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Solid State Physics by Giuseppe Grosso and Parravicini

2013-06-04T06:24:00.001-07:00

Solid State Physics by Giuseppe Grosso and Giuseppe Pastori Parravicini explains to readers the newest advances in the area of condensed matter physics with rigorous, but lucid mathematics. Examples are an integral part of the text, and they are carefully designed to apply the fundamental principles illustrated in the text to currently active topics of research.

This text ridges the gap between fundamental principles and active fields of reserch, including explanations of all the latest advances. It is addressed to students at the graduate and advanced level, both oriented toward theoretical and experimental activity. No particular prerequisite is required, except for the ordinary working knowledge of wave mechanics. The degree of difficulty increases somewhat as the book progresses; however, the contents develop always in very gradual steps.

The material presented in the book has been assembled to make as economical as possible the didactical task of teaching, or learning, the various subjects. The general organization in chapters, and groups of chapters, is summarized in the synoptic table of contents. The first three chapters have a propaedeutic nature to the main entries of the book.

Chapter IV starts with the analysis of the electronic structure of crystals, one of the most traditional subjects in solid state physics; chapters V and VI concern the band theory of solids and a number of specific applications; the concepts of excitons and plasmons are given in chapter VII. Then, in chapters VIII and IX, the adiabatic principle and the interdependence of electronic states and lattice dynamics are studied.

Having established the electronic and vibrational structure of crystals, the successive chapters from X to XIV describe several investigative techniques of crystalline properties; these include scattering of particles, optical spectroscopy, and transport measurements. Chapters XV, XVI and XVII concern the electronic magnetism of tendentially delocalized or localized electronic systems, and cooperative magnetic effects. The final chapter is an introduction to the world of superconductivity.

From a didactical point of view, an effort is made to remain as rigorous as possible, while keeping the presentation at an accessible level. In this book, on one hand we aim to give a clear presentation of the basic physical facts, on the other hand we wish to describe them by rigorous theoretical and mathematical tools.

The technical side is given the due attention and is never considered optional; in fact, a clear supporting theoretical formalism (without being pedantic) is essential to establish the limits of the physical models, and is basic enough to allow the reader eventually to move on his or her own legs, this being the ultimate purpose of a useful book.

The various chapters are organized in a self-contained way for the contents, appendixes (if any), references, and have their own progressive numeration for tables, figures and formulae (the chapter number is added when addressing items in chapters differing from the running one). With regards to the references, these are intended only as orientative, since it is impossible to mention, let alone to comment on, all the relevant contributions of the wide literature.

Since the chapters are presented in a (reasonably) self-contained way, the lecturers and readers are not compelled to follow the order in which the various subjects are discussed; the chapters, or group of chapters, can be taken up with great flexibility, selecting those topics that best fit personal tastes or needs. We will be very interested and very pleased to receive (either directly or by correspondence) comments and suggestions from lecturers and readers.

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Modern Cosmology by Scott Dodelson

2013-06-04T05:05:00.001-07:00

Modern Cosmology PDF Download Ebook. Scott Dodelson offers foundations, calculations, and interpretations which illuminate current thinking in cosmology. This text covers the major advances in cosmology over the past decade with over 100 unique, pedagogical figures.

This text begins with an introduction to the smooth, homogeneous universe described by a Friedman-Robertson-Walker metric, including careful treatments of dark energy, big bang nucleosynthesis, recombination, and dark matter. From this starting point, the reader is introduced to perturbations about an FRW universe: their evolution with the Einstein-Boltzmann equations, their generation by primordial inflation, and their observational consequences.

These consequences include the anisotropy spectrum of the cosmic microwave background (CMB) featuring acoustic peaks and polarization, the matter power spectrum with baryonic wiggles, and their detection via photometric galaxy surveys, redshift distortions, cluster abundances, and weak lensing. The book concludes with a long chapter on data analysis.

The topics also explain in detail the structure of the acoustic peaks in the CMB, the E/B decomposition in polarization which may allow for detection of primordial gravity waves, and the modern analysis techniques used on increasingly large cosmological data sets. Readers will gain the tools needed to work in cosmology and learn how modern observations are rapidly revolutionizing our picture of the universe.

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Introduction to Cosmology by Barbara Ryden

2013-06-03T07:41:00.001-07:00

Introduction to Cosmology PDF Download Ebook. Barbara Ryden provides a rare combination of a solid foundation of the core physical concepts of cosmology and the most recent astronomical observations. The book is designed for advanced undergraduates or beginning graduate students and assumes no prior knowledge of general relativity.

An emphasis is placed on developing the readers' physical insight rather than losing them with complex math. An approachable writing style and wealth of fresh and imaginative analogies from "everyday" physics are used to make the concepts of cosmology more accessible.

The book is unique in that it not only includes recent major developments in cosmology, like the cosmological constant and accelerating universe, but also anticipates key developments expected in the next few years, such as detailed results on the cosmic microwave background. It endeavors to use the scientific method to understand the origin, evolution and ultimate fate of the entire Universe.

