Non-Linear Dynamics Near and Far from Equilibrium

by J.K. Bhattacharjee, S. Bhattacharyya

This text gives a detailed account of various techniques that are used in the study of dynamics of continuous systems, near as well as far from equilibrium. The analytic methods covered include diagrammatic perturbation theory, various forms of the renormalization group, and self-consistent mode coupling.

314 pages, Hardcover

First published March 19, 2007

Reviews

[Bessel · Rating 3 out of 5]

The opening chapter discusses the idea of critical-point phenomena exhibiting universality in a wonderful manner. It truly is a shame because I really liked the book after reading the first few chapters. The RG and mode-coupling methods introduced to supplement the topics of the introductory chapter are a pleasure to read. However, that is where the appeal of this book ends. The chapter on homogenous turbulence is not well-written at all and you are better off consulting McComb's book on turbulence. McComb's book, while longer than the chapter in this book, provides a much better explanation.