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Science: general issues
Hardback. Philip Davis is one of America's outstanding writers on the philosophy of science, and in this text he provides an informative portrayal of an occupation that is either not well understood or misconceived by those outside the profession. Num Pages: 304 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 656.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 304
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817639396
- ISBN
- 9780817639396
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 71.34
€ 71.34
Hardback. This work integrates traditional statistical data analysis with new computational simulation and experimental capabilities. It explains modern data analysis and demonstrates computational experiments, developing an understanding of the effect of random phenomena using Mathematica. Series: Statistics for Industry and Technology. Num Pages: 533 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBT; PBWL; PBWS; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 929.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 533
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817640316
- ISBN
- 9780817640316
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 74.91
€ 74.91
Hardback. A work that is suitbale for graduate students and researchers working in the important area of partial differential equations with a focus on problems involving conservation laws. It includes a range of topics, from the treatment to results, dealing with solutions to 2D compressible Euler equations. Series: Progress in Nonlinear Differential Equations and Their Applications. Num Pages: 335 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBKJ; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 659.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 335
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817640804
- ISBN
- 9780817640804
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 129.75
€ 129.75
Hardback. Deals with nonlinear higher order model equations that are central to the description and analysis of spatio-temporal pattern formation in the natural sciences. This book exhibits the principal families of solutions, such as kinks, pulses and periodic solutions, and their dependence on critical eigenvalue parameters. Series: Progress in Nonlinear Differential Equations and Their Applications. Num Pages: 358 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBKJ; PBWH; PDE; PH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 686.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 358
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817641108
- ISBN
- 9780817641108
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 71.51
€ 71.51
Hardback. Offers an account of modern developments in energy methods for the study of free boundary problems in partial differential equations. This book is suitable for applied mathematicians and graduate students whose research is in partial differential equations, nonlinear analysis, and continuum mechanics. Series: Progress in Nonlinear Differential Equations and Their Applications. Num Pages: 343 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PHD; TBJ; TGMF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 669.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 343
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817641238
- ISBN
- 9780817641238
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 193.91
€ 193.91
Applications of Geometric Algebra in Computer Science and Engineering
. Ed(S): Dorst, Leo; Doran, Chris; Lasenby, J...
Hardback. The articles in this volume reflect an interdisciplinary approach to the subject of geometric algebra in computer science, engineering, physics and mathematics. A range of techniques and applications are highlighted and relevant areas are introduced in a self-contained manner. Editor(s): Dorst, Leo; Doran, Chris; Lasenby, Joan. Num Pages: 478 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBF; PBMW; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 28. Weight in Grams: 885.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 478
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817642679
- ISBN
- 9780817642679
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 132.93
€ 132.93
Hardback. Focuses on the modeling of continua that exhibit the property of singularities in fields. This book presents a rational theory of continuum thermomechanics taking into account the existence and distribution of scalar and vector discontinuities. It is suitable for students, researchers, and engineers in applied mathematics, mechanics, and physics. Series: Progress in Mathematical Physics. Num Pages: 280 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PHH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 576.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817642839
- ISBN
- 9780817642839
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.59
€ 128.59
Hardback. Describes the relationship and connections between kinetic theory and fluid dynamics, mainly for a time-independent problem in a general domain. This work presents applications to various physically interesting phenomena, including flows induced by temperature fields, evaporation and condensation problems, and examples of the ghost effect. Series: Modeling and Simulation in Science, Engineering and Technology. Num Pages: 364 pages, 7 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; PHDF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 691.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 364
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817642846
- ISBN
- 9780817642846
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.23
€ 130.23
Hardback. Sampling, wavelets, and tomography are three areas of contemporary mathematics sharing common roots that lie at the heart of harmonic and Fourier analysis. Aimed at mathematicians, scientists, and engineers working in signal and image processing and medical imaging, this work is accessible to an audience with diverse mathematical backgrounds. Editor(s): Benedetto, John; Zayed, Ahmed I. Series: Applied and Numerical Harmonic Analysis. Num Pages: 344 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 698.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 344
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817643041
- ISBN
- 9780817643041
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.32
€ 130.32
Hardback. Features research articles that are dedicated to the great French mathematician Jean Leray. This title presents a range of topics with significant results - detailed proofs - in the areas of partial differential equations, complex analysis, and mathematical physics. Editor(s): Kajitani, Kunihiko; Vaillant, Jean. Series: Progress in Nonlinear Differential Equations and Their Applications. Num Pages: 254 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBKJ; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817643096
- ISBN
- 9780817643096
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 128.15
€ 128.15
Numerical Methods in Sensitivity Analysis and Shape Optimization
Laporte, Emmanuel; Tallec, Patrick Le