Like any field of science, cosmology involves the formation of theories or hypotheses about the universe which make specific predictions for phenomena that can be tested with observations. Depending on the outcome of the observations, the theories will need to be abandoned, revised or extended to accommodate the data. The prevailing theory about the origin and evolution of our Universe is the so-called Big Bang theory.

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An Introduction to Modern Cosmology 2e, Andrew Liddle

2013-06-03T07:31:00.000-07:00

An Introduction to Modern Cosmology 2nd Edition PDF Download Ebook. Andrew Liddle offers accessible introduction to this exciting and dynamic subject. This book adopts an approach grounded in physics rather than mathematics. It includes worked examples and student problems, along with hints for solving them and the numerical answers.

Many reviewers have commented that this is one of the best 'introductory undergraduate level' texts on the subject and they would all welcome a Second Edition. It is an accessible account of modern cosmological ideas. The Big Bang Cosmology is explored, looking at its observational successes in explaining the expansion and age of the universe, the existence and properties of the cosmic microwave background, and the origin of the light elements in the universe.

Properties of the very early universe are also covered, including the motivation for the theory known as cosmological inflation. The Second Edition includes additional material on observational cosmology and structure formation. The structure of the book is a central 'spine', the main chapters from one to fifteen, which provide a self-contained introduction to modem cosmology more or less reproducing the coverage of my Sussex course.

In addition there are five Advanced Topic chapters, each with prerequisites, which can be added to extend the course as desired. Ordinarily the best time to tackle those Advanced Topics is immediately aftertheir prerequisites have been attained, though they could also be included at any later stage.

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Cosmology by Steven Weinberg

2013-06-03T03:40:00.000-07:00

Cosmology PDF Download Ebook. Steven Weinberg offers detailed, self-contained, and comprehensive treatment that it gives to the ideas and formulas that are used and tested in modern cosmological research. It divides into two parts, each of which provides enough material for a one-semester graduate course.

The first part deals chiefly with the isotropic and homogeneous average universe; the second part concentrates on the departures from the average universe. Throughout the book the author presents detailed analytic calculations of cosmological phenomena, rather than just report results obtained elsewhere by numerical computation.

The book is up to date, and gives detailed accounts of topics such as recombination, microwave background polarization, leptogenesis, gravitational lensing, structure formation, and multifield inflation, that are usually treated superficially if at all in treatises on cosmology. Copious references to current research literature are supplied.

Appendices include a brief introduction to general relativity, and a detailed derivation of the Boltzmann equation for photons and neutrinos used in calculations of cosmological evolution. Also provided is an assortment of problems. This book tackles the main events of today's cosmology: cosmic acceleration observed with supernovae, the exquisite structure of the cosmic microwave background, and the evidence for dark matter.

Author pays close attention to the historical development and summarizes the observations with care. He brings deep knowledge of the underlying physics and weaves these threads together into a rich text that will be of great value to astronomers and physicists.

The first half of this book is a wonderful introduction to cosmology, suitable for a graduate course or for someone coming into the field from a neighboring region of the scientific forest. The second half is an original development of the theory for the growth of inhomogeneities in the Universe. Everyone who works on cosmology will find something to learn in this book.

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Foundations of Modern Cosmology 2nd Edition, Hawley

2013-06-01T06:01:00.000-07:00

Foundations of Modern Cosmology 2nd Edition PDF Download Ebook. John F. Hawley and Katherine A. Holcomb offer the possibility that some long-standing mysteries in cosmology might be answered, including such fundamental questions as the ultimate fate of the universe.

This text provides an accessible, thorough and descriptive introduction to the physical basis for modern cosmological theory, from the big bang to a distant future dominated by dark energy. This second edition includes the latest observational results and provides the detailed background material necessary to understand their implications, with a focus on the specific model supported by these observations, the concordance model.

Consistent with the book's title, emphasis is given to the scientific framework for cosmology, particularly the basics concepts of physics that underlie modern theories of relativity and cosmology; the importance of data and observations is stressed throughout. The book sketches the historical background of cosmology, and provides a review of the relevant basic physics and astronomy.

After this introduction, both special and general relativity are treated, before proceeding to an in-depth discussion of the big bang theory and physics of the early universe. The book includes current research areas, including dark matter and structure formation, dark energy, the inflationary universe, and quantum cosmology. The authors' website offers a wealth of supplemental information, including questions and answers, references to other sources, and updates on the latest discoveries.

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Physical Foundations of Cosmology by Viatcheslav Mukhanov

2013-06-01T05:25:00.001-07:00

Physical Foundations of Cosmology PDF Download Ebook. Viatcheslav Mukhanov takes an original approach to explain the basis of modern cosmology and show where the theoretical results come from. The book is divided into two parts; the first section deals with the homogeneous and isotropic model of the Universe, the second part discusses how inhomogeneities can explain its structure.

