Beyond Equilibrium Thermodynamics 1st Edition by Hans Christian Öttinger (PDF)

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Beyond Equilibrium Thermodynamics fills a niche in the market by providing a comprehensive introduction to a new, emerging topic in the field. The importance of non-equilibrium thermodynamics is addressed in order to fully understand how a system works, whether it is in a biological system like the brain or a system that develops plastic. In order to fully grasp the subject, the book clearly explains the physical concepts and mathematics involved, as well as presenting problems and solutions; over 200 exercises and answers are included. Engineers, scientists, and applied mathematicians can all use the book to address their problems in modelling, calculating, and understanding dynamic responses of materials.

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Editorial Reviews: Review “This book would…serve graduate students in engineering and scientists working in the this field.” (Materials and Manufacturing Processes, May 2006) “It is really very fortunate that Hans Christian Öttinger…one of the prominent researchers in the field…[has] produced the present book. I am convinced that it will be of use for many readers and will have a big impact on future developments in the field.” (Applied Rheology, Volume 15, Issue 2, 2005) From the Inside Flap A comprehensive introduction to the emerging field of nonequilibrium thermodynamicsNonequilibrium thermodynamics has emerged as a promising new field of study dealing with irreversible processes in matter, and is fundamental to understanding these systems on a wide range of length scales, including the micro- or nanoscopic level. Many of the most cutting-edge technological applications within this field require a fully nonlinear framework far from equilibrium. To create a unified framework that accommodates such needs, author Hans Christian ִtinger presents a new paradigm—beyond equilibrium thermodynamics.In addition to being based on the latest developments, Beyond Equilibrium Thermodynamics is itself a significant development in the field. This groundbreaking text presents the first comprehensive approach to thermodynamics and statistical methods far from equilibrium. It clearly explains physical concepts, describes mathematics, and presents problems and solutions. In defining the new paradigm of beyond equilibrium thermodynamics, this book has the potential for opening a new field in the study of irreversible processes.The text features:A presentation based on a unified frameworkA comprehensive list of applications of nonequilibrium thermodynamicsAn introduction to simulation techniques—a key to future applicationsSystematic classification of beyond equilibrium simulation techniquesGuidance in anticipating the logical structure of results before actually deriving themInclusion of a covariant version of the thermodynamic framework for relativistic applicationsMore than 200 exercises with detailed solutionsCareful referencing, including section or page numbersSuitable for use as a graduate-level teaching tool or a reference for working scientists, Beyond Equilibrium Thermodynamics provides a concrete understanding of what had previously been a largely abstract field. From the Back Cover A comprehensive introduction to the emerging field of nonequilibrium thermodynamicsNonequilibrium thermodynamics has emerged as a promising new field of study dealing with irreversible processes in matter, and is fundamental to understanding these systems on a wide range of length scales, including the micro- or nanoscopic level. Many of the most cutting-edge technological applications within this field require a fully nonlinear framework far from equilibrium. To create a unified framework that accommodates such needs, author Hans Christian ִtinger presents a new paradigm―beyond equilibrium thermodynamics.In addition to being based on the latest developments, Beyond Equilibrium Thermodynamics is itself a significant development in the field. This groundbreaking text presents the first comprehensive approach to thermodynamics and statistical methods far from equilibrium. It clearly explains physical concepts, describes mathematics, and presents problems and solutions. In defining the new paradigm of beyond equilibrium thermodynamics, this book has the potential for opening a new field in the study of irreversible processes.The text features:A presentation based on a unified frameworkA comprehensive list of applications of nonequilibrium thermodynamicsAn introduction to simulation techniques―a key to future applicationsSystematic classification of beyond equilibrium simulation techniquesGuidance in anticipating the logical structure of results before actually deriving themInclusion of a covariant version of the thermodynamic framework for relativistic applicationsMore than 200 exercises with detailed solutionsCareful referencing, including section or page numbersSuitable for use as a graduate-level teaching tool or a reference for working scientists, Beyond Equilibrium Thermodynamics provides a concrete understanding of what had previously been a largely abstract field. About the Author HANS CHRISTIAN ÖTTINGER is Professor of Polymer Physics and a former chairman of the materials science department at the ETH Zurich (Swiss Federal Institute of Technology). He has over two decades experience as a teacher and researcher in physics and polymer science. In addition, he holds memberships in the American, British, and German Societies of Rheology, the German Physical Society, and the Swiss Rheology and Polymer Groups. He also serves on the editorial boards for Applied Rheology, Journal of Rheology, and Multiscale Modeling and Simulation. Read more

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⭐This book is for student with a really high knowledge of mathematics. I suggest to read the book “Analysis on Manifolds” before starting reading of this book.

⭐The book is on the topic for which there is no clear agreement in science. Book is written to promote author’s personal view.I did not find any excellent example in support. Extensive math leaves impression that author hides something. Breaking through a few chapters, I got impression that all this is irrelevant for anything practically useful. If there is a generic approach to non-equilibrium systems then setting a good example is the best way to spread the ideals.

⭐An excellent book on non-equilibrium thermodynamics, not for the faint hearted. Personally I prefer the approach of Beris and Edwards – Thermodynamics of Flowing systems – which is apparently identical to this approach for linear models of non equilibrium thermodynamics. But the two approaches seem to complement each other so both should be read for a more complete picture of the subject. There is an instructive picture, early on in the book, of a messy room, which from the point of view of the parent represents high entropy but from the point of view of the child is low entropy. We often hear that entropy increases but we rarely hear that it increases optimally – which is the key.

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