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Acoustic Metamaterials and Phononic Crystals

Edited by Pierre A. Deymier ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This comprehensive book presents all aspects of acoustic metamaterials and phononic crystals. The emphasis is on acoustic wave propagation phenomena at interfaces such as refraction, especially unusual refractive properties and negative refraction. A thorough discussion of the mechanisms leading to such refractive phenomena includes local resonances in metamaterials and scattering in phononic ... Read more

$188.99 USD

This comprehensive book presents all aspects of acoustic metamaterials and phononic crystals. The emphasis is on acoustic wave propagation phenomena at interfaces such as refraction, especially unusual refractive properties and negative refraction. A thorough discussion of the mechanisms leading to such refractive phenomena includes local resonances in metamaterials and scattering in phononic
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Physical Kinetics

Classical and Quantum Problems and Solutions

by Serguei N. Burmistrov ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book includes problems based on the material in the course of physical kinetics for the students of general and applied physics. It contains 60 problems with detailed solutions. The comments to the problems reflect the connection with the problems and methods of modern physical kinetics. A brief introduction gives the necessary information for solving and understanding the problems. The book ... Read more

$58.99 USD

This book includes problems based on the material in the course of physical kinetics for the students of general and applied physics. It contains 60 problems with detailed solutions. The comments to the problems reflect the connection with the problems and methods of modern physical kinetics. A brief introduction gives the necessary information for solving and understanding the problems. The book
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Theoretical Spectroscopy of Transition Metal and Rare Earth Ions

From Free State to Crystal Field

Edited by Mikhail G. Brik, Ma Chong-Geng ...

This book describes in detail the main concepts of theoretical spectroscopy of transition metal and rare-earth ions. It shows how the energy levels of different electron configurations are formed and calculated for the ions in a free state and in crystals, how group theory can help in solving main spectroscopic problems, and how the modern DFT-based methods of calculations of electronic structure ... Read more

$149.99 USD

This book describes in detail the main concepts of theoretical spectroscopy of transition metal and rare-earth ions. It shows how the energy levels of different electron configurations are formed and calculated for the ions in a free state and in crystals, how group theory can help in solving main spectroscopic problems, and how the modern DFT-based methods of calculations of electronic structure
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Wide-band-gap Semiconductors

Edited by C.G. Van de Walle ...

Wide-band-gap semiconductors have been a research topic for many decades. However, it is only in recent years that the promise for technological applications came to be realized; simultaneously an upsurge of experimental and theoretical activity in the field has been witnessed. Semiconductors with wide band gaps exhibit unique electronic and optical properties. Their low intrinsic carrier ... Read more

$84.99 USD

Wide-band-gap semiconductors have been a research topic for many decades. However, it is only in recent years that the promise for technological applications came to be realized; simultaneously an upsurge of experimental and theoretical activity in the field has been witnessed. Semiconductors with wide band gaps exhibit unique electronic and optical properties. Their low intrinsic carrier
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Diffusionics

Diffusion Process Controlled by Diffusion Metamaterials

by Fu-Bao Yang, Ji-Ping Huang ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This open access book presents a comprehensive exploration of diffusion metamaterials that control energy and mass diffusion. Currently, if from the perspective of governing equations, diffusion metamaterials and wave metamaterials (pioneered by J. B. Pendry in the 1990s) are recognised as the two most prominent branches in the field of metamaterials. These two branches differ in their emphasis on ... Read more

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This open access book presents a comprehensive exploration of diffusion metamaterials that control energy and mass diffusion. Currently, if from the perspective of governing equations, diffusion metamaterials and wave metamaterials (pioneered by J. B. Pendry in the 1990s) are recognised as the two most prominent branches in the field of metamaterials. These two branches differ in their emphasis on
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Defects In Functional Materials

by Chi-chung Francis Ling, Shengqiang Zhou, Andrej Kuznetsov ...

The research of functional materials has attracted extensive attention in recent years, and its advancement nitrifies the developments of modern sciences and technologies like green sciences and energy, aerospace, medical and health, telecommunications, and information technology. The present book aims to summarize the research activities carried out in recent years devoting to the understanding ... Read more

$91.99 USD

The research of functional materials has attracted extensive attention in recent years, and its advancement nitrifies the developments of modern sciences and technologies like green sciences and energy, aerospace, medical and health, telecommunications, and information technology. The present book aims to summarize the research activities carried out in recent years devoting to the understanding
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Polymerized Ionic Liquids

Edited by Ali Eftekhari ...