Hardback. Sensitivity analysis and optimal shape design are key issues in engineering that have been affected by advances in numerical tools. This book presents basic optimization techniques that can be used to compute the sensitivity of a given design to local change, or to improve its performance by local optimization of these data. Series: Modeling and Simulation in Science, Engineering and Technology. Num Pages: 211 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PBT; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (XV) Technical / Manuals. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 483.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 211
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817643225
- ISBN
- 9780817643225
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 64.87
€ 64.87
Paperback. Provides a cohesive treatment of fundamental concepts and theoretical background material, with particular attention given to delineating connections to varying applications and exposition driven by additional examples and exercises. Num Pages: 476 pages, 1 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBKF; PBKJ; PBKL; PBW; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 935.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Edition
- 3rd ed. 2004
- Number of pages
- 476
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817643430
- ISBN
- 9780817643430
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 126.44
€ 126.44
Paperback. A biography that interprets both the life and times of Lise Meitner (1878 - 1968), providing a background of the scientific discoveries and social milieu that affected the research, events, personalities, and politics of 20th century quantum physics. Num Pages: 432 pages, 35 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PDX; PDZ; PHN; PNRL. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 24. Weight in Grams: 1810.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Edition
- 1st ed. 1999. 2nd printing 2006
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817645595
- ISBN
- 9780817645595
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 132.03
€ 132.03
Paperback. This is a volume of essays and reviews that delightfully explores mathematics in all its moods - from the light and the witty, and humorous to serious, rational, and cerebral; beautifully written articles from three great modern mathematicians. Series: Modern Birkhauser Classics. Num Pages: 266 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PB; PDA. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 439.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2008
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 1992
- Number of pages
- 266
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817647742
- ISBN
- 9780817647742
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 112.70
€ 112.70
The Theory of the Top. Development of the Theory in the Case of the He...
Klein, Felix; Sommerfeld, Arnold
Hardback. A product of Felix Klein's lectures from 1895, the Theory of the Top remains an informative and insightful text for students and mathematicians alike. Translator(s): Nagem, Raymond J.; Sandri, Guido. Num Pages: 426 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBW; PBX; PDX; PHD; PHU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1710.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Edition
- 2010
- Number of pages
- 426
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817648244
- ISBN
- 9780817648244
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.72
€ 184.72
The Theory of the Top. Volume IV. Technical Applications of the Theory...
Klein, Felix; Sommerfeld, Arnold
Hardback. The theory of the top, originally made public as a lecture by Felix Klein at the University of Gottingen in 1895, was improved by Klein's collaboration with Arnold Sommerfeld. This volume provides a thorough and insightful account and includes recent advances. Translator(s): Nagem, Raymond J.; Sandri, Guido. Num Pages: 262 pages, 53 black & white illustrations, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBW; PBX; PDX; PHD; PHU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 165 x 235 x 21. Weight in Grams: 540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817648268
- ISBN
- 9780817648268
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.00
€ 124.00
Integral Methods in Science and Engineering, Volume 2: Computational M...
. Ed(S): Constanda, Christian; Perez, Maria E...
hardcover. The second in a two-volume set, this is a collection of up-to-date research results that show how to set up an important class of tools using mathematical models based on integral methods, and how to use them in specific problems of science and engineering. Editor(s): Constanda, Christian; Perez, Maria Eugenia. Num Pages: 372 pages, 95 black & white illustrations, 36 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PBKL; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1600.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Birkhäuser United States
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817648961
- ISBN
- 9780817648961
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.70
€ 130.70
Hardback. Containing 65 chapters in two volumes, and addressing topics ranging from the construction of boundary integral methods to the application of integration-based analytic and numerical techniques, this is the work of leading researchers from around the world. Editor(s): Constanda, Christian; Perez, Maria Eugenia. Num Pages: 336 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PBKL; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1530.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817648985
- ISBN
- 9780817648985
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 130.23
€ 130.23
Hardback. This book illustrates the application of integral methods to problems in mathematics, physics, biology and engineering, presenting a vivid picture of the development of theoretical integral techniques and their use in specific science and engineering problems. Editor(s): Constanda, Christian; Harris, Paul J. Num Pages: 422 pages, 1, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PBKL; PBKS; PDE; TBJ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 829.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Birkhauser Boston Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 422
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780817682378
- ISBN
- 9780817682378
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 125.77
€ 125.77
Hardback. Dahl covers more than a century of activity in this comprehensive account of the search for superconductivity, beginning with late 19th-century theoretical developments in low-temperature physics, and culminating in recent applications of ceramic oxides, which have redrawn the boundaries of solid-s Num Pages: 419 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PDX; PHFC; PHK; TBX; TGM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1700.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- American Institute of Physics United States
- Number of pages
- 419
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780883188484
- ISBN
- 9780883188484
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 73.46
€ 73.46