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Colloidal Active Matter

Concepts, Experimental Realizations, and Models

by Francesc Sagués Mestre ...

Series series Advances in Biochemistry and Biophysics
What do bird flocks, bacterial swarms, cell tissues, and cytoskeletal fluids have in common? They are all examples of active matter. This book explores how scientists in various disciplines, from physics to biology, have collated a solid corpus of experimental designs and theories during the last two decades to decipher active systems.The book addresses, from a multidisciplinary viewpoint, the ... Read more

$68.99 USD

What do bird flocks, bacterial swarms, cell tissues, and cytoskeletal fluids have in common? They are all examples of active matter. This book explores how scientists in various disciplines, from physics to biology, have collated a solid corpus of experimental designs and theories during the last two decades to decipher active systems.The book addresses, from a multidisciplinary viewpoint, the
... Read more
Spintronics Handbook, Second Edition: Spin Transport and Magnetism

Volume Three: Nanoscale Spintronics and Applications

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

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

$70.99 USD

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

by Robert Ehrlich ...

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

$39.99 USD

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

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

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

$94.99 USD

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

An Introduction

by Debasish Majumdar ...

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

$265.99 USD

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

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

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

$98.99 USD

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

by Brian Cantor, K O'Reilly ...

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

$280.00 USD

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

by Matthew Leighton ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis makes significant advances in the theoretically-grounded analysis of experimental biophysical data, applying existing and novel tools from stochastic thermodynamics to study multicomponent biological molecular machines. The work in this book derives fundamental limits, explores model systems, and develops tools for inference from experimental data, all of which allow for novel analysis ... Read more

$125.09 USD

This thesis makes significant advances in the theoretically-grounded analysis of experimental biophysical data, applying existing and novel tools from stochastic thermodynamics to study multicomponent biological molecular machines. The work in this book derives fundamental limits, explores model systems, and develops tools for inference from experimental data, all of which allow for novel analysis
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Modelling and Simulation in Plasma Physics for Physicists and Mathematicians

by Geoffrey J. Pert ...

Unveiling the Secrets of Plasma Physics: A Practical Guide to Computational SimulationsPlasma physics focuses on the most abundant state of matter in the universe, corresponding to ionized gas comprising ions and electrons. It can be created artificially and has a huge range of technological applications, from television displays to fusion energy research. Every application of plasma technology ... Read more

$134.00 USD

Unveiling the Secrets of Plasma Physics: A Practical Guide to Computational SimulationsPlasma physics focuses on the most abundant state of matter in the universe, corresponding to ionized gas comprising ions and electrons. It can be created artificially and has a huge range of technological applications, from television displays to fusion energy research. Every application of plasma technology
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Introduction to Magnetic Random-Access Memory

by Bernard Dieny, Ronald B. Goldfarb, Kyung-Jin Lee ...

Magnetic random-access memory (MRAM) is poised to replace traditional computer memory based on complementary metal-oxide semiconductors (CMOS). MRAM will surpass all other types of memory devices in terms of nonvolatility, low energy dissipation, fast switching speed, radiation hardness, and durability. Although toggle-MRAM is currently a commercial product, it is clear that future developments in ... Read more

$115.00 USD

Magnetic random-access memory (MRAM) is poised to replace traditional computer memory based on complementary metal-oxide semiconductors (CMOS). MRAM will surpass all other types of memory devices in terms of nonvolatility, low energy dissipation, fast switching speed, radiation hardness, and durability. Although toggle-MRAM is currently a commercial product, it is clear that future developments in
... Read more
Alkyne‐Based Nanostructures on Silver Substrates

by Raphael Hellwig ...

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

$89.09 USD

Acetylenic precursors are important reactants for creating carbon-based architectures via linkage reactions. While their capability of forming intermolecular bonds is well investigated in solution, very few systematic studies have been carried out to create alkyne-based nanostructures on metal substrates under ultra-high vacuum conditions. Synthesizing extended and regular carbon scaffolds
... Read more
Theoretical Modeling of Epitaxial Graphene Growth on the Ir(111) Surface

by Holly Alexandra Tetlow ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
One possible method of producing high-quality graphene is to grow it epitaxially; this thesis investigates the mechanisms involved in doing so. It describes how the initial stages of growth on the Ir(111) surface are modelled using both rate equations and kinetic Monte Carlo, based upon nudged elastic band (NEB) calculated reaction energy barriers. The results show that the decomposition mechanism ... Read more

$49.49 USD

One possible method of producing high-quality graphene is to grow it epitaxially; this thesis investigates the mechanisms involved in doing so. It describes how the initial stages of growth on the Ir(111) surface are modelled using both rate equations and kinetic Monte Carlo, based upon nudged elastic band (NEB) calculated reaction energy barriers. The results show that the decomposition mechanism
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Raman Spectroscopy in Graphene Related Systems

by Ado Jorio, Mildred S. Dresselhaus, Riichiro Saito, Gene Dresselhaus ...

