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Photon Management Assisted by Surface Waves on Photonic Crystals

by Angelo Angelini ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book illustrates original pathways to manipulate light at the nanoscale by means of surface electromagnetic waves (here, Bloch surface waves, BSWs) on planar dielectric multilayers, also known as one-dimensional photonic crystals. This approach is particularly valuable as it represents an effective alternative to the widely exploited surface plasmon paradigm. After a brief overview on the ... Read more

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This book illustrates original pathways to manipulate light at the nanoscale by means of surface electromagnetic waves (here, Bloch surface waves, BSWs) on planar dielectric multilayers, also known as one-dimensional photonic crystals. This approach is particularly valuable as it represents an effective alternative to the widely exploited surface plasmon paradigm. After a brief overview on the
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Non-equilibrium Thermodynamics of Superfluid Helium and Quantum Turbulence

The Richness of Non-Fourier Heat Transport

by Maria Stella Mongiovì, David Jou, Michele Sciacca ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book puts together non-equilibrium thermodynamics, heat transport properties of superfluid He II, and thermodynamic and dynamic aspects of quantum turbulence. A one-fluid extended model of superfluid helium, with heat flux as an additional independent variable, is presented and compared with the two-fluid model, to explore how both models complement each other. Important features arise in ... Read more

$89.09 USD

This book puts together non-equilibrium thermodynamics, heat transport properties of superfluid He II, and thermodynamic and dynamic aspects of quantum turbulence. A one-fluid extended model of superfluid helium, with heat flux as an additional independent variable, is presented and compared with the two-fluid model, to explore how both models complement each other. Important features arise in
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Nanoengineering, Nanobiotechnology, Nanochemistry, and Their Applications

Selected Proceedings of the 12th International Conference on Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO-2024), August 21-24, 2024, Ukraine

Edited by Olena Fesenko, Leonid Yatsenko ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book highlights some of the latest advances in nanoengineering, nanobiotechnology, and nanochemistry from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe, and beyond. It features contributions presented at the 12th International Science and Practice Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2024), held in hybrid format on August 21-24, 2024, at Uzhhorod National University. The conference was ... Read more

$269.09 USD

This book highlights some of the latest advances in nanoengineering, nanobiotechnology, and nanochemistry from leading researchers in Ukraine, Europe, and beyond. It features contributions presented at the 12th International Science and Practice Conference Nanotechnology and Nanomaterials (NANO2024), held in hybrid format on August 21-24, 2024, at Uzhhorod National University. The conference was
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Theoretische Festkörperphysik Band 1

Grundlagen: Phononen und Elektronen in Kristallen

by Gerd Czycholl ...

Series series Life Science and Basic Disciplines (German Language)
Die "Theoretische Festkörperphysik" gibt in zwei Bänden eine Einführung in Methoden, Inhalte und Ergebnisse der modernen Festkörperphysik. Der vorliegende erste Band baut auf dem Grundkurs Theoretische Physik auf, d.h. vorausgesetzt werden Kenntnisse in klassischer Mechanik, Elektrodynamik und insbesondere Quantenmechanik und Statistischer Physik. Der für die Behandlung von Vielteilchen-Effekten ... Read more

$40.49 USD

Die "Theoretische Festkörperphysik" gibt in zwei Bänden eine Einführung in Methoden, Inhalte und Ergebnisse der modernen Festkörperphysik. Der vorliegende erste Band baut auf dem Grundkurs Theoretische Physik auf, d.h. vorausgesetzt werden Kenntnisse in klassischer Mechanik, Elektrodynamik und insbesondere Quantenmechanik und Statistischer Physik. Der für die Behandlung von Vielteilchen-Effekten
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Linear Induction Accelerators for High-Power Microwave Devices

by Igor Vintizenko ...

Linear induction accelerators are successfully used as power supplies for numerous devices of relativistic high-frequency electronics. This book addresses ways to solve physical and engineering problems arising in the calculation, design, modeling and operation of linear induction accelerators intended for supplying relativistic microwave devices. It reviews and analyzes both classic and recent ... Read more

$70.99 USD

Linear induction accelerators are successfully used as power supplies for numerous devices of relativistic high-frequency electronics. This book addresses ways to solve physical and engineering problems arising in the calculation, design, modeling and operation of linear induction accelerators intended for supplying relativistic microwave devices. It reviews and analyzes both classic and recent
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Semiconductor Devices

Diodes, Transistors, Solar Cells, Charge Coupled Devices and Solid State Lasers

by Amal Banerjee ...

