Applications of Percolation Theory, Second Edition
Author | : Muhammad Sahimi |
Publisher | : CRC Press |
Total Pages | : 500 |
Release | : 2014-09-26 |
ISBN-10 | : 146651339X |
ISBN-13 | : 9781466513396 |
Rating | : 4/5 (9X Downloads) |
Download or read book Applications of Percolation Theory, Second Edition written by Muhammad Sahimi and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2014-09-26 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Percolation theory provides a mathematical framework for the study of random physical processes such as flow through disordered porous media. It spans applications in the physical sciences and beyond natural phenomena. Double in size, this second edition provides an up-to-date account of these applications. After reviewing the theory, the book covers a range of applications and variations. Well known in the field, the author presents examples in phase transitions, semiconductors, geology, astrophysics, network modeling, and the social sciences.