Trigonometric and Generalized Fourier series• Legendre Bessel gamma and delta functions• Complex numbers and functions• Analytic functions and integration in the complex plane• Fourier and Laplace transforms. • The relationship between analog and digital signalsDr. Russell L. Herman is a professor of Mathematics and Professor of Physics at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. A recipient of several teaching awards he has taught introductory through graduate courses in several areas including applied mathematics partial differential equations mathematical physics quantum theory optics cosmology and general relativity. His research interests include topics in nonlinear wave equations soliton perturbation theory fluid dynamics relativity chaos and dynamical systems. | An Introduction to Fourier Analysis

GBP 42.99
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Dictionary of Geophysics Astrophysics and Astronomy

Dictionary of Geophysics Astrophysics and Astronomy

The Dictionary of Geophysics Astrophysics and Astronomy provides a lexicon of terminology covering fields such as astronomy astrophysics cosmology relativity geophysics meteorology Newtonian physics and oceanography. Authors and editors often assume - incorrectly - that readers are familiar with all the terms in professional literature. With over 4 000 definitions and 50 contributing authors this unique comprehensive dictionary helps scientists to use terminology correctly and to understand papers articles and books in which physics-related terms appear.

GBP 56.99
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Introduction to Rocket Science and Space Exploration

Introduction to Rocket Science and Space Exploration

The growing demand of space services for imaging mobile communication global positioning systems and disaster management life extension of satellites by fueling space station operations deflecting incoming asteroids and reducing debris from orbits requires reusable rockets. The chapters in the book cover understanding of the universe history of rockets space missions satellites the principle of rocketry its design and development rocket technology the solar system the environment and protection of earth and thoughts on Earth 2. 0. Features: Explores the link between universe space exploration and rocketry. Discusses topics such as protection of the Earth from asteroids debris and global warming. Includes basic methodology to be adopted to design rockets for various applications. Covers use of multi-objective optimisation to realise a system and differences in design philosophies for satellite launch. Examines material on environmental protection of the Earth. This book is aimed at senior undergraduates and professionals in aerospace engineering. | Introduction to Rocket Science and Space Exploration

GBP 74.99
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An Introduction to Inertial Confinement Fusion

An Introduction to Inertial Confinement Fusion

Newcomers to the field of inertial confinement fusion (ICF) often have difficulty establishing a clear picture of the overall field. The reason for this is because while there are many books devoted to special topics within the field there is none that provides an overview of the field as a whole. An Introduction to Inertial Confinement Fusion fills this gap with an overview of the processes involved in ICF presented at an accessible level. After a broad overview the book follows the processes from the driver technology to burn physics in chronological order. As each topic appears the author details the physical concepts and obstacles. The book concludes with a look to the future prospects of the field.

GBP 59.99
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An Introduction to Gauge Theories

An Introduction to Gauge Theories

Written by world-leading experts in particle physics this new book from Luciano Maiani and Omar Benhar with contributions from the late Nicola Cabibbo is based on Feynman’s path integrals. Key elements of gauge theories are described—Feynman diagrams gauge-fixing Faddeev-Popov ghosts—as well as renormalization in Quantum Electrodynamics. Quarks and QCD interactions are introduced. Renormalization group and high momentum behaviour of the coupling constants is discussed in QED and QCD with asymptotic freedom derived at one-loop. These concepts are related to the Higgs boson and models of grand unification. … an excellent introduction to the quantum theory of gauge fields and their applications to particle physics. … It will be an excellent book for the serious student and a good reference for the professional practitioner. Let me add that scattered through the pages we can find occasional traces of Nicola Cabibbo's style. —John Iliopoulos CNRS-Ecole Normale Supérieure 
… The volume ends with an illuminating description of the expectation generated by the recent discovery of the Higgs boson combined with the lack of evidence for super-symmetric particles in the mass range 0. 6-1 TeV. —Arturo Menchaca-Rocha FinstP Professor of Physics Mexico’s National Autonomous University Former President of the Mexican Academy of Sciences Presidential Advisor …The reader is masterfully guided through the subtleties of the quantum field theory and elementary particle physics from simple examples in Quantum Mechanics to salient details of modern theory. —Mikhail Voloshin Professor of Physics University of Minnesota | An Introduction to Gauge Theories

