Computational Multiscale Modeling of Fluids and Solids: Theory and Applications

The third edition of this textbook provides an updated overview and review of computational physics techniques used in materials modelling across different length and time scales. It covers quantum mechanical methods, molecular dynamics, Monte-Carlo methods, and macroscopic methods like finite elements and smoothed particle hydrodynamics. The book is aimed at beginning or advanced graduate students who want to enter the field of computational science on multi-scales and includes exercises, selected solutions, and case studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 29 July 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

The third edition of this well-established textbook provides a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of computational physics techniques used in materials modelling across various length and time scales. It delves into detailed explanations of the theory and practical applications of some of the most significant methods employed to simulate materials at different spatial and temporal resolutions. The book discusses quantum mechanical approaches, such as the Hartree-Fock approximation for solving the Schrödinger equation at the smallest spatial resolution, as well as molecular dynamics and Monte-Carlo methods on micro- and meso-scales, extending to macroscopic methods commonly used in engineering, such as finite elements (FE) or smoothed particle hydrodynamics (SPH).

This new edition has been extensively revised and updated, incorporating additional sections on polymer theory, statistical physics, and continuum theory. These sections serve as the foundation for FE methods and SPH. Each chapter now begins with an overview of the key topics covered, followed by a new "key points" section at the end. The book is designed to cater to both beginning and advanced graduate students who aspire to pursue careers in computational science, particularly in the field of multi-scale modelling of solids and fluids. It offers a thorough exploration of the fundamental physical, mathematical, and numerical principles involved in modelling materials at micro-, meso-, and macro-scales.

To enhance the learning experience, the book includes a comprehensive set of exercises, selected solutions, and several case studies. These resources provide students with practical hands-on experience and help them reinforce the concepts discussed in the text. Whether you are a physics, engineering, or materials science student, or already involved in materials modelling and computational methods in your research, this book serves as a valuable reference resource. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the latest advancements in computational physics techniques and their applications in materials science, enabling you to contribute to the field's ongoing advancements and discoveries.

Weight: 915g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030989538
Edition number: 3rd ed. 2022