Series Book 30 - Smart Materials Series
The applications of ionic liquids can be enormously expanded by arranging the organic ions in the form of a polymer architecture. Polymerized ionic liquids (PILs), also known as poly(ionic liquid)s or polymeric ionic liquids, provide almost all features of ionic polymers plus a rare versatility in design. The mechanical properties of the solid or solid-like polymers can also be controlled by ... Read more

$251.99 USD

The applications of ionic liquids can be enormously expanded by arranging the organic ions in the form of a polymer architecture. Polymerized ionic liquids (PILs), also known as poly(ionic liquid)s or polymeric ionic liquids, provide almost all features of ionic polymers plus a rare versatility in design. The mechanical properties of the solid or solid-like polymers can also be controlled by
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Simple Chemical Methods for Thin Film Deposition

Synthesis and Applications

Edited by Babasaheb R. Sankapal, Ahmed Ennaoui, Ram B. Gupta, Chandrakant D. Lokhande ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book explores chemical methods for thin film deposition with diverse nanostructured morphology and their applications. Unlike top-down techniques, chemical methods offer low cost, simplicity, and growth of nanostructured surface architecture with ease of small to large-scale area deposition. The book primarily focuses on innovative twelve chemical methods for thin-film deposition on one ... Read more

$161.99 USD

This book explores chemical methods for thin film deposition with diverse nanostructured morphology and their applications. Unlike top-down techniques, chemical methods offer low cost, simplicity, and growth of nanostructured surface architecture with ease of small to large-scale area deposition. The book primarily focuses on innovative twelve chemical methods for thin-film deposition on one
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On the Nature of Charge Density Waves, Superconductivity and Their Interplay in 1T-TiSe₂

by Chuan Chen ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis presents analytical theoretical studies on the interplay between charge density waves (CDW) and superconductivity (SC) in the actively studied transition-metal dichalcogenide 1T-TiSe2. It begins by reapproaching a years-long debate over the nature of the phase transition to the commensurate CDW (CCDW) state and the role played by the intrinsic tendency towards excitonic condensation in ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis presents analytical theoretical studies on the interplay between charge density waves (CDW) and superconductivity (SC) in the actively studied transition-metal dichalcogenide 1T-TiSe2. It begins by reapproaching a years-long debate over the nature of the phase transition to the commensurate CDW (CCDW) state and the role played by the intrinsic tendency towards excitonic condensation in
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Metamaterials and Nanophotonics

Principles, Techniques and Applications

by Kosmas L Tsakmakidis, Konstantinos G Baskourelos, Marek S Wartak ...

This monograph is a detailed introduction to the nascent and ever-evolving fields of metamaterials and nanophotonics, with key techniques and applications needed for a comprehensive understanding of these fields all detailed. These include the 'standard' and high-accuracy 'nonstandard' FDTD techniques, finite-difference frequency-domain mode solvers, the transfer matrix method, analytic ... Read more

$91.99 USD

This monograph is a detailed introduction to the nascent and ever-evolving fields of metamaterials and nanophotonics, with key techniques and applications needed for a comprehensive understanding of these fields all detailed. These include the 'standard' and high-accuracy 'nonstandard' FDTD techniques, finite-difference frequency-domain mode solvers, the transfer matrix method, analytic
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Order Parameters of Quantum Materials and Electron Microscopy

Edited by Jing Zhu ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights measurement methods for order parameters of quantum materials using electron spectroscopy. Quantum materials are a research hotspot in condensed matter physics. Their various phases and macroscopic properties are closely related to multiple order parameters in materials, including lattice, charge, spin, orbit, and topology. Modern advanced electron microscopy provides a ... Read more

$161.99 USD

This book highlights measurement methods for order parameters of quantum materials using electron spectroscopy. Quantum materials are a research hotspot in condensed matter physics. Their various phases and macroscopic properties are closely related to multiple order parameters in materials, including lattice, charge, spin, orbit, and topology. Modern advanced electron microscopy provides a
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Biomedical Electronics, Noise Shaping ADCs, and Frequency References

Advances in Analog Circuit Design 2022

Edited by Pieter Harpe, Andrea Baschirotto, Kofi A.A. Makinwa ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book is based on the 18 tutorials presented during the 30th workshop on Advances in Analog Circuit Design. Expert designers present readers with information about a variety of topics at the frontier of analog circuit design, with specific contributions focusing on analog circuits for machine learning, current/voltage/temperature sensors, and high-speed communication via wireless, wireline, or ... Read more

$107.99 USD

This book is based on the 18 tutorials presented during the 30th workshop on Advances in Analog Circuit Design. Expert designers present readers with information about a variety of topics at the frontier of analog circuit design, with specific contributions focusing on analog circuits for machine learning, current/voltage/temperature sensors, and high-speed communication via wireless, wireline, or
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MoS2

