The Boltzmann Equation - Theory and Applications (Paperback, Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1973)

In,1872, Boltzmann published a paper which for the first time provided a precise mathematical basis for a discussion of the approach to equilibrium. The paper dealt with the approach to equilibrium of a dilute gas and was based on an equation - the Boltzmann equation, as we call it now - for the velocity distribution function of such ~ gas. The Boltzmann equation still forms the basis of the kinetic theory of gases and has proved fruitful not only for the classical gases Boltzmann had in mind, but als- if properly generalized - for the electron gas in a solid and the excitation gas in a superfluid. Therefore it was felt by many of us that the Boltzmann equation was of sufficient interest, even today, to warrant a meeting, in which a review of its present status would be undertaken. Since Boltzmann had spent a good part of his life in Vienna, this city seemed to be a natural setting for such a meeting. The first day was devoted to historical lectures, since it was generally felt that apart from their general interest, they would furnish a good introduction to the subsequent scientific sessions. We are very much indebted to Dr. D.

General

Imprint:	Springer-Verlag
Country of origin:	Austria
Series:	Few-Body Systems, 10/1973
Release date:	2012
First published:	1973
Editors:	E.G.D. Cohen • W. Thirring
Dimensions:	244 x 170 x 34mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	642
Edition:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1973
ISBN-13:	978-3-7091-8338-0
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Classical mechanics > General Books > Science & Mathematics > Physics > Quantum physics (quantum mechanics) > General
LSN:	3-7091-8338-3
Barcode:	9783709183380

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