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Liquid crystal science underlies the technology of about half the
current display technology by value, an industry now worth some $10
billion per annum worldwide. The fundamental science straddles the
disciplines of chemistry, physics, engineering, mathematics and
computer science. Among liquid crystal scientists today there is
much interest in the historical process that has brought the
subject to its present level. The historical roots lie in the years
following 1888, again in the interwar years, and finally in the
late 60s and 70s. This book has collected important papers in the
development of liquid crystal science into one reference volume.
The collection is divided into sections, each of which is prefaced
by a brief commentary, referring to the historic-scientific context
of the time. Some of these papers are available for the first time
in English. More modern papers carry a short commentary from the
original author, offering recollections of the context in which the
work was carried out and what its impact has been. Crystals that
Flow is aimed at liquid crystal scientists- from whatever
background- physics, mathematics, chemistry, engineering or
computer science. Historians of science will also find this a
useful reference.
Introduction to Liquid Crystals: Chemistry and Physics, Second
Edition relies on only introductory level chemistry and physics as
the foundation for understanding liquid crystal science. Liquid
crystals combine the material properties of solids with the flow
properties of fluids. As such they have provided the foundation for
a revolution in low-power, flat-panel display technology (LCDs). In
this book, the essential elements of liquid crystal science are
introduced and explained from the perspectives of both the chemist
and physicist. This new edition relies on only introductory level
physics and chemistry as the foundation for understanding liquid
crystal science and is, therefore, ideal for students and recent
graduates. Features Introduces and explains the essential elements
of liquid crystal science, including discussion of how liquid
crystals have been utilized for innovative and important
applications. New to this edition are over 300 figures, 90 end-of
chapter exercises, and an increased scope that includes recent
developments. Combines the knowledge of two eminent scientists in
the field; they have fully updated and expanded the text to cover
undergraduate/graduate course work as well as current research in
what is now a billion-dollar industry. Immerses the reader in the
vocabulary, structures, data, and kinetic models, rapidly building
up an understanding of the theories and models in current use.
Begins with a historical account of the discovery of liquid
crystals and continues with a description of how different phases
are generated and how different molecular architectures affect
liquid crystal properties.
Given the widespread interest in macroscopic phenomena in liquid crystals, stemming from their applications in displays and devices, the need has arisen for a rigorous yet accessible text suitable for graduate students, whatever their scientific background. This book satisfies that need. The approach taken in this text, is to introduce the basic continuum theory from nematic liquid crystals in equilibium, then it proceeds to simple application of this theory- in particular, there is a discussion of electric and magnetic field effects which give rise to Freedericksz transitions, which are important in devices. This is followed by an account of dynamic theory and elementary viscometry of nematics. Discussions of backflow and flow-induced instabilities are also included. Smetic theory is also briefly introduced, summarised, with with some examples of equilibrium solutions as well as dynamic effects. A number of mathematical techniques, such as Cartesian tensors and some variational calculus, are presented in the appendices.
Introduction to Liquid Crystals: Chemistry and Physics, Second
Edition relies on only introductory level chemistry and physics as
the foundation for understanding liquid crystal science. Liquid
crystals combine the material properties of solids with the flow
properties of fluids. As such they have provided the foundation for
a revolution in low-power, flat-panel display technology (LCDs). In
this book, the essential elements of liquid crystal science are
introduced and explained from the perspectives of both the chemist
and physicist. This new edition relies on only introductory level
physics and chemistry as the foundation for understanding liquid
crystal science and is, therefore, ideal for students and recent
graduates. Features Introduces and explains the essential elements
of liquid crystal science, including discussion of how liquid
crystals have been utilized for innovative and important
applications. New to this edition are over 300 figures, 90 end-of
chapter exercises, and an increased scope that includes recent
developments. Combines the knowledge of two eminent scientists in
the field; they have fully updated and expanded the text to cover
undergraduate/graduate course work as well as current research in
what is now a billion-dollar industry. Immerses the reader in the
vocabulary, structures, data, and kinetic models, rapidly building
up an understanding of the theories and models in current use.
Begins with a historical account of the discovery of liquid
crystals and continues with a description of how different phases
are generated and how different molecular architectures affect
liquid crystal properties.
Series Information: Liquid Crystals
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