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Mechanics: Dynamical Systems: An Introduction to Optimal Estimation of Dynamical Systems (Paperback)

This text 1s designed to introduce the fundamentals of esti- mation to engineers scientists and applied mathematicians. The level of the presentation should be accessible to senior under- graduates and should prove especially well-suited as a self... more

Mechanics: Dynamical Systems: The Behaviour of Nonlinear Vibrating Systems (Paperback)

The purpose of this book is to provide students practicing engineers and scientists with a treatment of nonlinear phenomena occurring in physical systems. Although only mechanical models are used the theory applies to all physical systems governed by... more

Selected Papers of Demetrios G. Magiros: Applied Mathematics Nonlinear Mechanics and Dynamical Systems Analysis (Paperback)

The theory of nonlinear oscillations and stability of motion is a fundamental part of the study of numerous real world phenomena. These phenomena particularly auto-oscillations of the first and second kind capture para- metric subharmonic and... more

Mechanics: Dynamical Systems: Inverse Problems in Vibration (Paperback)

The last thing one settles in writing a book is what one should put in first. Pascal s Pensees Classical vibration theory is concerned in large part with the infinitesimal (i. e. linear) undamped free vibration of various discrete or continuous bodies.... more

Mechanics: Dynamical Systems: Stochastic Methods in Structural Dynamics (Hardcover)

This book is based on a number of lectures presented at CISM* -Course on Stochastic Methods in Structural Mechanics August 28 -30 1985 in Udine Italy. The chapters presented here are either expanded and/or updated versions of these lectures. The... more

Mechanics: Dynamical Systems: Stochastic Methods in Structural Dynamics (Paperback)

This book is based on a number of lectures presented at CISM* -Course on Stochastic Methods in Structural Mechanics August 28 -30 1985 in Udine Italy. The chapters presented here are either expanded and/or updated versions of these lectures. The... more

Applied Mathematical Sciences (Springer): Infinite Dimensonal Dynamical Systems in Mechanics and Physics

In this book the author presents the dynamical systems in infinite dimension especially those generated by dissipative partial differential equations. This book attempts a systematic study of infinite dimensional dynamical systems generated by... more

Mathematical Physics Studies: Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Statistical Mechanics: Continuous Systems (Paperback)

This monograph is devoted to quantum statistical mechanics. It can be regarded as a continuation of the book Mathematical Foundations of Classical Statistical Mechanics. Continuous Systems (Gordon & Breach SP 1989) written together with my colleagues... more

Pre-Owned Statistical Mechanics and the Physics of Many-Particle Model Systems (Hardcover 9789813145627) by Alexander Leonidovich Kuzemsky

9789813145627. Pre-Owned: Good condition. Hard cover. Language: English. Pages: 1260. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 1260 p. The book is devoted to the study of the correlation effects in many-particle systems. It presents the advanced methods of... more

Mathematical Physics Studies: Mathematical Foundations of Quantum Statistical Mechanics: Continuous Systems (Hardcover)

This monograph is devoted to quantum statistical mechanics. It can be regarded as a continuation of the book Mathematical Foundations of Classical Statistical Mechanics. Continuous Systems (Gordon & Breach SP 1989) written together with my colleagues... more

Lecture Notes in Physics: Coherent Structures in Complex Systems: Selected Papers of the XVII Sitges Conference on Statistical Mechanics Held at Sitges Barcelona Spain 5-9 June 2000. Preliminary Ve

Coherent Structures in Complex Systems: Selected Papers of the XVII Sitges Conference on Statistical Mechanics Held at Sitges Barcelona Spain 5-9 June 2000. Preliminary Version more

Advances in Statistical Mechanics: Introduction to Stochastic Processes and Nonequilibrium Statistical Physics an (Revised Edition) (Hardcover)

This book aims to provide a compact and unified introduction to the most important aspects in the physics of non-equilibrium systems. It first introduces stochastic processes and some modern tools and concepts that have proved their usefulness to deal... more

