Phil Attard: 4 books
Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
Equilibrium by Entropy Maximisation
Language: English
Release Date: July 8, 2002
The account of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics in Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics is based on entropy and its maximization. Building from first principles, it gives a transparent explanation of the physical behaviour of equilibrium thermodynamic systems, and it presents a comprehensive,...
Non-equilibrium Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics
Foundations and Applications
Language: English
Release Date: October 4, 2012
`Non-equilibrium Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics: Foundations and Applications' builds from basic principles to advanced techniques, and covers the major phenomena, methods, and results of time-dependent systems. It is a pedagogic introduction, a comprehensive reference manual, and an original...
Quantum Statistical Mechanics
Equilibrium and non-equilibrium theory from first principles
Language: English
Release Date: October 29, 2015
This book establishes the foundations of non-equilibrium quantum statistical mechanics in order to support students and academics in developing and building their understanding. The formal theory is derived from first principles by mathematical analysis, with concrete physical interpretations and...
Entropy Beyond the Second Law
Thermodynamics and statistical mechanics for equilibrium, non-equilibrium, classical, and quantum systems
Language: English
Release Date: May 1, 2018
Entropy Beyond the Second Law presents a coherent formulation of all aspects of thermodynamics and statistical mechanics with entropy as the unifying theme. This includes formulating equilibrium theory and explaining the role of the Second Law in establishing the equilibrium state. It also establishes...