Series series Synthesis Collection of Technology (R0)
This book examines in detail how a semiconductor device is designed and fabricated to satisfy best the requirements of the target application. The author presents and explains both basic and state-of-art semiconductor industry standards used in large/small signal equivalent circuit models for semiconductor devices that electronics engineers routinely use in their design calculations. The ... Read more

$53.99 USD

This book examines in detail how a semiconductor device is designed and fabricated to satisfy best the requirements of the target application. The author presents and explains both basic and state-of-art semiconductor industry standards used in large/small signal equivalent circuit models for semiconductor devices that electronics engineers routinely use in their design calculations. The
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Microwave Cavities and Detectors for Axion Research

Proceedings of the 3rd International Workshop

Edited by Gianpaolo Carosi, Gray Rybka ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
The nature of dark matter remains one of the preeminent mysteries in physics and cosmology. It appears to require the existence of new particles whose interactions with ordinary matter are extraordinarily feeble. One well-motivated candidate is the axion, an extraordinarily light neutral particle that may possibly be detected by looking for their conversion to detectable microwaves in the presence ... Read more

$89.09 USD

The nature of dark matter remains one of the preeminent mysteries in physics and cosmology. It appears to require the existence of new particles whose interactions with ordinary matter are extraordinarily feeble. One well-motivated candidate is the axion, an extraordinarily light neutral particle that may possibly be detected by looking for their conversion to detectable microwaves in the presence
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An Introductory Course of Particle Physics

by Palash B. Pal ...

For graduate students unfamiliar with particle physics, An Introductory Course of Particle Physics teaches the basic techniques and fundamental theories related to the subject. It gives students the competence to work out various properties of fundamental particles, such as scattering cross-section and lifetime. The book also gives a lucid summary ... Read more

$132.99 USD

For graduate students unfamiliar with particle physics, An Introductory Course of Particle Physics teaches the basic techniques and fundamental theories related to the subject. It gives students the competence to work out various properties of fundamental particles, such as scattering cross-section and lifetime. The book also gives a lucid summary
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Diffusionics

Diffusion Process Controlled by Diffusion Metamaterials

by Fu-Bao Yang, Ji-Ping Huang ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This open access book presents a comprehensive exploration of diffusion metamaterials that control energy and mass diffusion. Currently, if from the perspective of governing equations, diffusion metamaterials and wave metamaterials (pioneered by J. B. Pendry in the 1990s) are recognised as the two most prominent branches in the field of metamaterials. These two branches differ in their emphasis on ... Read more

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This open access book presents a comprehensive exploration of diffusion metamaterials that control energy and mass diffusion. Currently, if from the perspective of governing equations, diffusion metamaterials and wave metamaterials (pioneered by J. B. Pendry in the 1990s) are recognised as the two most prominent branches in the field of metamaterials. These two branches differ in their emphasis on
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The Gaussian Approximation Potential

An Interatomic Potential Derived from First Principles Quantum Mechanics

by Albert Bartók-Pártay ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Simulation of materials at the atomistic level is an important tool in studying microscopic structures and processes. The atomic interactions necessary for the simulations are correctly described by Quantum Mechanics, but the size of systems and the length of processes that can be modelled are still limited. The framework of Gaussian Approximation Potentials that is developed in this thesis allows ... Read more

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Simulation of materials at the atomistic level is an important tool in studying microscopic structures and processes. The atomic interactions necessary for the simulations are correctly described by Quantum Mechanics, but the size of systems and the length of processes that can be modelled are still limited. The framework of Gaussian Approximation Potentials that is developed in this thesis allows
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Materials Chemistry

by Bradley D. Fahlman ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The 2nd edition of Materials Chemistry builds on the strengths that were recognized by a 2008 Textbook Excellence Award from the Text and Academic Authors Association (TAA). Materials Chemistry addresses inorganic-, organic-, and nano-based materials from a structure vs. property treatment, providing a suitable breadth and depth coverage of the rapidly evolving materials field — in a concise ... Read more

$98.09 USD

The 2nd edition of Materials Chemistry builds on the strengths that were recognized by a 2008 Textbook Excellence Award from the Text and Academic Authors Association (TAA). Materials Chemistry addresses inorganic-, organic-, and nano-based materials from a structure vs. property treatment, providing a suitable breadth and depth coverage of the rapidly evolving materials field — in a concise
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Quantum Physics in the Nanoworld

Schrödinger's Cat and the Dwarfs

by Hans Lüth ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
The second edition deals with all essential aspects of non-relativistic quantum physics up to the quantisation of fields. In contrast to common textbooks of quantum mechanics, modern experiments are described both for the purpose of foundation of the theory and in relation to recent applications. Links are made to important research fields and applications such as elementary particle physics, ... Read more

