Field theoretic method in phase transformations / Alexander Umantsev.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Umantsev, Alexander.

Series:

Lecture notes in physics ; 840.

Lecture notes in physics, 0075-8450 ; v. 840

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Phase transformations (Statistical physics).

Field theory (Physics).

Continuum mechanics.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (X, 344 p. 55 illus., 27 illus. in color.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2012.

Place of Publication:

New York ; London : Springer, c2012.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

The continuum, field theoretic method of study of phase transformations in material systems, also known as "phase field", allows one to analyze different stages of transformations on the unified platform. It has received significant attention in the materials science community recently due to many successes in solving or illuminating important problems. This book will address fundamentals of the method starting from the classical theories of phase transitions, the most important theoretical and computational results, and some of the most advanced recent applications. Field Theoretic Method in Phase Transformations can be used as an introduction for those new to the field or as a guide for a seasoned researcher. It is also of interest to researchers interested in the history of physics.

Contents:

Landau Theory of Phase Transitions

Heterogeneous Equilibrium Systems

Dynamics of Homogeneous Systems

Evolution of Heterogeneous Systems

Thermo-Mechanical Analogy

Thermodynamic Fluctuations

More Complicated Systems

Thermal Effects: Coupling to “Hydrodynamic” Variables

Transformations in Real Materials

Extensions of the Method.

Notes:

Bibliographic Level Mode of Issuance: Monograph

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

9781461414872

1461414873