Established material such as the inflation and quantum cosmological perturbation are presented in great detail. The book covers established material as well as bringing the reader to the frontiers of current cosmological research by the discussion of more speculative ideas. An ideal textbook for advanced students of physics and astrophysics, all of the necessary back ground material is included in every chapter and no prior knowledge of general relativity and quantum field theory is assumed.

Mukhanov has written an excellent text in cosmology for students who have a good understanding of theoretical physics at the undergraduate level. This book contains a thorough and modern introduction to physical cosmology. There is much in this book for experts as well as serious students of cosmology. Anyone mastering the second part of it will have a firm foundation for frontier research in theoretical cosmology.

Analytical treatments of traditionally highly numerical topics – such as primordial nucleosynthesis, recombination and cosmic microwave background anisotropy – are provided, and inflation and quantum cosmological perturbation theory are covered in great detail. The reader is brought to the frontiers of current cosmological research by the discussion of more speculative ideas.

This is an ideal textbook both for advanced students of physics and astrophysics and for those with a particular interest in theoretical cosmology. Nearly every formula in the book is derived from basic physical principles covered in undergraduate courses. Each chapter includes all necessary background material and no prior knowledge of general relativity and quantum field theory is assumed.

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Foundations of Astrophysics by Barbara Ryden and Peterson

2013-06-01T05:15:00.000-07:00

Foundations of Astrophysics PDF Download Ebook. Barbara Ryden and Bradley M. Peterson provides a contemporary and complete introduction to astrophysics for astronomy and physics majors. This book is briefer and more accessible than other books in the market, and is the most up-to-date book available in this fast-changing field.

With a logical presentation and conceptual and quantitative end-of-chapter problems, the material is easier-to-grasp for introductory astrophysics readers. An informal but clear and concise writing style is infused with high interest connections that will engage physical science majors. A logical presentation makes the material accessible to students at an introductory level.

Balanced and thorough discussions of major topics are effective and to-the-point with rigor carefully incorporated as appropriate. A strong emphasis is placed on the connections between different fields of astrophysics. The conceptual explanations in this textbook are mostly pretty good, and it has lots of supplementary facts and even some cute trivia about topics in astronomy in the footnotes. Where it does less well is in mathematical proof and explanation.

I used this book in conjunction with Carroll and Ostlie in my beginning astrophysics course, and together they explained concepts with great mathematical clarity AND conceptual clarity. Individually, neither book does both those things well. The chapters about planetary science are way more detailed and understandable than the chapters about stellar evolution, galaxies, and cosmology.

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Astrophysics in a Nutshell by Dan Maoz

2013-05-30T03:03:00.001-07:00

Astrophysics in a Nutshell PDF Download Ebook. Dan Maoz offers concise but thorough introduction to the observational data and theoretical concepts underlying modern astronomy. This book is designed for advanced undergraduate science majors taking a one-semester course. This well-balanced and up-to-date textbook covers the essentials of modern astrophysics--from stars to cosmology--emphasizing the common, familiar physical principles that govern astronomical phenomena, and the interplay between theory and observation.

In addition to traditional topics such as stellar remnants, galaxies, and the interstellar medium, Astrophysics in a Nutshell introduces subjects at the forefront of modern research, including black holes, dark matter, gravitational lensing, and dark energy, all updated with some of the latest observational results.

To aid physical understanding, mathematical derivations are kept as simple, short, and clear as possible, and order-of-magnitude estimates, dimensional analysis, and scaling arguments are frequently used. These no-nonsense, "back-of-the-envelope" calculations train students to think like physicists. The book is amply illustrated with simple, clear figures and each chapter ends with a set of problems.

In addition to serving as a course textbook, it is an ideal review for a qualifying exam and a handy reference for teachers and researchers. It is the most concise and up-to-date astrophysics textbook for science majors. It contains a broad and well-balanced choice of traditional subjects and current research topics.

Author uses simple, short, and clear derivations of physical results to train students in the essential skills of order-of-magnitude analysis. There are teaching problems with each chapter. The topics provide a concise guide to the subject for advanced science undergraduates. The essentials of modern astrophysics are covered, from traditional topics such as stellar remnants and galaxies to recent research including dark matter and dark energy, while training students in order-of-magnitude analysis.

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An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics 2nd Edition, Carroll

2013-05-30T02:19:00.000-07:00

An Introduction to Modern Astrophysics 2nd Edition PDF Download Ebook. Bradley W. Carroll and Dale A. Ostlie describe the dramatic changes and advancements in astrophysics that have occurred over the past decade. The book has been updated to include the latest results from relevant fields of astrophysics and advances in our theoretical understanding of astrophysical phenomena.

The core text is geared for courses in stellar structure and evolution, while the briefer books provide additional coverage of the solar system, galactic and extragalactic astronomy, dynamics, evolution, and cosmology. Fundamental physical concepts are presented early in the book to help students understand the development of ideas in later chapters.