$58.49 USD

The second edition deals with all essential aspects of non-relativistic quantum physics up to the quantisation of fields. In contrast to common textbooks of quantum mechanics, modern experiments are described both for the purpose of foundation of the theory and in relation to recent applications. Links are made to important research fields and applications such as elementary particle physics,
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High-Entropy Materials

A Brief Introduction

by Yong Zhang ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book draws on the latest research to discuss the history and development of high-entropy alloys and ceramics in bulk, film, and fiber form. High-entropy materials have recently been developed using the entropy of mixing and entropy of configuration of materials, and have proven to exhibit unique properties superior to those of conventional materials. The field of high-entropy alloys was born ... Read more

$170.09 USD

This book draws on the latest research to discuss the history and development of high-entropy alloys and ceramics in bulk, film, and fiber form. High-entropy materials have recently been developed using the entropy of mixing and entropy of configuration of materials, and have proven to exhibit unique properties superior to those of conventional materials. The field of high-entropy alloys was born
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It Does Matter!: Different States of Matter (For Kiddie Learners)

Physics for Kids - Molecular Theory

by Baby Professor ...

Series series Children's Physics Books
Your child does not have to be a science geek to truly understand the different states of matter. This picture book will serve as an excellent introduction to the subject. With the concepts broken down and presented in cool graphics, young learners will be encouraged to study and love these fundamental scientific concepts. Grab a copy of this book today! ... Read more

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Your child does not have to be a science geek to truly understand the different states of matter. This picture book will serve as an excellent introduction to the subject. With the concepts broken down and presented in cool graphics, young learners will be encouraged to study and love these fundamental scientific concepts. Grab a copy of this book today!
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Lithium Batteries

Science and Technology

by Christian Julien, Alain Mauger, Ashok Vijh, Karim Zaghib ...

Series series Energy (R0)
The book focuses on the solid-state physics, chemistry and electrochemistry that are needed to grasp the technology of and research on high-power Lithium batteries. After an exposition of fundamentals of lithium batteries, it includes experimental techniques used to characterize electrode materials, and a comprehensive analysis of the structural, physical, and chemical properties necessary to ... Read more

$224.09 USD

The book focuses on the solid-state physics, chemistry and electrochemistry that are needed to grasp the technology of and research on high-power Lithium batteries. After an exposition of fundamentals of lithium batteries, it includes experimental techniques used to characterize electrode materials, and a comprehensive analysis of the structural, physical, and chemical properties necessary to
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Advanced Nanotechnologies for Detection and Defence against CBRN Agents

Edited by Plamen Petkov, Dumitru Tsiulyanu, Cyril Popov, Wilhelm Kulisch ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This volume gives a broad overview of advanced technologies for detection and defence against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) agents. It provides chapters addressing the preparation and characterization of different nanoscale materials (metals, oxides, glasses, polymers, carbon-based, etc.) and their applications in fields related to security and safety. In addition, it ... Read more

$188.09 USD

This volume gives a broad overview of advanced technologies for detection and defence against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) agents. It provides chapters addressing the preparation and characterization of different nanoscale materials (metals, oxides, glasses, polymers, carbon-based, etc.) and their applications in fields related to security and safety. In addition, it
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Elements Of Nuclei

Many-body Physics With The Strong Interaction

by Philip J. Siemens, Asksel S. Jensen ...

In the present volume, Phillip J. Siemens, who has been a seminal contributor to our understanding of the nucleus as a many-body system, and his able collabourator, Aksel S. Jensen, introduce graduate students and colleagues in other fields to the basic concepts of nuclear physics in a way which connects clearly the methods of nuclear physics with those of condensed matter, atomic, and particle ... Read more

$84.99 USD

In the present volume, Phillip J. Siemens, who has been a seminal contributor to our understanding of the nucleus as a many-body system, and his able collabourator, Aksel S. Jensen, introduce graduate students and colleagues in other fields to the basic concepts of nuclear physics in a way which connects clearly the methods of nuclear physics with those of condensed matter, atomic, and particle
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Waves and Optics

by Harish Parthasarathy ...