Materials, Physics, and Devices

Edited by Zhiming M. Wang ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book reviews the structure and electronic, magnetic, and other properties of various MoS2 (Molybdenum disulfide) nanostructures, with coverage of synthesis, Valley polarization, spin physics, and other topics. MoS2 is an important, graphene-like layered nano-material that substantially extends the range of possible nanostructures and devices for nanofabrication. These materials have been ... Read more

$152.99 USD

This book reviews the structure and electronic, magnetic, and other properties of various MoS2 (Molybdenum disulfide) nanostructures, with coverage of synthesis, Valley polarization, spin physics, and other topics. MoS2 is an important, graphene-like layered nano-material that substantially extends the range of possible nanostructures and devices for nanofabrication. These materials have been
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Quantum-Dot-Based Semiconductor Optical Amplifiers for O-Band Optical Communication

by Holger Schmeckebier ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This thesis examines the unique properties of gallium arsenide (GaAs)-based quantum-dot semiconductor optical amplifiers for optical communication networks, introducing readers to their fundamentals, basic parameters and manifold applications. The static and dynamic properties of these amplifiers are discussed extensively in comparison to conventional, non quantum-dot based amplifiers, and their ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This thesis examines the unique properties of gallium arsenide (GaAs)-based quantum-dot semiconductor optical amplifiers for optical communication networks, introducing readers to their fundamentals, basic parameters and manifold applications. The static and dynamic properties of these amplifiers are discussed extensively in comparison to conventional, non quantum-dot based amplifiers, and their
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Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU)/Halloysite Nanotube (HNT) Nanocomposites

Additively Manufactured Using Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM)

by Wendy Triadji Nugroho, Yu Dong, Alokesh Pramanik ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This book highlights the novel development of additively manufactured polyurethane (PU)/halloysite nanotube (HNT) nanocomposites with the optimisation of 3D printing parameters in fused deposition modelling (FDM) and nanofiller contents to influence dimensional accuracy, surface roughness, mechanical and thermal properties, as well as shape memory behaviour for potential widespread applications in ... Read more

$161.99 USD

This book highlights the novel development of additively manufactured polyurethane (PU)/halloysite nanotube (HNT) nanocomposites with the optimisation of 3D printing parameters in fused deposition modelling (FDM) and nanofiller contents to influence dimensional accuracy, surface roughness, mechanical and thermal properties, as well as shape memory behaviour for potential widespread applications in
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The Concept of Matter

A Journey from Antiquity to Quantum Physics

by Florestano Evangelisti ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
Our current concept of matter, one of scientific research’s greatest successes, represents a long journey, from questions posed during the birth of philosophy in Ancient Greece to recent advances in physics and chemistry, including Quantum Physics. This book outlines that journey. The book has three parts, each detailing a phase of the journey. The first saw the development of a conception based ... Read more

$143.99 USD

Our current concept of matter, one of scientific research’s greatest successes, represents a long journey, from questions posed during the birth of philosophy in Ancient Greece to recent advances in physics and chemistry, including Quantum Physics. This book outlines that journey. The book has three parts, each detailing a phase of the journey. The first saw the development of a conception based
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Magnetism of Surfaces, Interfaces, and Nanoscale Materials

Edited by Robert E. Camley, Zbigniew Celinski, Robert L. Stamps ...

Series Book 5 - Handbook of Surface Science
In the past 30 years, magnetic research has been dominated by the question of how surfaces and interfaces influence the magnetic and transport properties of nanostructures, thin films and multilayers. The research has been particularly important in the magnetic recording industry where the giant magnetoresistance effect led to a new generation of storage devices including hand-held memories such ... Read more

$211.99 USD

In the past 30 years, magnetic research has been dominated by the question of how surfaces and interfaces influence the magnetic and transport properties of nanostructures, thin films and multilayers. The research has been particularly important in the magnetic recording industry where the giant magnetoresistance effect led to a new generation of storage devices including hand-held memories such
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Plasticity of Boronized Layers

by M. G. Krukovich, B. A Prusakov, I. G Sizov ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book presents the physico-technical basis and current state of the technology of boronized layers. Special attention is given to the layer structure and morphology of allocated phases and distributions in a superficial zone of chemical compounds. Two- and multi-component phases of alloys and diffusion processes in a self-organizing mode are discussed. Surface hardening by boronizing increases ... Read more

$89.99 USD

This book presents the physico-technical basis and current state of the technology of boronized layers. Special attention is given to the layer structure and morphology of allocated phases and distributions in a superficial zone of chemical compounds. Two- and multi-component phases of alloys and diffusion processes in a self-organizing mode are discussed. Surface hardening by boronizing increases
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Phase Change Memory

Device Physics, Reliability and Applications

Edited by Andrea Redaelli ...