Each topic is approached in the context of major unresolved questions in astrophysics. A condensed overview of stellar astrophysics allows the reader to understand critical processes that affect galactic structure and evolution. Computer programs included with the text allow students to explore the physics of stars and galaxies.

In designing a curriculum, instructors can combine core and extended chapters with the optional advanced sections so as to meet their individual goals. The text emphasizes computational physics, including computer problems and on-line programs. The book includes a selection of more than 500 problems. Latest results from relevant fields of astrophysics are incorporated into the text and the figures.

Every chapter has been revised with careful attention to the clarity of arguments and explanations. The text is now offered in two derivative versions to address the needs of courses that focus on galactic and extragalactic astronomy, and cosmology. New images have been carefully selected to reflect recent developments and discoveries in astrophysics. Line art has been redrawn for greater clarity.

Additional problems have been added at the end of each chapter, and problems from the first edition have been revised and updated as appropriate. Supporting computer codes have been rewritten to improve readability and ease of use. The revised codes incorporate the latest computer language standards. The associated web site has been substantially revised and updatedto support the textbook.

The adopted system of units has been changed to SI from cgs units. The suggested readings have been updated to provide students with additional information on the latest developments in astrophysics.

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An Introduction to Stellar Astrophysics by Francis LeBlanc

2013-05-30T01:45:00.000-07:00

An Introduction to Stellar Astrophysics PDF Download Ebook. Francis LeBlanc provides an intermediate knowledge on stars whilst focusing mostly on the explanation of the functioning of stars by using basic physical concepts and observational results.

The book is divided into seven chapters, featuring both core and optional content: Basic concepts, Stellar Formation, Radiative Transfer in Stars, Stellar Atmospheres, Stellar Interiors, Nucleosynthesis and Stellar Evolution and Chemically Peculiar Stars and Diffusion.

Student-friendly features include detailed examples to help the reader better grasp the most important concepts. A list of exercises is given at the end of each chapter and answers to a selection of these are presented. Brief recalls of the most important physical concepts are needed to properly understand stars. There is summary for each chapter.

Optional and advanced sections are included which may be skipped without interfering with the flow of the core content. This book is designed to cover the most important aspects of stellar astrophysics inside a one semester (or half-year) course and as such is relevant for advanced undergraduate students following a first course on stellar astrophysics, in physics or astronomy programs. It will also serve as a basic reference for a full-year course as well as for researchers working in related fields.

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Astrophysics for Physicists by Arnab Rai Choudhuri

2013-05-28T05:57:00.001-07:00

Astrophysics for Physicists PDF Download Ebook. Arnab Rai Choudhuri provides an overview of astrophysics for astrophysics graduate students, before they delve into more specialized volumes. Assuming background knowledge at the level of physics major, the textbook develops astrophysics from the basics without requiring any previous study in astronomy or astrophysics.

Physical concepts, mathematical derivations and observational data are combined in a balanced way to provide a unified treatment. Topics such as general relativity and plasma physics, which are not usually covered in physics courses but used extensively in astrophysics, are developed from first principles. While the emphasis is on developing the fundamentals thoroughly, recent important discoveries are highlighted at every stage.

It is designed for teaching astrophysics to physics students at advanced undergraduate or beginning graduate level. With transparent physical reasoning and beautifully clear writing throughout, this book should become the standard for advanced undergraduate courses, and recommended reading for beginning graduate students.

This book is distinguished by a winning combination of breadth and depth. It provides an exposition of the main topics of modern astrophysics, including subjects that have not been traditionally covered in textbooks of this kind (such as stellar dynamics, plasma astrophysics, physical cosmology and general relativity). Each of the main topics is presented in sufficient detail - emphasizing the basic physics and including relevant exercises - for the reader to gain a basic understanding and likely also an appetite for further study (for which ample references and guidance are given).

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Astrophysics is Easy!: An Introduction for the Amateur Astronomer

2013-05-28T05:46:00.000-07:00

Astrophysics is Easy!: An Introduction for the Amateur Astronomer PDF Download Ebook. Mike Inglis offers a handy, useful resource both for amateur astronomers and colleges with small student-oriented observatories. It will be useful for introductory astronomy courses that include some observations.

Many different kinds of stars are discussed with the appropriate physics. In addition, Inglis treats topics such as different kinds of galaxies, gravitational lensing, and Hubble’s Law, all done using mathematics no more sophisticated than arithmetic. Inglis begins by discussing all the fundamental tools of the trade and then moves on to the astrophysics of the interstellar medium stars, and finally galaxies.

The text’s tone is friendly and conversational, and the author sprinkles in his own anecdotal experiences. The book is generously illustrated with black-and-white figures and a few color photographs. It is a must for any amateur astronomer who desires to learn more about the science of astronomy. The author has set himself the goal of writing a book that is useful to the amateur astronomer who wants to know more about the beauty in the sky.

This book is affordable for many young scientists, physicists, or amateur astronomy groups. It will also be useful to professional astrophysicists who have to address a broad audience or prepare a lecture for a non-scientific public. It may encourage more young readers to pursue a career in science, maybe even in astrophysics.