GBP 44.99
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Thermal Radiation An Introduction

Thermal Radiation An Introduction

Thermal Radiation: An Introduction is a complete textbook for a one-semester introductory graduate course on radiative energy transfer. It bridges the gap between a basic introduction and comprehensive coverage of thermal radiation focusing on insight into radiative transfer as practiced by engineers. Covering radiative transfer among surfaces with an introduction to the effects of participating media between surfaces the book includes surface and medium property characteristics and solutions to the radiative transfer equation in simple geometries. Tailored and organized specifically to suit a one-semester graduate course in radiative heat transfer Emphasis is placed on insight into radiative transfer as practiced by engineers Discusses how radiation is incorporated into finite element analysis (FEA) codes The textbook is intended for instructors and graduate students in a first-year course on radiative heat transfer or advanced heat transfer. Supplementary resources for students and instructors are available online. | Thermal Radiation An Introduction

GBP 84.99
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Ordinary Differential Equations An Introduction to the Fundamentals

Ordinary Differential Equations An Introduction to the Fundamentals

The Second Edition of Ordinary Differential Equations: An Introduction to the Fundamentals builds on the successful First Edition. It is unique in its approach to motivation precision explanation and method. Its layered approach offers the instructor opportunity for greater flexibility in coverage and depth. Students will appreciate the author’s approach and engaging style. Reasoning behind concepts and computations motivates readers. New topics are introduced in an easily accessible manner before being further developed later. The author emphasizes a basic understanding of the principles as well as modeling computation procedures and the use of technology. The students will further appreciate the guides for carrying out the lengthier computational procedures with illustrative examples integrated into the discussion. Features of the Second Edition:Emphasizes motivation a basic understanding of the mathematics modeling and use of technologyA layered approach that allows for a flexible presentation based on instructor's preferences and students’ abilitiesAn instructor’s guide suggesting how the text can be applied to different coursesNew chapters on more advanced numerical methods and systems (including the Runge-Kutta method and the numerical solution of second- and higher-order equations)Many additional exercises including two chapters of review exercises for first- and higher-order differential equationsAn extensive on-line solution manual About the author:Kenneth B. Howell earned bachelor’s degrees in both mathematics and physics from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology and master’s and doctoral degrees in mathematics from Indiana University. For more than thirty years he was a professor in the Department of Mathematical Sciences of the University of Alabama in Huntsville. Dr. Howell published numerous research articles in applied and theoretical mathematics in prestigious journals served as a consulting research scientist for various companies and federal agencies in the space and defense industries and received awards from the College and University for outstanding teaching. He is also the author of Principles of Fourier Analysis Second Edition (Chapman & Hall/CRC 2016). | Ordinary Differential Equations An Introduction to the Fundamentals

GBP 42.99
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An Introduction to High-Pressure Science and Technology

An Introduction to High-Pressure Science and Technology

An Introduction to High-Pressure Science and Technology provides you with an understanding of the connections between the different areas involved in the multidisciplinary science of high pressure. The book reflects the deep interdisciplinary nature of the field and its close relationship with industrial applications. Thirty-nine specialists in high-pressure research guide you through the process of learning why pressure is considered a powerful scientific and technological tool how pressure can be introduced into the laboratory and which problems can be solved using this thermodynamic variable. The book presents basic thermodynamic equations and state-of-the-art computational tools. It shows how many experimental techniques when combined with pressure are powerful sources of information for understanding natural phenomena and reveal clear paths for the design of novel materials. The book also addresses the responses of microorganisms Earth constituents and icy planets to pressure.

GBP 44.99
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Engineering Geophysics

Engineering Geophysics

Engineering Geophysics connects onshore geotechnical engineering challenges to the geophysical methods that may be applied to solve them. Unknown geological conditions are a risk in construction projects and geophysical information can help to identify those risks. The book answers questions on how why and when the individual and combined methods provide the results requested. Flowcharts guide the reader to geophysical methods that can be applied for various engineering challenges and the solutions are illustrated with practical case histories. The book is intended mainly for geotechnical engineers and geologists but also for geophysicists or managers in need of an overview or brushup on geophysical methods and their practical applications. In addition it can be used by educational institutions in courses both for geotechnical engineers and geologists.

