Cellular Automata Modeling of Physical Systems

di Bastien Chopard (Autore)

Michel Droz (Autore)

Cambridge University Press, 2005

This book provides a self-contained introduction to cellular automata and lattice Boltzmann techniques. Beginning with a chapter introducing the basic concepts of this developing field, a second chapter describes methods used in cellular automata modeling. Following chapters discuss the statistical mechanics of lattice gases, diffusion phenomena, reaction-diffusion processes and non-equilibrium phase transitions. A final chapter looks at other models and applications, such as wave propagation and multiparticle fluids. With a pedagogic approach, the volume focuses on the use of cellular automata in the framework of equilibrium and non-equilibrium statistical physics. It also emphasises application-oriented problems such as fluid dynamics and pattern formation. The book contains many examples and problems. A glossary and a detailed bibliography are also included. This will be a valuable book for graduate students and researchers working in statistical physics, solid state physics, chemical physics and computer science.

• Autore: Bastien Chopard, Michel Droz
• Editore: Cambridge University Press
• Collana: Collection Alea-Saclay: Monographs and Texts in Statistical Physics
• Anno: 2005
• Rilegatura: Paperback / softback
• Pagine: 356 p.
• Dimensioni: 245 x 171 mm
• Peso: 585 gr.
• EAN: 9780521673457

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