Computer Simulation Using Particles - Hardcover

Hockney, R.W.;Eastwood, James W.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 007029108X ISBN 13: 9780070291089

Publisher: McGraw-Hill International Book Co, 1981

Synopsis

Computer simulation of systems has become an important tool in scientific research and engineering design, including the simulation of systems through the motion of their constituent particles. Important examples of this are the motion of stars in galaxies, ions in hot gas plasmas, electrons in semiconductor devices, and atoms in solids and liquids. The behavior of the system is studied by programming into the computer a model of the system and then performing experiments with this model. New scientific insight is obtained by observing such computer experiments, often for controlled conditions that are not accessible in the laboratory. Computer Simulation using Particles deals with the simulation of systems by following the motion of their constituent particles. This book provides an introduction to simulation using particles based on the NGP, CIC, and P3M algorithms and the programming principles that assist with the preparations of large simulation programs based on the OLYMPUS methodology. It also includes case study examples in the fields of astrophysics, plasmas, semiconductors, and ionic solids as well as more detailed mathematical treatment of the models, such as their errors, dispersion, and optimization. This resource will help you understand how engineering design can be assisted by the ability to predict performance using the computer model before embarking on costly and time-consuming manufacture.

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill International Book Co
• Publication date: 1981
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 007029108X
• ISBN 13: 9780070291089
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 540