The Dynamical Behaviour of Our Planetary System (Hardcover)

Preface. Theoretical Dynamics. Scattering by Resonances; A. Neishtadt. Non-Integrability in Hamiltonian Mechanics; S. Ichtiaroglou. Regular and Irregular Periodic Orbits; G. Contopoulos E. Grousouzakou. Universal Properties of Escape in Dynamical... more

Pre-Owned Statistical Mechanics (Paperback) 0080189946 9780080189949

The text is confined to the study of the equilibrium states of physical systems. It is well illustrated with numerous graphs and a large number of problems are included. more

Lecture Notes in Physics: Statistical Mechanics of Biocomplexity: Proceedings of the XV Sitges Conference Held at Sitges Barcelona Spain 8-12 June 1998 (Paperback)

This book demonstrates the usefulness of tools from statistical mechanics for biology. It includes the new tendencies in topics like membranes vesicles microtubules molecular motors DNA protein folding phase transitions in biological systems evolution... more

Cambridge Lecture Notes in Physics Nonequilibrium Statistical Mechanics in One Dimension (Hardcover)

This book reviews one-dimensional reactions dynamics diffusion and adsorption. In studies of complex systems in biology chemistry and physics understanding can be gained by analytical and numerical analyses of simple models. This book presents review... more

Molecular Networking: Statistical Mechanics in the Age of AI and Machine Learning (Hardcover)

The book builds on an analogy between social groups and assemblies of molecules to introduce the concepts of statistical mechanics machine learning and data science. Applications to systems at the cutting-edge of research e.g. environmental and energy... more

Statistical Mechanics (Hardcover)

The book is aimed at undergraduate students in their senior year and first year graduate students. It elucidates the basis of thermodynamics and provides a basis for the understanding of not only the thermodynamic properties of a microscopic system but... more

Pre-Owned Equilibrium Statistical Mechanics (Dover Books on Physics) Paperback

Key features include an elementary introduction to probability distribution functions and uncertainty; a review of the concept and significance of energy; and various models of physical systems. 1968 edition. CONDITION – USED: Books sold are in... more

Non-Equilibrium Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics: Foundations and Applications (Hardcover)

`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. It is a pedagogic introduction a... more

Nonequilibrium Statistical Mechanics in One Dimension (Cambridge Lecture Notes in Physics) - Privman Vladimir

This book reviews one-dimensional reactions dynamics diffusion and adsorption. In studies of complex systems in biology chemistry and physics understanding can be gained by analytical and numerical analyses of simple models. This book presents review... more

Statistical Mechanics of Stationary Homogeneous Hydromagnetic Turbulence (Paperback)

This book presents a comprehensive analysis of hydromagnetic turbulence a phenomenon that can be observed in a wide range of natural and industrial systems. R.H. Kraichnan is a pioneer in the field of theoretical physics and has made significant... more

Concepts and Methods in Modern Theoretical Chemistry: Statistical Mechanics (Hardcover)

Concepts and Methods in Modern Theoretical Chemistry: Statistical Mechanics the second book in a two-volume set focuses on the dynamics of systems and phenomena. A new addition to the series Atoms Molecules and Clusters this book offers chapters... more

Mathematics and Its Applications: Algebraic Integrability of Nonlinear Dynamical Systems on Manifolds: Classical and Quantum Aspects (Hardcover)

In recent times it has been stated that many dynamical systems of classical mathematical physics and mechanics are endowed with symplectic structures given in the majority of cases by Poisson brackets. Very often such Poisson structures on... more

Applied Mathematical Sciences: Piecewise-Smooth Dynamical Systems: Theory and Applications (Paperback)

This book presents a coherent framework for understanding the dynamics of piecewise-smooth and hybrid systems. An informal introduction motivates the ubiquity of such models via examples from mechanics electronics control theory and physiology. The key... more

Dynamics Reported. New: Dynamics Reported: Expositions in Dynamical Systems (Paperback)

