Cellular Automata Modeling of Physical Systems (Collection Alea-Saclay: Monographs and Texts in Statistical Physics) - Hardcover

Chopard, Bastien; Droz, Michel

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521461685 ISBN 13: 9780521461689

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1998

Synopsis

This book provides a self-contained introduction to cellular automata and lattice Boltzmann techniques. Beginning with a chapter introducing the basic concepts of this developing field, a second chapter describes methods used in cellular automata modeling. Following chapters discuss the statistical mechanics of lattice gases, diffusion phenomena, reaction-diffusion processes and non-equilibrium phase transitions. A final chapter looks at other models and applications, such as wave propagation and multiparticle fluids. With a pedagogic approach, the volume focuses on the use of cellular automata in the framework of equilibrium and non-equilibrium statistical physics. It also emphasises application-oriented problems such as fluid dynamics and pattern formation. The book contains many examples and problems. A glossary and a detailed bibliography are also included. This will be a valuable book for graduate students and researchers working in statistical physics, solid state physics, chemical physics and computer science.

About this title

Review

'The book should become a standard reference for anyone interested in cellular automata modelling.' A. Bovier, Zentralblatt für Mathematik

Book Description

This is a self-contained, pedagogic introduction to cellular automata and lattice Boltzmann techniques. It focuses on the use of cellular automata in the framework of equilibrium and non-equilibrium statistical physics and emphasises various application-oriented problems. It will be valuable for graduate students and researchers working in statistical physics, solid state physics, chemical physics and computer science.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521461685
• ISBN 13: 9780521461689
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 353