Non-equilibrium Statistical Mechanics
by T. Chou, K. Mallick, R. K. P. Zia
Publisher: arXiv 2011
Number of pages: 72
Description:
We review some of the many recent activities on non-equilibrium statistical mechanics, focusing on some of the fundamental issues and general aspects. Using the language of stochastic Markov processes, we emphasize general properties of the evolution of configurational probabilities, as described by master equations.
Download or read it online for free here:
Download link
(1.3MB, PDF)
Similar books
Basics of Bose-Einstein Condensationby V.I. Yukalov - arXiv
The review is devoted to the elucidation of the basic problems arising in the theoretical investigation of systems with Bose-Einstein condensate. Understanding these problems is necessary for the correct description of Bose-condensed systems.
(10979 views)
Elements of Phase Transitions and Critical Phenomenaby Hidetoshi Nishimori, Gerardo Ortiz - Oxford University Press
This book provides an introductory account on the theory of phase transitions and critical phenomena, a subject now recognized to be indispensable for students and researchers from many fields of physics and related disciplines.
(2758 views)
Introduction to the Field Theory of Classical and Quantum Phase Transitionsby Flavio S. Nogueira - arXiv
These notes provide a self-contained introduction to field theoretic methods employed in the study of classical and quantum phase transitions. Classical phase transitions occur at a regime where quantum fluctuations do not play an important role.
(10710 views)
Statistical Mechanics of Particlesby Mehran Kardar - MIT
Basic principles are examined: the laws of thermodynamics and the concepts of temperature, work, heat, and entropy. Postulates of classical statistical mechanics, microcanonical, canonical, and grand canonical distributions; lattice vibrations; etc.
(9939 views)