This book covers all aspects of waves and optics ranging from one dimensional waves in a vibrating string, two dimensional waves in a vibrating membrane, both of which are transverse, three dimensional electromagneticwaves generated by radiating antennas and longitudinal sound/pressure waves in an air column.Note: T&F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, ... Read more

$280.00 USD

This book covers all aspects of waves and optics ranging from one dimensional waves in a vibrating string, two dimensional waves in a vibrating membrane, both of which are transverse, three dimensional electromagneticwaves generated by radiating antennas and longitudinal sound/pressure waves in an air column.Note: T&F does not sell or distribute the Hardback in India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan,
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Gamma Ray Imaging

Technology and Applications

Edited by Junwei Du, Krzysztof (Kris) Iniewski ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book will provide readers with a good overview of some of the most recent advances in the field of detector technology for gamma-ray imaging, especially as it pertains to new applications. There will be a good mixture of general chapters in both technology and applications in medical imaging and industrial testing. The book will have an in-depth review of the research topics from world ... Read more

$58.49 USD

This book will provide readers with a good overview of some of the most recent advances in the field of detector technology for gamma-ray imaging, especially as it pertains to new applications. There will be a good mixture of general chapters in both technology and applications in medical imaging and industrial testing. The book will have an in-depth review of the research topics from world
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Microstructural Randomness and Scaling in Mechanics of Materials

by Martin Ostoja-Starzewski ...

Series series Modern Mechanics and Mathematics
An area at the intersection of solid mechanics, materials science, and stochastic mathematics, mechanics of materials often necessitates a stochastic approach to grasp the effects of spatial randomness. Using this approach, Microstructural Randomness and Scaling in Mechanics of Materials explores numerous stochastic models and methods used in the m ... Read more

$280.00 USD

An area at the intersection of solid mechanics, materials science, and stochastic mathematics, mechanics of materials often necessitates a stochastic approach to grasp the effects of spatial randomness. Using this approach, Microstructural Randomness and Scaling in Mechanics of Materials explores numerous stochastic models and methods used in the m
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Semiconductors and Semimetals, Part 2

by Martin Hafermann, Sarah Walden ...

Series Book 117 - Semiconductors and Semimetals
This two-part book Volume on Semiconductor Metamaterials will survey the state-of-the-art in material platforms for optical metasurfaces. Part 1 will focus on materials for active metasurfaces, including tuning and sensing applications and will include chapters on Phase-Change Materials, Phase-Transition Materials and Soft Matter materials, as well as metasurface materials for polarization sensing ... Read more

$220.49 USD

This two-part book Volume on Semiconductor Metamaterials will survey the state-of-the-art in material platforms for optical metasurfaces. Part 1 will focus on materials for active metasurfaces, including tuning and sensing applications and will include chapters on Phase-Change Materials, Phase-Transition Materials and Soft Matter materials, as well as metasurface materials for polarization sensing
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Percolation Theory Using Python

by Anders Malthe-Sørenssen ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This course-based open access textbook delves into percolation theory, examining the physical properties of random media—materials characterized by varying sizes of holes and pores. The focus is on both the mathematical foundations and the computational and statistical methods used in this field. Designed as a practical introduction, the book places particular emphasis on providing a comprehensive ... Read more

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This course-based open access textbook delves into percolation theory, examining the physical properties of random media—materials characterized by varying sizes of holes and pores. The focus is on both the mathematical foundations and the computational and statistical methods used in this field. Designed as a practical introduction, the book places particular emphasis on providing a comprehensive
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Colloids and the Depletion Interaction

by Henk N.W. Lekkerkerker, Remco Tuinier, Mark Vis ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This open access book provides a detailed exploration of the phase behaviour of, and interfacial properties in, complex colloidal mixtures (e.g., clay, milk, blood). Insights into colloids have been at the heart of many innovations in different industries. The big question underlying these innovations is how can colloidal systems be formulated and designed towards the desired properties? To do ... Read more

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This open access book provides a detailed exploration of the phase behaviour of, and interfacial properties in, complex colloidal mixtures (e.g., clay, milk, blood). Insights into colloids have been at the heart of many innovations in different industries. The big question underlying these innovations is how can colloidal systems be formulated and designed towards the desired properties? To do
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Thermal Properties of Nanofluids

by Taher Armaghani, Ramin Ghasemiasl ...

Thermal Properties of Nanofluids presents emerging prospects for understanding and controlling thermophysical properties at the nanoscale. It covers a comprehensive study of recent progress concerning these properties from the solid state to colloids and, above all, a different look at the effect of temperature on nanofluids’ thermal conducting.Introducing various techniques for measuring solid ... Read more

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Thermal Properties of Nanofluids presents emerging prospects for understanding and controlling thermophysical properties at the nanoscale. It covers a comprehensive study of recent progress concerning these properties from the solid state to colloids and, above all, a different look at the effect of temperature on nanofluids’ thermal conducting.Introducing various techniques for measuring solid
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