A unique feature of this book is the way that Dr. Inglis lists example objects for practical observation at every stage, so that practical astronomers can go and look at the object or objects under discussion – using only easily-available commercial amateur equipment.

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Introduction to Solid State Physics 8th Edition, Kittel

2013-05-28T05:24:00.001-07:00

Introduction to Solid State Physics 8th Edition PDF Download Ebook. Charles Kittel uses the simplifications made possible by the wide availability of computer technology. Searches using keywords on a search engine (such as Google) easily generate many fresh and useful references.

This text has been the standard solid state physics text for physics students. The author's goal from the beginning has been to write a book that is accessible to undergraduates and consistently teachable. The emphasis in the book has always been on physics rather than formal mathematics. With each new edition, the author has attempted to add important new developments in the field without sacrificing the book's accessibility and teachability.

A very important chapter on nanophysics has been written by an active worker in the field. This field is the liveliest addition to solid state science during the past ten years. The crystallographic notation conforms with current usage in physics. Important equations in the body of the text are repeated in SI and CGS-Gaussian units, where these differ.

Charles Kittel did his undergraduate work in physics at M.I.T and at the Cavendish Laboratory of Cambridge University. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin. He worked in the solid state group at Bell Laboratories, along with Bardeen and Shockley, leaving to start the theoretical solid state physics group at Berkeley in 1951. His research has been largely in magnetism and in semiconductors.

In magnetism he developed the theories of ferromagnetic and antiferromagnetic resonance and the theory of single ferromagnetic domains, and extended the Bloch theory of magnons. In semiconductor physics he participated in the first cyclotron and plasma resonance experiments and extended the results to the theory of impurity states and to electron-hole drops.

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Magnetism in Condensed Matter by Stephen Blundell

2013-05-27T09:06:00.000-07:00

Magnetism in Condensed Matter PDF Download Ebook. Stephen Blundell describes the modern theory of the magnetic properties of solids. Starting from fundamental principles, this copiously illustrated volume outlines the theory of magnetic behaviour, describes experimental techniques, and discusses current research topics. The book is intended for final year undergraduate students and graduate students in the physical sciences.

Written for undergraduates who have knowledge of basic quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and some atomic physics, this clearly organized text introduces magnetism in condensed matter systems. The chapters are laid out with tables, annotation, and some of the figures incorporated into the wide outside margins. Lists of reading and exercises conclude each chapter but the last, which is devoted to new topics and unanswered problems in the field.

This book has grown out of a course of lectures given to third and fourth year undergraduates at Oxford University who have chosen a condensed matter physics option. There was an obvious need for a text which treated the fundamentals but also provided background material and additional topics which could not be covered in the lectures. The aim was to produce a book which presented the subject as a coherent whole, provided useful and interesting source material, and might be fun to read.

The book also forms part of the Oxford Master Series in Condensed Matter Physics; the other volumes of the series cover electronic properties, optical properties, superconductivity, structure and soft condensed matter. The prerequisites for this book are knowledge of basic quantum mechanics and electromagnetism and a familiarity with some results from atomic physics. These are summarized in appendices for easy access for the reader and to present a standardized notation.

Author describes some of the subtle and complex effects which can occur when competing magnetic interactions are present and/or the system has a reduced dimensionality. These topics are the subject of intense research activity and there are many outstanding questions which remain to be resolved. Throughout the text, author discusses properties and applications to demonstrate the implications of all these ideas for real materials, including ferrites, permanent magnets and also the physics behind various magneto-optical and magnetoresistance effects which have become of enormous technological importance in recent years.

This is a book for physicists and therefore the emphasis is on the clear physical principles of quantum mechanics, symmetry, and electromagnetism which underlie the whole field. However this is not just a 'theory book' but attempts to relate the subject to real measurements and experimental techniques which are currently used by experimental physicists and to bridge the gulf between the principles of elementary undergraduate physics and the topics of current research interest.

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Magnetism and Magnetic Materials by J. M. D. Coey

2013-05-27T08:50:00.000-07:00

Magnetism and Magnetic Materials PDF Download Ebook. J. M. D. Coey covers basic physical concepts, experimental methods, and applications. This book is an indispensable text on the fascinating science of magnetism, and an invaluable source of practical reference data. Accessible, authoritative, and assuming undergraduate familiarity with quantum mechanics, electromagnetism and vectors, this textbook can be used on graduate courses.

Emphasis is placed on practical calculations and numerical magnitudes - from nanoscale to astronomical scale - with a focus on modern manifestations, including spin electronic devices. Each self-contained chapter begins with a summary, and ends with exercises and further reading. The book is thoroughly illustrated with over 600 figures to help convey concepts and clearly explain ideas.

Chapters are self-contained and dedicated to one topic each, with summaries and questions at the end to help the reader test their understanding of material. 38 principal magnetic materials are presented in an album format to include all the crucial data alongside the text. Helpful tables summarize magnetic properties and applications so that this book can be used as a reference source of practical data.

