The Physics of Graphene

The Physics of Graphene
Author: Mikhail I. Katsnelson
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 441
Release: 2020-03-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1108597475

Leading graphene research theorist Mikhail I. Katsnelson systematically presents the basic concepts of graphene physics in this fully revised second edition. The author illustrates and explains basic concepts such as Berry phase, scaling, Zitterbewegung, Kubo, Landauer and Mori formalisms in quantum kinetics, chirality, plasmons, commensurate-incommensurate transitions and many others. Open issues and unsolved problems introduce the reader to the latest developments in the field. New achievements and topics presented include the basic concepts of Van der Waals heterostructures, many-body physics of graphene, electronic optics of Dirac electrons, hydrodynamics of electron liquid and the mechanical properties of one atom-thick membranes. Building on an undergraduate-level knowledge of quantum and statistical physics and solid-state theory, this is an important graduate textbook for students in nanoscience, nanotechnology and condensed matter. For physicists and material scientists working in related areas, this is an excellent introduction to the fast-growing field of graphene science.

Modern Charge-Density Analysis

Modern Charge-Density Analysis
Author: Carlo Gatti
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 800
Release: 2012-01-09
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9048138353

Focusing on developments from the past 10-15 years, this volume presents an objective overview of the research in charge density analysis. The most promising methodologies are included, in addition to powerful interpretative tools and a survey of important areas of research.

The Handbook of Photonics

The Handbook of Photonics
Author: Mool C. Gupta
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 1040
Release: 2018-10-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1420004697

Reflecting changes in the field in the ten years since the publication of the first edition, The Handbook of Photonics, Second Edition explores recent advances that have affected this technology. In this new, updated second edition editor Mool Gupta is joined by John Ballato, strengthening the handbook with their combined knowledge and the continued contributions of world-class researchers. New in the Second Edition: Information on optical fiber technology and the economic impact of photonics Coverage of emerging technologies in nanotechnology Sections on optical amplifiers, and polymeric optical materials The book covers photonics materials, devices, and systems, respectively. An introductory chapter, new to this edition, provides an overview of photonics technology, innovation, and economic development. Resting firmly on the foundation set by the first edition, this new edition continues to serve as a source for introductory material and a collection of published data for research and training in this field, making it the reference of first resort.

Computational Materials Discovery

Computational Materials Discovery
Author: Artem Oganov
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
Total Pages: 470
Release: 2018-10-30
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1782629610

A unique and timely book providing an overview of both the methodologies and applications of computational materials design.

Molecular Cluster Magnets

Molecular Cluster Magnets
Author: Richard Winpenny
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 312
Release: 2012
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814322954

This work covers new developments in the field of molecular nanomagnetism, complementing previous books in this area (for example the volume by Gatteschi, Sessoli and Villain on Single Molecule Magnets). The book is written by experts in the field and is intended as a compilation of critical reviews of new areas rather than a comprehensive text.

Strongly Coupled Coulomb Systems

Strongly Coupled Coulomb Systems
Author: Gabor J. Kalman
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 699
Release: 2006-03-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0306470861

The International Conference on Strongly Coupled Coulomb Systems was held on the campus of Boston College in Newton, Massachusetts, August 3–10, 1997. Although this conference was the first under a new name, it was the continuation of a series of international meetings on strongly coupled plasmas and other Coulomb systems that started with the NATO Summer Institute on Strongly Coupled Plasmas, almost exactly twenty years prior to this conference, in July of 1977 in Orleans la Source, France. Over the intervening period the field of strongly coupled plasmas has developed vigorously. In the 1977 meeting the emphasis was on computer (Monte Carlo and molecular dynamics) simulations which provided, for the first time, insight into the rich and new physics of strongly coupled fully ionizedplasmas. While theorists scrambled to provide a theoretical underpinning for these results, there was also a dearth of real experimental input to reinforce the computer simulations. Over the past few years this situation has changed drastically and a variety of direct experiments on classical, pure, strongly correlated plasma systems (charged particle traps, dusty plasmas, electrons on the surface of liquid helium, etc. ) have become available. Even more importantly, entire new area of experimental interest in condensed matter physics have opened up through developments in nano-technology and the fabrication of low-dimensional systems, where the physical behavior, in many ways, is similar to that in classical plasmas. Strongly coupled plasma physics has always been an interdisciplinaryactivity.

Introduction to Tribology

Introduction to Tribology
Author: Bharat Bhushan
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 677
Release: 2013-02-14
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1118403223

A fully updated version of the popular Introduction to Tribology, the second edition of this leading tribology text introduces the major developments in the understanding and interpretation of friction, wear and lubrication. Considerations of friction and wear have been fully revised to include recent analysis and data work, and friction mechanisms have been reappraised in light of current developments. In this edition, the breakthroughs in tribology at the nano- and micro- level as well as recent developments in nanotechnology and magnetic storage technologies are introduced. A new chapter on the emerging field of green tribology and biomimetics is included. Introduces the topic of tribology from a mechanical engineering, mechanics and materials science points of view Newly updated chapter covers both the underlying theory and the current applications of tribology to industry Updated write-up on nanotribology and nanotechnology and introduction of a new chapter on green tribology and biomimetics

Organic and Inorganic Photochemistry

Organic and Inorganic Photochemistry
Author: V. Ramamurthy
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 378
Release: 1998-08-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9780824701741

Focusing on complex naturally-occurring and synthetic supramolecular arrays, this work describes the mechanism by which transition metal complexes bind to DNA and how the DNA scaffold modifies the photochemical and photophysical properties to bound complexes. It includes details of photoinduced electron transfer between intercalated molecules, and examines thermally and photochemically induced electron transfer in supramolecular assemblies consisting of inorganic molecular building blocks.

The Insect Viruses

The Insect Viruses
Author: Lois K. Miller
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 446
Release: 1998
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780306458811

Examines insect virus families found primarily or exclusively in insects, covering all major families of insect-selective viruses except for the baculoviruses. Included are the established families of insect viruses, the newly recognized ascovirus family, and the nudiviruses. The large DNA viruses a