Thermodynamics of Chaotic Systems: An Introduction (Cambridge Nonlinear Science Series, Series Number 4) - Hardcover

Beck, Christian; Schögl, Friedrich

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521433673 ISBN 13: 9780521433679

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1993

Synopsis

This book deals with the various thermodynamic concepts used for the analysis of nonlinear dynamical systems.

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Review

"...for theoreticians interested in critical phenomena and related subjects, it is well worth reading and rereading...highly recommended for both individuals and libraries." R.J. Becker, Applied Merchanics Review

"...well-written and clearly organized. The authors have tried to write a pedagogical introduction, and for the most part have succeeded...accessible to a wide audience....the presentation is concise in a way that brings out the basic structure of the theory. There is a clear place for an introductory book written in this style in a field like the thermodynamics of chaos, where the primary literature is mainly concerned with detail...I enjoyed reading this excellent book. I can easily recommend it to any reader who finds the subject matter of interest. Its pedagogical quality makes it accessible to the interested novice and its clarity of organization will make it useful to experts." Joseph Bryngelson, Journal of Statistical Physics

"...many important ideas are sketched...this monograph will be welcomed by nonmathematicians: no advanced mathematical knowledge is required, and the authors explain complicated concepts by first working out a simple example. Mathematicians will be grateful for the explanations (difficult to find elsewhere) on the terminology from statistical mechanics..." Viviane Baladi

Book Description

The book is written for students and scientists working in physics and related fields. It deals with thermodynamic methods used in nonlinear dynamics, a special branch of statistical physics. An easily readable introduction, the book can also be used as a textbook for special courses.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1993
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521433673
• ISBN 13: 9780521433679
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 306