Easily digestible tables and data sheets provide a wealth of useful information on magnetic materials, and 38 principal magnetic materials, and many more related compounds, are treated in detail. This is an ideal textbook for graduates and for anyone with a professional interest in magnetism.

J. M. D. Coey leads the Magnetism and Spin Electronics group at Trinity College, Dublin, where he is Erasmus Smith's Professor of Natural and Experimental Philosophy. An authority on magnetism and its applications, he has been awarded the Gold Medal of the Royal Irish Academy and the Charles Chree Medal of the Institute of Physics for his work on magnetic materials.

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Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics 5th Edition

2013-05-27T08:41:00.002-07:00

Teach Yourself Electricity and Electronics 5th Edition PDF Download Ebook. Stan Gibilisco provides step-by-step lessons in electricity and electronics fundamentals and applications. Detailed illustrations, practical examples, and hundreds of test questions make it easy to learn the material quickly.

This fully revised resource starts with the basics and takes you through advanced applications, such as communications systems and robotics. Solve current-voltage-resistance-impedance problems, make power calculations, optimize system performance, and prepare for licensing exams with help from this hands-on guide.

The best combination self-teaching guide, home reference, and classroom text on electricity and electronics has been updated to deliver the latest advances. Great for preparing for amateur and commercial licensing exams, this guide has been prized by thousands of students and professionals for its uniquely thorough coverage ranging from DC and AC concepts to semiconductors and integrated circuits.

Written by Stan Gibilisco, an electronics legend and McGraw-Hill's most popular TAB author, it is perfect for hobbyists, students, and those of you who want to get ahead in tech-related careers. It is packed with everything needed to enhance learning: 600+ illustrations, practical examples, and hundreds of test questions.

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Direct-Current Circuit Basics and Analysis * Resistors * Cells and Batteries * Magnetism * Inductance * Capacitance * Phase * Inductive and Capacitive Reactance * Impedance and Admittance * Alternating-Current Circuit Analysis, Power, and Resonance * Transformers and Impedance Matching * Semiconductors * Diode Applications * Power Supplies * Bipolar and Field-Effect Transistors * Amplifiers and Oscillators * Digital and Computer Basics * Antennas for RF Communications * Integrated Circuits * Electron Tubes * Transducers, Sensors, Location, and Navigation * Acoustics and Audio Fundamentals * Advanced Communications Systems

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Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics 6th Edition

2013-05-23T05:05:00.000-07:00

Fundamentals of Applied Electromagnetics 6th Edition PDF Download Ebook. Fawwaz T. Ulaby, Eric Michielssen and Umberto Ravaioli present comprehensive overview and introduction to the theory and applications of electromagnetics, such as satellite communications systems and radar sensors. The book reflects the latest philosophy and topics current to electrical engineering.

It emphasizes the use of mathematics to explain and clarify the physics, followed by practical examples that demonstrate the engineering relevance of physical concepts. It also provides a bridge between material familiar to electrical engineers and the material related to electromagnetics. It is valuable reference book on the applications of electromagnetics to electrical engineering.

Widely acclaimed both in the U.S. and abroad, this reader-friendly yet authoritative volume bridges the gap between circuits and new electromagnetics material. Ulaby begins coverage with transmission lines, leading readers from familiar concepts into more advanced topics and applications. There are six new sections on Waveguides and Cavity Resonators, replacing the material on geometric optics in Chapter 8.

Author presents new Technology Briefs on relevant topics, connecting concepts in the book to everyday applications found in real life, such as liquid crystal displays, the laser, GPS, and x-ray tomography. This book includes an interactive CD-ROM that allows readers to gain physical intuition about electromagnetics. It is useful reference for engineers.

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Elements of Electromagnetics 5th Edition, Matthew N.O. Sadiku

2013-05-23T04:19:00.001-07:00

Elements of Electromagnetics 5th Edition PDF Download Ebook. Matthew N.O. Sadiku uses a vectors-first approach to explain electrostatics, magnetostatics, fields, waves, and applications like transmission lines, waveguides, and antennas. The book also provides a balanced presentation of time-varying and static fields, preparing students for employment in today's industrial and manufacturing sectors.

Streamlined to facilitate student understanding, this edition features worked examples in every chapter that explain how to use the theory presented in the text to solve different kinds of problems. Numerical methods, including MATLAB and vector analysis, are also included to help students analyze situations that they are likely to encounter in industry practice.

Lavish numbers of illustrations help students visualize phenomena. Sadiku's trademark clear, concise explanations support teaching and help students understand concepts. New and revised homework problems--particularly problems that focus on practical examples--help students connect what they learn in the classroom to real-world applications.

MATLAB exercises in each chapter help students build proficiency with the software and allow them to solve more complicated problems. There is companion website (www.oup.com/us/sadiku) with PowerPoint images and MATLAB problems from the text. The scope as well as the number of HW problems is good. It shows balance between easy and challenging problems.

