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Verseux, Cyprien |
Mars and the Earthlings: A Realistic View on Mars Exploration and Settlement |
I13286 |
2024 |
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Skiadas, Christos H |
16th Chaotic Modeling and Simulation International Conference |
I13285 |
2024 |
eBook |
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Campbell, Donald |
The Arecibo Observatory: A History of Innovation and Discovery |
I13284 |
2024 |
eBook |
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Cuomo, Daniele |
Architectures and Circuits for Distributed Quantum Computing |
I13283 |
2024 |
eBook |
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Volokh, Konstantin |
Modeling Failure and Fracture of Soft Solids and Fluids |
I13282 |
2024 |
eBook |
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Stamatopoulou, P. Elli |
Strong Light???Matter Interactions in Extreme Plasmonic and Mie-Resonant Systems |
I13281 |
2024 |
eBook |
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B??ezina, V??clav |
Supramolecular Complexes of Oxoporphyrinogens with Organic Molecules |
I13280 |
2024 |
eBook |
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Magli, Giulio |
Archaeoastronomy |
I13279 |
2024 |
eBook |
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Barrat, Julien |
Line Defects in Conformal Field Theory |
I13278 |
2024 |
eBook |
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Walter, Ulrich |
Astronautics |
I13277 |
2024 |
eBook |
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| Title | Mars and the Earthlings: A Realistic View on Mars Exploration and Settlement |
| Author(s) | Verseux, Cyprien;Gargaud, Muriel;Lehto, Kirsi;Viso, Michel |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XLIX, 403 p. 91 illus., 86 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | In an era of public Mars fascination, this book offers an objective presentation of the challenges of crewed Mars missions and discusses scenarios of Mars settlements under scientific, technical, social, economic , ethical and political aspects. With the aim to make the reader comprehend what is plausible and what is at stake, the book tries to clarify misconceptions and half-truths spreading rapidly in the public. The authors argue that approximations and misinformation should be countered for two main reasons. First, to avoid missing out on the benefits that Mars exploration may bring, including major scientific discoveries and an inspiring, federative human endeavor. Second, to remediate dangerous delusions ??? such as the idea that humanity could be transferred there should the Earth become inhabitable in the near term. In preparation for this book a group of European, world-renowned scientists from fields as diverse as astronomy, planetology, geology, biology, philosophy, or economics, as well as astronauts and science-fiction writers, was gathered to discuss Mars missions ranging from near-term robotic missions, all the way to large-scale settlements and even the feasibility of terraforming. For each, they draw arguments from their domains of expertise to discuss what is feasible and what is desirable. The result provides researchers with an objective review of the field, policy makers with a reference to make informed decisions, and the general public with a tool to form educated opinions |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031668814 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTROBIOLOGY
2. ASTRONAUTICS
3. EBOOK
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. Equality
6. OUTER SPACE
7. Public Law
8. Public law??
9. Quality of life
10. Quality of Life Research
11. Social Economy
12. Social structure
13. Space Exploration and Astronautics
14. Welfare economics
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| Title | 16th Chaotic Modeling and Simulation International Conference |
| Author(s) | Skiadas, Christos H;Dimotikalis, Yiannis |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XVII, 709 p. 297 illus., 217 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This proceedings of 16th CHAOS2023 International Conference highlights recent developments in nonlinear, dynamical, and complex systems. The conference was intended to provide an essential forum for Scientists and Engineers to exchange ideas, methods, and techniques in the field of Nonlinear Dynamics, Chaos, Fractals, and their applications in General Science and Engineering Sciences. The principal aim of CHAOS2023 International Conference is to expand the development of the theories of the applied nonlinear field, the methods, empirical data, and computer techniques as well as the best theoretical achievements of chaotic theory. CHAOS2023 Conference provides a forum for bringing together the various groups working in the area of Nonlinear and Dynamical Systems, Chaotic theory, and Application to exchange views and report research findings. Chapter 22 and 23 are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031609077 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. COMPLEX SYSTEMS
2. Computer Modelling
3. COMPUTER SIMULATION
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. SYSTEM THEORY
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| Title | The Arecibo Observatory: A History of Innovation and Discovery |
| Author(s) | Campbell, Donald |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XIV, 377 p. 210 illus., 91 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Written by one of its former Directors, this book presents a historical account of the famous Arecibo Observatory and its 305-meter radio astronomical telescope, widely known for its groundbreaking scientific discoveries and starring role in the James Bond movie, Golden Eye. The story details the planning, funding and construction of the telescope; the people who masterminded and contributed to the project; and the involvement of the US Department of Defense in funding the construction. It also includes the seminal scientific achievements in the three research areas to which the telescope contributed, ionospheric physics, planetary science and radio astronomy. The book continues through later upgrades made to the facility, showing how the Arecibo telescope was arguably the world???s most versatile and productive radio science instrument for over 50 years. This historical account will fascinate astronomers and historians of science, serving as a valuable contribution to the history of 20th century astronomy |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031752254 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. ASTRONOMY