This book contains four contributions in the field of dynamical systems. The topics treated are also related to functional analysis probabability theory Hamiltonian systems and classical mechanics. All the authors give a careful and readable... more

Solid Mechanics and Its Applications: Iutam Symposium on Interaction Between Dynamics and Control in Advanced Mechanical Systems: Proceedings of the Iutam Symposium Held in Eindhoven the Netherlands

During the last decades applications of dynamical analysis in advanced often nonlinear engineering systems have been evolved in a revolutionary way. In this context one can think of applications in aerospace engineering like satellites in naval... more

Solid Mechanics and Its Applications: Iutam Symposium on Interaction Between Dynamics and Control in Advanced Mechanical Systems: Proceedings of the Iutam Symposium Held in Eindhoven the Netherlands

During the last decades applications of dynamical analysis in advanced often nonlinear engineering systems have been evolved in a revolutionary way. In this context one can think of applications in aerospace engineering like satellites in naval... more

Solid Mechanics and Its Applications: Nonlinear Dynamic Phenomena in Mechanics (Hardcover)

Nonlinear phenomena should play a crucial role in the design and control of engineering systems and structures as they can drastically change the prevailing dynamical responses. This book covers theoretical and applications-based problems of nonlinear... more

Solid Mechanics and Its Applications: Iutam Symposium on New Applications of Nonlinear and Chaotic Dynamics in Mechanics: Proceedings of the Iutam Symposium Held in Ithaca Ny U.S.A. 27 July-1 Augus

It is two decades since Mitchell Feigenbaum s landmark papers on period doubling and the modern beginnings of what is now called Chaos Theory . From the very beginning mechanics has been a central focus for modem nonlinear dynamical systems. Fluid... more

Springer Theses: On Generalised Statistical Equilibrium and Discrete Quantum Gravity (Paperback)

Absolute concepts of time and energy are integral to standard thermal physics but background independent systems are devoid of them. This thesis explores the foundational question of generalising equilibrium statistical mechanics to background... more

Disordered and Complex Systems: London United Kingdom 10-1

This text arose from a conference on disordered and complex systems held at Kings College London. It takes a broad view of the topic containing articles on glassy systems and neural networks information geometry quantum chaos reaction-diffusion... more

Solid Mechanics and Its Applications: Dynamics and Vibrations: Progress in Nonlinear Analysis (Hardcover)

This book examines nonlinear equations in dynamical and vibratory systems using the latest analytical and numerical methods. It strikes a balance between theory and practice fundamentals and advanced subjects and generality and specialization. more

A Modern Approach to Classical Mechanics (Hardcover)

The approach to classical mechanics adopted in this book includes and stresses recent developments in nonlinear dynamical systems. The concepts necessary to formulate and understand chaotic behavior are presented. Besides the conventional topics (such... more

Astrophysics and Space Science Library: Integrable Problems of Celestial Mechanics in Spaces of Constant Curvature (Hardcover)

Introd uction The problem of integrability or nonintegrability of dynamical systems is one of the central problems of mathematics and mechanics. Integrable cases are of considerable interest since by examining them one can study general laws of... more

Communications and Control Engineering: Nonsmooth Mechanics: Models Dynamics and Control (Paperback)

Thank you for opening the second edition of this monograph which is devoted to the study of a class of nonsmooth dynamical systems of the general form: :: i; = g(x u) (0. 1) f(x t) 2: 0 where x E JRn is the system s state vector u E JRm is the vector... more

Nonlinear Physical Systems: Spectral Analysis Stability and Bifurcations (Hardcover)

Bringing together 18 chapters written by leading experts in dynamical systems operator theory partial differential equations and solid and fluid mechanics this book presents state-of-the-art approaches to a wide spectrum of new and challenging... more

Theoretical and Mathematical Physics: Many-Body Boson Systems: Half a Century Later (Paperback)

This book offers a modern way of dealing with the problems of equilibrium states of Bose systems. Starting with the variation principle of statistical mechanics and the energy-entropy balance principle as equilibrium criteria results for general boson... more