This book describes the physics of phase change memory devices, starting from basic operation to reliability issues. The book gives a comprehensive overlook of PCM with particular attention to the electrical transport and the phase transition physics between the two states. The book also contains design engineering details on PCM cell architecture, PCM cell arrays (including electrical circuit ... Read more

$215.99 USD

This book describes the physics of phase change memory devices, starting from basic operation to reliability issues. The book gives a comprehensive overlook of PCM with particular attention to the electrical transport and the phase transition physics between the two states. The book also contains design engineering details on PCM cell architecture, PCM cell arrays (including electrical circuit
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Evanescent Waves in Optics

An Introduction to Plasmonics

by Angela M. Guzman, Mario Bertolotti, Concita Sibilia ...

Series series Physics and Astronomy (R0)
This monograph provides an introductory discussion of evanescent waves and plasmons, describes their properties and uses, and shows how they are fundamental when operating with nanoscale optics. Far field optics is not suitable for the design, description, and operation of devices at this nanometre scale. Instead one must work with models based on near-field optics and surface evanescent waves. ... Read more

$134.99 USD

This monograph provides an introductory discussion of evanescent waves and plasmons, describes their properties and uses, and shows how they are fundamental when operating with nanoscale optics. Far field optics is not suitable for the design, description, and operation of devices at this nanometre scale. Instead one must work with models based on near-field optics and surface evanescent waves.
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Mechanics of Soft Materials

by Konstantin Volokh ...

Series series Engineering (R0)
This book provides a concise introduction to soft matter modelling, together with an up-to-date review of the continuum mechanical description of soft and biological materials, from the basics to the latest scientific materials. It also includes multi-physics descriptions, such as chemo-, thermo-, and electro-mechanical coupling.The new edition includes a new chapter on fractures as well as ... Read more

$49.99 USD

This book provides a concise introduction to soft matter modelling, together with an up-to-date review of the continuum mechanical description of soft and biological materials, from the basics to the latest scientific materials. It also includes multi-physics descriptions, such as chemo-, thermo-, and electro-mechanical coupling.The new edition includes a new chapter on fractures as well as
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Novel Compound Semiconductor Nanowires

Materials, Devices, and Applications

Edited by Fumitaro Ishikawa, Irina Buyanova ...

One dimensional electronic materials are expected to be key components owing to their potential applications in nanoscale electronics, optics, energy storage, and biology. Besides, compound semiconductors have been greatly developed as epitaxial growth crystal materials. Molecular beam and metalorganic vapor phase epitaxy approaches are representative techniques achieving 0D–2D quantum well, wire, ... Read more

$179.99 USD

One dimensional electronic materials are expected to be key components owing to their potential applications in nanoscale electronics, optics, energy storage, and biology. Besides, compound semiconductors have been greatly developed as epitaxial growth crystal materials. Molecular beam and metalorganic vapor phase epitaxy approaches are representative techniques achieving 0D–2D quantum well, wire,
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Soft Matter Systems for Biomedical Applications

Edited by Leonid Bulavin, Nikolai Lebovka ...

Series series Springer Nature Proceedings excluding Computer Science
This book addresses new challenges in soft matter and colloids. It presents timely reports on colloidal self-assembly, soft matters from liquid crystals, nanoparticles in liquid crystals, hydrocolloids, hybrid nanosystems, nanosuspensions, and dispersion of nanoparticles in different media, soft matter processing and modern experiments related with soft matters. ... Read more

$170.99 USD

This book addresses new challenges in soft matter and colloids. It presents timely reports on colloidal self-assembly, soft matters from liquid crystals, nanoparticles in liquid crystals, hydrocolloids, hybrid nanosystems, nanosuspensions, and dispersion of nanoparticles in different media, soft matter processing and modern experiments related with soft matters.
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Gallium Oxide

Materials Properties, Crystal Growth, and Devices

Edited by Masataka Higashiwaki, Shizuo Fujita ...

Series series Chemistry and Material Science (R0)
This book provides comprehensive coverage of the new wide-bandgap semiconductor gallium oxide (Ga₂O₃). Ga₂O₃ has been attracting much attention due to its excellent materials properties. It features an extremely large bandgap of greater than 4.5 eV and availability of large-size, high-quality native substrates produced from melt-grown bulk single crystals. Ga₂O₃ is thus a rising star among ultra ... Read more

$197.99 USD

This book provides comprehensive coverage of the new wide-bandgap semiconductor gallium oxide (Ga₂O₃). Ga₂O₃ has been attracting much attention due to its excellent materials properties. It features an extremely large bandgap of greater than 4.5 eV and availability of large-size, high-quality native substrates produced from melt-grown bulk single crystals. Ga₂O₃ is thus a rising star among ultra
... Read more

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