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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.
This book combines the enlarged and corrected editions of both volumes on classical physics stemming from Thirrings famous course. The treatment of classical dynamical systems uses analysis on manifolds to provide the mathematical setting for discussions of Hamiltonian systems, canonical transformations, constants of motion, and perturbation theory. Problems discussed include: nonrelativistic motion of particles and systems, relativistic motion in electromagnetic and gravitational fields, and the structure of black holes. The treatment of classical fields uses the language of differential geometry, treating both Maxwells and Einsteins equations in a compact and clear fashion. The book includes discussions of the electromagnetic field due to known charge distributions and in the presence of conductors, as well as a new section on gauge theories. It discusses the solutions of the Einstein equations for maximally symmetric spaces and spaces with maximally symmetric submanifolds, and concludes by applying these results to the life and death of stars. Numerous examples and accompanying remarks make this an ideal textbook.
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