2. Astronomy, Observations and Techniques
3. CIVIL ENGINEERING
4. EARTH SCIENCES
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Electrical and Electronic Engineering
8. ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
9. History of Physics and Astronomy
10. MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
11. PHYSICS
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| Title | Architectures and Circuits for Distributed Quantum Computing |
| Author(s) | Cuomo, Daniele |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XI, 76 p. 75 illus., 68 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This thesis treats networks providing quantum computation based on distributed paradigms. Compared to architectures relying on one processor, a network promises to be more scalable and less fault-prone. Developing a distributed system able to provide practical quantum computation comes with numerous challenges, each of which need to be faced with careful analysis in order to create a seamless integration of multiple engineered components. In accordance with hardware technologies, currently under development worldwide, telegates represent the fundamental inter-processor operations. Each telegate consists of several tasks: i) entanglement generation and distribution, ii) local operations, and iii) classical communications. Entanglement generation and distribution is an expensive resource, as it is time-consuming. The primary contribution of this thesis lies in the extensive analysis of some complex scenarios of general interest. We propose numerical models that help to identifythe interdependence between computation and communication. With the support of some of the best tools for reasoning -- i.e. network optimization, circuit manipulation, group theory and ZX-calculus -- we lay out new perspectives on the way a distributed quantum computing system should be developed |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031738081 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. EBOOK
2. EBOOK - SPRINGER
3. ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS
4. Electronic Circuits and Systems
5. LOGIC DESIGN
6. QUANTUM COMPUTERS
7. Quantum computing
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| Title | Modeling Failure and Fracture of Soft Solids and Fluids |
| Author(s) | Volokh, Konstantin |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XI, 167 p. 110 illus., 87 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book applies approaches of nonlinear continuum mechanics used to model fracture and failures in soft materials. Two physical observations underlie mathematical theories described in this book. First, the energy of molecular bonds is bounded and, consequently, the macroscopic strain energy must be bounded. Second, the broken bonds are diffused and, consequently, highly localized material sink takes place. The first observation allows describing material failure as the damage initiation. The second observation allows modeling cracks as damage localization and propagation. This book builds on the experiences of ???Soft Matter Mechanics??? by Konstantin Volokh |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031732874 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Computational Mathematics and Numerical Analysis
2. CONTINUUM MECHANICS
3. EBOOK
4. EBOOK - SPRINGER
5. MATHEMATICS
6. Soft condensed matter
7. Soft Materials
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| I13282 |
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| Title | Strong Light???Matter Interactions in Extreme Plasmonic and Mie-Resonant Systems |
| Author(s) | Stamatopoulou, P. Elli |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XVIII, 181 p. 44 illus., 37 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Collective excitations in matter, either in the form of plasmons in metals or Mie resonances in high-index dielectrics, constitute fundamental building blocks for photonic applications, including optical and quantum communications, biosensing, and polaritonic chemistry. Motivated by these prospects, this book explores excitations sustained in metallic and dielectric nanocavities and their interaction with light, quantum emitters, and swift electrons. The book presents analytic methods for describing the strong and weak coupling between spherical nanocavities and optical transitions in matter, while also analyzing the impact of nonlocality on the coupling, when considering extremely small metallic structures. Besides light-based spectroscopy, it examines electrons as sources for probing optical excitations in matter and provides analytic tools for simulating measurements in cathodoluminescence and electron energy-loss spectroscopy |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031679070 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. CONDENSED MATTER
2. EBOOK
3. EBOOK - SPRINGER
4. Nanophotonics
5. Nanophotonics and Plasmonics
6. OPTICS
7. Optics and Photonics
8. Plasmonics
9. Strongly Correlated Systems
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| I13281 |
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| Title | Supramolecular Complexes of Oxoporphyrinogens with Organic Molecules |
| Author(s) | B??ezina, V??clav |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XV, 214 p. 135 illus., 102 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | Macrocyclic oxoporphyrinogen molecules combine the ability to form strong supramolecular complexes with organic compounds and the ability to absorb light. These properties allow high-sensitivity colorimetric detection of acids in solution in the presence of oxoporphyrinogen. Moreover, protonated oxoporphyrinogens show various molecular dynamic processes on the millisecond timescale. This book offers deep analyses of colorimetric, binding and kinetic properties of oxoporphyrinogen-acid complexes. A detailed introduction is given for: theory of supramolecular binding and chemical kinetics; NMR spectroscopy with emphasis on multi-state chemical exchange including derivation of analytical spectral lineshapes; UV/vis spectroscopy and analysis of UV/vis spectra, using singular value decomposition (SVD). Implementation of the derived models in Mathematica is also provided. The experimental part addresses SVD analysis of UV/vis spectra illuminating the effect of protonation on various oxoporphyrinogen derivatives and explaining the colorimetric response. Furthermore, analysis of chemical exchange lineshapes offers insight into the dynamic processes present in protonated oxoporphyrinogens. The various models and techniques described in this book are widely applicable for other systems |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031686467 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Atomic, Molecular and Chemical Physics
