Understanding Physics and Physical Chemistry Using Formal Graphs

ISBN-13: 9781420086126 / Angielski / Twarda / 2012 / 815 str.

Eric Vieil

Opis

This book introduces a new graphs-based language called Formal Graphs for representing the mathematical equations found in a large number of scientific domains, including mechanics, physicochemistry, dynamics, solid state physics, rheology, surface energy, electrochemistry, and chemical reactivity. This elementary approach consists of drawing links and nodes on a graph, instead of writing algebraic equations. The graphs encourage a visual, unified comprehension of the relationships between physical concepts and variables, properties, and operators.

Spis treści

Introduction. Nodes of Graphs. Links and Organization. Poles. Space Distributed Poles. Dipoles. Influence between Poles. Multipoles. Dipole Assemblies. Transfers. Assemblies and Dissipation. Coupling between Energy Varieties. Multiple Couplings. Conclusion and Perspectives. Appendices. References. Index.

O autorze

Dr. Eric Vieil is a researcher in physical chemistry at the French Atomic Energy Agency (CEA) in Grenoble, France. He is a specialist with more than 80 publications in theoretical and experimental studies on the electrochemical mechanisms of conducting materials.