It is more detail oriented than Ulaby, represents substance, and it covers more material. The Matlab scripts have added value, and the problems appear to have an excellent mix of breath and depth.

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Modern Electrodynamics by Andrew Zangwill

2013-05-23T04:10:00.001-07:00

Modern Electrodynamics PDF Download Ebook. Andrew Zangwill covers many more topics than can be presented in a typical two-semester course, making it easy for instructors to tailor courses to their specific needs. Close to 120 worked examples and 80 applications boxes help the reader build physical intuition and develop technical skill.

Nearly 600 end-of-chapter homework problems encourage students to engage actively with the material. An engaging writing style and a strong focus on the physics make this comprehensive, graduate-level textbook unique among existing classical electromagnetism textbooks. This comprehensive textbook gives refreshing insights into classical electrodynamics, with emphasis on the physics without sacrificing mathematical rigor.

I particularly like the numerous worked examples and sections on applications, which show the relevance of the topics to modern research. The problems, with comprehensive solutions for the busy instructor, will be excellent for students to get to grips with the material.

Charged particles in vacuum and the electrodynamics of continuous media are given equal attention in discussions of electrostatics, magnetostatics, quasistatics, conservation laws, wave propagation, radiation, scattering, special relativity, and field theory. Extensive use of qualitative arguments similar to those used by working physicists makes Modern Electrodynamics a must-have for every student of this subject.

I am impressed by the careful and thorough way this book addresses subtle questions like the behavior of electromagnetic fields in dielectric matter. It will be an essential resource for both researchers and teachers who are not willing to sweep this and other delicate issues under the rug. Zangwill has written an excellent graduate textbook, with a large number of carefully chosen problems and examples. Boxes describing interesting and quirky applications add color to the presentation and references to quantum mechanics and modern topics will surely engage students.

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Electricity and Magnetism 3rd Edition, Edward Purcell

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Electricity and Magnetism 3rd Edition PDF Download Ebook. Edward Purcell and David J. Morin offer hundreds of new examples, problems, and figures. This text contains discussions of real-life applications. The textbook covers all the standard introductory topics, such as electrostatics, magnetism, circuits, electromagnetic waves, and electric and magnetic fields in matter.

Taking a nontraditional approach, magnetism is derived as a relativistic effect. Mathematical concepts are introduced in parallel with the physics topics at hand, making the motivations clear. Macroscopic phenomena are derived rigorously from the underlying microscopic physics. With worked examples, hundreds of illustrations, and nearly 600 end-of-chapter problems and exercises, this textbook is ideal for electricity and magnetism courses. Solutions to the exercises are available for instructors at www.cambridge.org/Purcell-Morin.

For 50 years, Edward M. Purcell's classic textbook has introduced students to the wonders of electricity and magnetism. The third edition has been brought up to date and is now in SI units. Edward M. Purcell (1912-97) was the recipient of many awards for his scientific, educational and civic work.

In 1952 he shared the Nobel Prize for Physics for his independent discovery of nuclear magnetic resonance in liquids and in solids, an elegant and precise way of determining chemical structure and properties of materials which is widely used today. During his career he served as science advisor to Presidents Dwight D. Eisenhower, John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson.

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Topological Insulators and Topological Superconductors, Bernevig

2013-05-21T10:50:00.004-07:00

Topological Insulators and Topological Superconductors PDF Download Ebook. B. Andrei Bernevig presents the latest developments, while providing all the calculations necessary for a self-contained and complete description of the discipline. It is ideal for graduate students and researchers preparing to work in this area, and it will be an essential reference both within and outside the classroom.

This graduate-level textbook is the first pedagogical synthesis of the field of topological insulators and superconductors, one of the most exciting areas of research in condensed matter physics. It begins with simple concepts such as Berry phases, Dirac fermions, Hall conductance and its link to topology, and the Hofstadter problem of lattice electrons in a magnetic field. It moves on to explain topological phases of matter such as Chern insulators, two- and three-dimensional topological insulators, and Majorana p-wave wires.

Additionally, the book covers zero modes on vortices in topological superconductors, time-reversal topological superconductors, and topological responses/field theory and topological indices. The book also analyzes recent topics in condensed matter theory and concludes by surveying active subfields of research such as insulators with point-group symmetries and the stability of topological semimetals.

Problems at the end of each chapter offer opportunities to test knowledge and engage with frontier research issues. Topological Insulators and Topological Superconductors will provide graduate students and researchers with the physical understanding and mathematical tools needed to embark on research in this rapidly evolving field.

This book deals with a very exciting subject that has become the focus of research in recent years. Authors have made some of the most important theoretical contributions to this young field and this timely volume will have significant staying power. It will be of great interest to condensed matter physicists, high energy and string theorists, and mathematicians.

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A Student's Guide to Maxwell's Equations, Daniel Fleisch

2013-05-21T10:43:00.000-07:00

A Student's Guide to Maxwell's Equations PDF Download Ebook. Daniel Fleisch shows how Maxwell's equations may be combined to produce the wave equation, the basis for the electromagnetic theory of light. This book is a wonderful resource for undergraduate and graduate courses in electromagnetism and electromagnetics.