2. ATOMS
3. Bio- and Macromolecules
4. Chemical detectors
5. EBOOK
6. EBOOK - SPRINGER
7. Magnetic Resonance (NMR, EPR)
8. MOLECULES
9. NUCLEAR MAGNETIC RESONANCE
10. SENSORS
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| I13280 |
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| Title | Archaeoastronomy : Introduction to the Science of Stars and Stones |
| Author(s) | Magli, Giulio |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XIII, 316 p. 201 illus., 142 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book provides the first comprehensive, easy-to-read, and up-to-date account of the fascinating discipline of archaeoastronomy, in which the relationship between ancient constructions and the sky is studied to gain a better understanding of the ideas of the architects of the past and their religious and symbolic worlds. The book is divided into three sections. The first section discusses in detail the fundamentals of archaeoastronomy, including the celestial coordinates, the apparent motion of the sun, moon, stars, and planets, observation of celestial bodies at the horizon, the use of astronomical software in archaeoastronomy, and current methods for making and analyzing measurements . The second part explores the past relations between astronomy and people, power, the afterworld, architecture, and landscape The final section reviews what archaeoastronomy can now tell us about the nature and purpose of such sites and structures as Stonehenge, the Pyramids of Giza, Chichen Itza, the Angkor Temples, the Campus Martius, Machu Picchu and the Valley of the Temples of Agrigento. Additionally, it provides a set of exercises that can be performed using non-commercial free software, e.g., Google Earth and Stellarium, and that will equip readers to conduct their research. This book is an ideal introduction to what has become a wide-ranging multidisciplinary science. This newly revised edition includes the most recent research on Stonehenge, ancient Japan, and other sites worldwide. |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031749605 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Architectural History and Theory
2. ARCHITECTURE
3. ASTRONOMY
4. Astronomy, Cosmology and Space Sciences
5. Cultural heritage
6. Cultural property
7. EBOOK
8. EBOOK - SPRINGER
9. Philosophical Foundations of Physics and Astronomy
10. PHYSICS
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| Title | Line Defects in Conformal Field Theory : From Weak to Strong Coupling |
| Author(s) | Barrat, Julien |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XV, 222 p. 38 illus., 12 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book investigates conformal line defects in both the weak- and strong-coupling regimes. Conformal field theory finds applications across diverse fields, from statistical systems at criticality to quantum gravity through the AdS/CFT correspondence. These theories are subject to strong constraints, enabling a systematic non-perturbative analysis. Conformal defects provide a controlled means of breaking the symmetry, introducing new physical phenomena while preserving crucial benefits of the underlying conformal symmetry. Two distinct classes of models are studied. First, we focus on the supersymmetric Wilson line in N = 4 Super Yang???Mills, which serves as an ideal testing ground for the development of innovative techniques such as the analytic conformal bootstrap. The second class consists of magnetic lines in Yukawa models, which have fascinating applications in 3d condensed-matter systems. These systems have the potential to emulate phenomena observed in the Standard Model in a low-energy setting |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031713484 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Classical and Quantum Gravity
2. CONDENSED MATTER
3. CONDENSED MATTER PHYSICS
4. EBOOK
5. EBOOK - SPRINGER
6. Elementary particles (Physics)
7. Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory
8. GRAVITATION
9. QUANTUM FIELD THEORY
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| Title | Astronautics : The Physics of Space Flight |
| Author(s) | Walter, Ulrich |
| Publication | Cham, 1. Imprint: Springer
2. Springer Nature Switzerland, 2024. |
| Description | XXXIV, 997 p. 991 illus., 119 illus. in color : online resource |
| Abstract Note | This book covers all the key concepts, relationships, and ideas behind spaceflight and is the perfect companion for students pursuing courses on, or related to, astronautics. As a crew member of the STS-55 Space Shuttle mission and a full professor of astronautics at the Technical University of Munich, Ulrich Walter is an acknowledged expert in the field. This book is based on his extensive teaching and work with students, and the text is backed up by numerous examples drawn from his own experience. With its end-of-chapter examples and problems, this book is suitable for graduate level or even undergraduate courses in spaceflight, as well as for professionals working in the space industry. This fourth edition includes substantial revisions of many sections to extend their coverage. These include an overview of the different approaches to solving Newton???s gravitational equation of motion, a concise and newly structured coverage of orbital maneuvering, an enlarged and improved section about the sphere of influence, a new section about hierarchical three-body systems, major enlargements in space reference frames and orbit geometry, and a new section about the earth reference ellipsoid. |
| ISBN,Price | 9783031159923 |
| Keyword(s) | 1. Aerospace engineering
2. Aerospace Technology and Astronautics
3. ASTRONAUTICS
4. Classical and Quantum Gravity
5. CLASSICAL MECHANICS
6. EBOOK
7. EBOOK - SPRINGER
8. GRAVITATION
9. MECHANICS
10. SOLAR SYSTEM
11. SPACE PHYSICS
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