Raman spectroscopy is the inelastic scattering of light by matter. Being highly sensitive to the physical and chemical properties of materials, as well as to environmental effects that change these properties, Raman spectroscopy is now evolving into one of the most important tools for nanoscience and nanotechnology. In contrast to usual microscopyrelated techniques, the advantages of using light ... Read more

$134.00 USD

Raman spectroscopy is the inelastic scattering of light by matter. Being highly sensitive to the physical and chemical properties of materials, as well as to environmental effects that change these properties, Raman spectroscopy is now evolving into one of the most important tools for nanoscience and nanotechnology. In contrast to usual microscopyrelated techniques, the advantages of using light
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Nanomechanics in van der Waals Heterostructures

by Matthew Holwill ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Micro/nano-mechanical systems are a crucial part of the modern world providing a plethora of sensing and actuation functionalities used in everything from the largest cargo ships to the smallest hand-held electronics; from the most advanced scientific and medical equipment to the simplest household items. Over the past few decades, the processes used to produce these devices have improved, ... Read more

$89.09 USD

Micro/nano-mechanical systems are a crucial part of the modern world providing a plethora of sensing and actuation functionalities used in everything from the largest cargo ships to the smallest hand-held electronics; from the most advanced scientific and medical equipment to the simplest household items. Over the past few decades, the processes used to produce these devices have improved,
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Mesoscale Models

From Micro-Physics to Macro-Interpretation

Edited by Sinisa Mesarovic, Samuel Forest, Hussein Zbib ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
The book helps to answer the following questions: How far have the understanding and mesoscale modeling advanced in recent decades, what are the key open questions that require further research and what are the mathematical and physical requirements for a mesoscale model intended to provide either insight or a predictive engineering tool? It is addressed to young researchers including doctoral ... Read more

$143.09 USD

The book helps to answer the following questions: How far have the understanding and mesoscale modeling advanced in recent decades, what are the key open questions that require further research and what are the mathematical and physical requirements for a mesoscale model intended to provide either insight or a predictive engineering tool? It is addressed to young researchers including doctoral
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Enhanced Optical and Electric Manipulation of a Quantum Gas of KRb Molecules

by Jacob P. Covey ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis describes significant advances in experimental capabilities using ultracold polar molecules. While ultracold polar molecules are an idyllic platform for quantum chemistry and quantum many-body physics, molecular samples prior to this work failed to be quantum degenerate, were plagued by chemical reactions, and lacked any evidence of many-body physics. These limitations were overcome by ... Read more

$89.09 USD

This thesis describes significant advances in experimental capabilities using ultracold polar molecules. While ultracold polar molecules are an idyllic platform for quantum chemistry and quantum many-body physics, molecular samples prior to this work failed to be quantum degenerate, were plagued by chemical reactions, and lacked any evidence of many-body physics. These limitations were overcome by
... Read more
The gm/ID Methodology, a sizing tool for low-voltage analog CMOS Circuits

The semi-empirical and compact model approaches

by Paul Jespers ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
In "The gm/ID Methodology, a Sizing Tool for Low-Voltage Analog CMOS Circuits", we compare the semi-empirical to the compact model approach. Small numbers of parameters make the compact model attractive for the model paves the way towards analytic expressions unaffordable otherwise. The E.K.V model is a good candidate, but when it comes to short channel devices, compact models are either ... Read more

$116.09 USD

In "The gm/ID Methodology, a Sizing Tool for Low-Voltage Analog CMOS Circuits", we compare the semi-empirical to the compact model approach. Small numbers of parameters make the compact model attractive for the model paves the way towards analytic expressions unaffordable otherwise. The E.K.V model is a good candidate, but when it comes to short channel devices, compact models are either
... Read more
Topological Insulators

Dirac Equation in Condensed Matters

by Shun-Qing Shen ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Topological insulators are insulating in the bulk, but process metallic states present around its boundary owing to the topological origin of the band structure. The metallic edge or surface states are immune to weak disorder or impurities, and robust against the deformation of the system geometry. This book, the first of its kind on topological insulators, presents a unified description of ... Read more

$152.09 USD

Topological insulators are insulating in the bulk, but process metallic states present around its boundary owing to the topological origin of the band structure. The metallic edge or surface states are immune to weak disorder or impurities, and robust against the deformation of the system geometry. This book, the first of its kind on topological insulators, presents a unified description of
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Solid State Physics

An Introduction

by Philip Hofmann ...