Gauss's law for electric fields, Gauss's law for magnetic fields, Faraday's law, and the Ampere-Maxwell law are four of the most influential equations in science. In this guide for students, each equation is the subject of an entire chapter, with detailed, plain-language explanations of the physical meaning of each symbol in the equation, for both the integral and differential forms.

A website hosted by the author at www.cambridge.org/9780521701471 contains interactive solutions to every problem in the text as well as audio podcasts to walk students through each chapter. This text provides a thorough overview of Maxwell's equations with stunning clarity. Each equation is broken down into component parts, and the physical significance of each part is thoroughly explained.

Also of note are the problem sets at the end of each chapter. The problems work very well to reinforce the concepts from each chapter. They are not overly difficult or too simplistic. They are geared specifically at reinforcing concepts. The author has also posted on his web site a set of solutions for every problem, and each of the problems is thoroughly worked out with clear explanations. This is a HUGE plus for anyone picking up this book for self-study.

This book offers complete discussion to an electromagnetism or a vector calculus class (or as a review after having taken such a class). Although the writing is clear enough that one could probably get a lot even without having had a vector calculus class, ideally one would have had at least some minimal exposure to vector calculus. It's not that you need to be an expert in vector calculus; all the concepts are explained very well in the book and the actual calculus you need for solving the problems is minimal, but in my mind the book will work best for those with some exposure to vector calculus.

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Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity 5th Edition

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Delmar's Standard Textbook of Electricity 5th Edition. Stephen Herman describes the theory and application of electrical concepts is necessary for a successful career in the electrical installation or industrial maintenance fields. Designed to teach by blending concepts relating to electrical theory and principles with practical 'how to' information that prepares you for situations commonly encountered on the job.

Topics span all the major aspects of the electrical field including atomic structure and basic electricity, direct and alternating current, basic circuit theory, three-phase circuits, single phase, transformers, generators, and motors. This revision retains all the hallmarks of our market-leading prior editions and includes enhancements such as updates to the 2011 NEC, a new chapter on industry orientation, and new coverage of constant-current transformers and fuel cells as well as tips on energy efficiency throughout the text.

The text has been organized so that all relevant information is located within a given chapter, making it easy to teach topics in any order. This new edition is visually appealing, with easy-to-understand coverage of alternating current theory and expanded coverage of topics such as transformers and electrical filters.

Extensive use of color illustrations and photographs appeals to visual learners and brings electrical theory and applications to life. It covers a vast spectrum of electrical topics including three-phase power, both single-phase and three-phase transformers, and single-phase and three-phase motors. Math concepts are limited to basic algebra and trigonometry and are logically organized so that students can master the basics before moving on to more advanced topics.

"Why You Need to Know" boxed articles appear at the beginning of each unit and highlight the importance of critical topics presented in the main text. Highlighted safety/caution material stresses safe work practices and draws attention to critical points deserving emphasis. Green Tips appear throughout text to demonstrate how to apply green concepts to the electrical field.

This book blends concepts and principles relating to electrical theory with practical real-world examples that all electricians will experience in their career. This text continues to be a core component of our broad portfolio of learning resources for the electrical trade industry. Author Stephen L. Herman has been both an electrician and teacher for over 30 years.

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Introduction to Electrodynamics 4th Edition, Griffiths

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Introduction to Electrodynamics 4th Edition PDF Download Ebook. David J. Griffiths offers clear, concise, and accessible coverage of standard topics in a logical and pedagogically sound order. The highly polished Fourth Edition features a clear, accessible treatment of the fundamentals of electromagnetic theory, providing a sound platform for the exploration of related applications (ac circuits, antennas, transmission lines, plasmas, optics, etc.).

Its lean and focused approach employs numerous new examples and problems. The book features a friendly, informal style. It focuses clearly on basic electromagnetic theory, providing a sound platform for future exploration of related applications (such as AC circuits, antennas, transmission lines, plasmas, optics, etc.).

A large collection of problems includes short, highly-focused problems that are placed immediately following the relevant text section while longer/more broadly-based problems are at the end of the chapter. It features a more extensive coverage of radiation theory than most texts at this level. Edits to the entire text have clarified arguments and eliminated ambiguities.

New problems and new worked examples appear throughout, while selected unsuccessful ones have been eliminated. All 450 figures have been reviewed for accuracy and updated where necessary. A new section on magnetic work helps to eliminate teachers’ misconception that magnetic forces do not work. The new section fully explores the actual mechanism in cases where magnetic forces are actually working.

Erroneous passages have been corrected. In particular, misleading copy (specifically the treatment of “hidden momentum”) has been fixed. Citations of recent literature appear throughout for those who wish to pursue a particular topic in greater depth. This literature helps reinforce the point that electrodynamics is a vibrant and dynamic field, even after 150 years.

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