The Boltzmann Equation Theory and Applications
Synopsis
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.Book details
- Edition:
- 1973
- Series:
- Few-Body Systems (Book 10/1973)
- Author:
- E. G. D. Cohen, W. Thirring
- ISBN:
- 9783709183366
- Related ISBNs:
- 9783211811375
- Publisher:
- Springer Vienna
- Pages:
- N/A
- Reading age:
- Not specified
- Includes images:
- No
- Date of addition:
- 2022-08-05
- Usage restrictions:
- Copyright
- Copyright date:
- 1973
- Copyright by:
- N/A
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Categories:
- Computers and Internet, Nonfiction, Science