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Complexity (Philosophy). --- Critical phenomena (Physics). --- Physics --- Philosophy.
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Critical phenomena (Physics). --- Renormalization group. --- Turbulence.
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Critical phenomena (Physics) --- Mathematical physics --- Renormalization (Physics)
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Critical phenomena (Physics) --- Complexity (Philosophy) --- Physics --- Philosophy
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Critical phenomena (Physics) --- Liquid crystals --- Liquids
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Self-organized criticality (SOC) is based upon the idea that complex behavior can develop spontaneously in certain multi-body systems whose dynamics vary abruptly. This book is a clear and concise introduction to the field of self-organized criticality, and contains an overview of the main research results. The author begins with an examination of what is meant by SOC, and the systems in which it can occur. He then presents and analyzes computer models to describe a number of systems, and he explains the different mathematical formalisms developed to understand SOC. The final chapter assesses the impact of this field of study, and highlights some key areas of new research. The author assumes no previous knowledge of the field, and the book contains several exercises. It will be ideal as a textbook for graduate students taking physics, engineering, or mathematical biology courses in nonlinear science or complexity.
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Critical phenomena (Physics). --- Critical phenomena --- Phase transitions --- Thermodynamics
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This volume provides a general field-theoretical picture of critical phenomena and stochastic dynamics and helps readers develop a practical skill for calculations. This education on the practical skill sets this book apart: it is the first to give a full technical introduction to the field. Both general ideas and "hard" calculations are presented here. This text can also serve as an ideal reference on applications of Quantum Field Theory (QFT). The author gives a comprehensive treatment of the subject, but in a manner easily understood by anyone familiar with the basic of statistical physics. Both students and working scientists can benefit from this text. OTI #1 C2417
Critical phenomena (Physics). --- Renormalization group. --- Statistical physics. --- Stochastic processes.