Filling a gap in the literature for a brief course in solid state physics, this is a clear and concise introduction that not only describes all the basic phenomena and concepts, but also discusses such advanced issues as magnetism and superconductivity. This textbookassumes only basic mathematical knowledge on the part of the reader and includes more than 100 discussion questions and some 70 ... Read more

$65.00 USD

Filling a gap in the literature for a brief course in solid state physics, this is a clear and concise introduction that not only describes all the basic phenomena and concepts, but also discusses such advanced issues as magnetism and superconductivity. This textbookassumes only basic mathematical knowledge on the part of the reader and includes more than 100 discussion questions and some 70
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Progress in Nanoscale Characterization and Manipulation

Edited by Rongming Wang, Chen Wang, Hongzhou Zhang, Jing Tao, Xuedong Bai ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book focuses on charged-particle optics and microscopy, as well as their applications in the materials sciences. Presenting a range of cutting-edge theoretical and methodological advances in electron microscopy and microanalysis, and examining their crucial roles in modern materials research, it offers a unique resource for all researchers who work in ultramicroscopy and/or materials research ... Read more

$107.09 USD

This book focuses on charged-particle optics and microscopy, as well as their applications in the materials sciences. Presenting a range of cutting-edge theoretical and methodological advances in electron microscopy and microanalysis, and examining their crucial roles in modern materials research, it offers a unique resource for all researchers who work in ultramicroscopy and/or materials research
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Counter Electrodes for Dye-Sensitized and Perovskite Solar Cells

Edited by Sining Yun, Anders Hagfeldt ...

A guide to one of the most important aspects for affordable and highly efficient dye-sensitized solar cellsDye-sensitized solar cells have the potential to be one of the most promising photovoltaic technologies for production of renewable and clean energy. Counter Electrodes for Dye-Sensitized and Perovskite Solar Cells offers an introduction to the various types of counter electrode catalysts for ... Read more

$286.00 USD

A guide to one of the most important aspects for affordable and highly efficient dye-sensitized solar cellsDye-sensitized solar cells have the potential to be one of the most promising photovoltaic technologies for production of renewable and clean energy. Counter Electrodes for Dye-Sensitized and Perovskite Solar Cells offers an introduction to the various types of counter electrode catalysts for
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Theoretical and Experimental Studies on Non-Fourier Heat Conduction Based on Thermomass Theory

by Hai-Dong Wang ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book mainly focuses on the theoretical and experimental study of non-Fourier heat conduction behavior. A novel thermomass theory is used as the theoretical basis, which provides a general heat conduction equation for the accurate prediction of non-Fourier heat conduction. In order to prove the validity of this thermomass theory, a large current was used to heat the metallic nanofilm at the ... Read more

$89.09 USD

This book mainly focuses on the theoretical and experimental study of non-Fourier heat conduction behavior. A novel thermomass theory is used as the theoretical basis, which provides a general heat conduction equation for the accurate prediction of non-Fourier heat conduction. In order to prove the validity of this thermomass theory, a large current was used to heat the metallic nanofilm at the
... Read more
Magnetism and Transport Phenomena in Spin-Charge Coupled Systems on Frustrated Lattices

by Hiroaki Ishizuka ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
In this thesis, magnetism and transport phenomena in spin-charge coupled systems on frustrated lattices are theoretically investigated, focusing on Ising-spin Kondo lattice models and using a combination of Monte Carlo simulation and other techniques such as variational calculations and perturbation theory. The emphasis of the study is on how the cooperation of spin-charge coupling and geometrical ... Read more

$89.09 USD

In this thesis, magnetism and transport phenomena in spin-charge coupled systems on frustrated lattices are theoretically investigated, focusing on Ising-spin Kondo lattice models and using a combination of Monte Carlo simulation and other techniques such as variational calculations and perturbation theory. The emphasis of the study is on how the cooperation of spin-charge coupling and geometrical
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Introduction to Solar Cells

by Ammar Nayfeh, Sabina Abdul Hadi ...

Learn the physics and technology behind modern photovoltaic devicesImproving solar cell efficiencies under real-world operating conditions requires a strong understanding of the physics of light, semiconductor material and devices, as well as photovoltaic device physics and design. Introduction to Solar Cells provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the science, physics and ... Read more

$72.00 USD

Learn the physics and technology behind modern photovoltaic devicesImproving solar cell efficiencies under real-world operating conditions requires a strong understanding of the physics of light, semiconductor material and devices, as well as photovoltaic device physics and design. Introduction to Solar Cells provides a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the science, physics and
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