GBP 140.00
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An Introduction to Fish Migration

An Introduction to Fish Migration

Since the publication of The Migrations of Fish by Prof. Alexander Meek in 1916 a number of books have been published on this subject. However most of these books only cover one type of migratory mechanisms. This book aims to overcome this drawback by presenting a comprehensive coverage of all life history strategies—potadromy anadromy catadromy amphidromy and oceanodromy in one book. The first section of this book reviews the history of fish migration studies the main definitions and concepts related with fish migration and the main trends and challenges of fish migration research. The second section describes the main processes and patterns associated with all migratory life history strategies as well as the main problems associated with their conservation. Finally the third section provides examples of the main methodologies used to study fish migration. This book was conceived with the objective to provide undergraduate and graduate students and researchers with a comprehensive book on which they could rely. | An Introduction to Fish Migration

GBP 44.99
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An Introduction to Financial Mathematics Option Valuation

An Introduction to Financial Mathematics Option Valuation

Introduction to Financial Mathematics: Option Valuation Second Edition is a well-rounded primer to the mathematics and models used in the valuation of financial derivatives. The book consists of fifteen chapters the first ten of which develop option valuation techniques in discrete time the last five describing the theory in continuous time. The first half of the textbook develops basic finance and probability. The author then treats the binomial model as the primary example of discrete-time option valuation. The final part of the textbook examines the Black-Scholes model. The book is written to provide a straightforward account of the principles of option pricing and examines these principles in detail using standard discrete and stochastic calculus models. Additionally the second edition has new exercises and examples and includes many tables and graphs generated by over 30 MS Excel VBA modules available on the author’s webpage https://home. gwu. edu/~hdj/. | An Introduction to Financial Mathematics Option Valuation

GBP 42.99
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An Introduction To Quantum Field Theory

An Introduction To Quantum Field Theory

An Introduction to Quantum Field Theory is a textbook intended for the graduate physics course covering relativistic quantum mechanics quantum electrodynamics and Feynman diagrams. The authors make these subjects accessible through carefully worked examples illustrating the technical aspects of the subject and intuitive explanations of what is going on behind the mathematics. After presenting the basics of quantum electrodynamics the authors discuss the theory of renormalization and its relation to statistical mechanics and introduce the renormalization group. This discussion sets the stage for a discussion of the physical principles that underlie the fundamental interactions of elementary particle physics and their description by gauge field theories.

GBP 62.99
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Plasma Physics An Introduction

Plasma Physics An Introduction

Encompasses the Lectured Works of a Renowned Expert in the Field Plasma Physics: An Introduction is based on a series of university course lectures by a leading name in the field and thoroughly covers the physics of the fourth state of matter. This textbook provides a concise and cohesive introduction to plasma physics theory and offers a solid foundation for students of physics wishing to take higher level courses in plasma physics. Mathematically Rigorous but Driven by Physics The author provides an in-depth discussion of the various fluid theories typically used in plasma physics presenting non-relativistic fully ionized nondegenerate quasi-neutral and weakly coupled plasma. This second edition has been fully updated to include new content on collisions and magnetic reconnection. It contains over 80 exercises—carefully selected for their pedagogical value—with fully worked out solutions available in a separate solutions manual for professors. The material presents a number of applications and works through specific topics including basic plasma parameters the theory of charged particle motion in inhomogeneous electromagnetic fields collisions plasma fluid theory electromagnetic waves in cold plasmas electromagnetic wave propagation through inhomogeneous plasmas kinetic theory magnetohydrodynamical fluid theory and magnetic reconnection. Features Discusses fluid theory illustrated by the investigation of Langmuir sheaths Explores charged particle motion illustrated by the investigation of charged particle trapping in the earth’s magnetosphere Examines the MHD and WKB theories | Plasma Physics An Introduction

GBP 48.99
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