With the mapping of the partition function graphs of the n-vector
magnetic model in the n to 0 limit as the self-avoiding walks, the
conformational statistics of linear polymers was clearly understood in
early seventies. Various models of disordered solids, percolation
model in particular, were also established by late seventies.
Subsequently, investigations on the
statistics of linear polymers or of self-avoiding walks in, say,
porous medium or disordered lattices were started in early eighties.
Inspite of the brilliant ideas forwarded and extensive studies made
for the next two decades, the problem is not yet completely solved in
its generality. This intriguing and important problem has remained
since a topic of vigorous and active research.
This book intends to offer the readers a first hand and extensive
review of the various aspects of the problem, written by the experts
in the respective fields. We hope, the contents of the book will
provide a valuable guide for researchers in statistical physics of
polymers and will surely induce further research and advances towards
a complete understanding of the problem.
· First book on statistics of polymers in random media.
· Contents straight away from research labs.
· Chapters written by foremost experts in the respective fields.
· Theories, experiments and computer simulations extensively
discussed.
· Includes latest developments in understanding related important
topics like DNA unzipping, Travelling salesman problem, etc.
· Comprehensive index for quick search for keywords.
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Product details
ISBN
9780444517098
Published
2008
Publisher
Elsevier S & T
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Number of pages
368
Author