Ian Walmsley (67 results)

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Soft cover. Condition: As New. Just-like-new inside and out. It will be backed with cardboard and carefully packed in a sturdy, flat box to ensure safe transit. This issue includes: "The Discovery of Rapid Climate Change" (Only within the past decade have researchers warmed to the possibility of abrupt shifts in Earth's climate. Sometimes, it takes a while to see what one is not prepared to look for) by Spencer Weart; "A Topological Look at the Quantum Hall Effect" (The amazingly precise quantization of Hall's conductance in a two-dimensional electron gas can be understood in terms of a topological invariant known as the Chern number) by Joseph E. Avron, Daniel Osadchy and Ruedi Seiler; "Quantum Physics Under Control" (Thanks to the increasing ability to coherently control quantum systems, designer Hamiltonians can be created to explore new physics and to yield a better understanding of complex phenomena) by Iam Walmsley and Herschel Rabitz; Physics Update; Search and Discovery (Intriquing properties put sodium cobalt oxide in the spotlight.Band on the run: Light meets shock fronts in virtual photonic crystals.Watching a molecule break up reveals how quickly it changes shape); Issues and Events (Astronomy foes join forces to build giant telescope.South Dakota governor pushes for underground lab as Homestake water rises.Italy's underground lab recuperates from toxic spill, gets new director.Research workforce will weaken without focus on homegrown talent.North American women sweep honors at Intel competition.News Notes.Web Watch); Opinion (Science fashions and scientific fact) by Michael Riordan; Books (Selectivity and Discord: Two Problems of Experiment, A. Franklin (reviewed by B. Bederson).Quantum Physics: A Text for Graduate Students, R. G. Newton (reviewed by N. G. Deshpande).From Nuclear Transmutation to Nuclear Fission, 1932-1939, P. F. Dahl (reviewed by G. T. Emery); Tools for Computational Finance, R. Seydel (reviewed by F. Cuypers); New Products (Focus on analytical instruments); We Hear That; Obituaries (Grote Reber.Peter Gabriel Bergmann.Robert Lull Forward.Frank Stagle Ham.Charles Earle Mandeville III); and Information Exchange.

Condition: New. pp. 144.

Paperback. Condition: New. Light enables us to see the world around us. Our sense of sight provides us with direct information about space and time, the physical arrangement of the world, and how it changes. This almost universal shared sensation of vision has led to a fascination with the nature and properties of light across the ages. But the light we see is just a small part of the whole spectrum of electromagnetic radiation, ranging from radio waves to gamma rays.In this Very Short Introduction Ian Walmsley discusses early attempts to explain light, and the development of apparently opposing particulate and wave theories by scientists such as Isaac Newton and Christiaan Huygens. He shows how light was recognized as an electromagnetic wave in the 19th century, and the development of the quantum mechanics view of wave-particle duality in the 20th century. He also describes the many applications of light, domestic and scientific, such as microwaves, DVDs, and lasers. We now use the whole range of electromagnetic radiation to peer both into the human body and deep into space. Turning to the future of optics, Walmsley concludes by looking at some of the most exciting new developments using quantum light sources in communications and computing.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Light enables us to see the world around us. Our sense of sight provides us with direct information about space and time, the physical arrangement of the world, and how it changes. This almost universal shared sensation of vision has led to a fascination with the nature and properties of light across the ages. But the light we see is just a small part of the whole spectrum of electromagnetic radiation, ranging from radio waves to gamma rays.Inthis Very Short Introduction Ian Walmsley discusses early attempts to explain light, and the development of apparently opposing particulate and wave theories by scientists such as Isaac Newton andChristiaan Huygens. He shows how light was recognized as an electromagnetic wave in the 19th century, and the development of the quantum mechanics view of wave-particle duality in the 20th century. He also describes the many applications of light, domestic and scientific, such as microwaves, DVDs, and lasers. We now use the whole range of electromagnetic radiation to peer both into the human body and deep into space. Turning to the future of optics, Walmsley concludes by looking at some of themost exciting new developments using quantum light sources in communications and computing.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford UniversityPress contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable. In this Very Short Introduction Ian Walmsley introduces the physics of light. Beginning with the earliest conceptions of the nature of light he traces the growth of our understanding, through competing particle and wave theories to wave-particle duality and quantum theory, and the latest exciting applications such as optoelectronics. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 1st edition. 152 pages. 6.75x4.50x0.50 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New. Brand New. Soft Cover International Edition. Different ISBN and Cover Image. Priced lower than the standard editions which is usually intended to make them more affordable for students abroad. The core content of the book is generally the same as the standard edition. The country selling restrictions may be printed on the book but is no problem for the self-use. This Item maybe shipped from US or any other country as we have multiple locations worldwide.

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Condition: New. In this Very Short Introduction Ian Walmsley introduces the physics of light. Beginning with the earliest conceptions of the nature of light he traces the growth of our understanding, through competing particle and wave theories to wave-particle duality and quantum theory, and the latest exciting applications such as optoelectronics. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 152 pages. BIC Classification: PHJ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 176 x 112 x 11. Weight in Grams: 122. . 2015. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . .

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Condition: New. In this Very Short Introduction Ian Walmsley introduces the physics of light. Beginning with the earliest conceptions of the nature of light he traces the growth of our understanding, through competing particle and wave theories to wave-particle duality and quantum theory, and the latest exciting applications such as optoelectronics. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 152 pages. BIC Classification: PHJ. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 176 x 112 x 11. Weight in Grams: 122. . 2015. 1st Edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Condition: New. Brand New, Softcover edition. This item may ship from the US or our Overseas warehouse depending on your location and stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Light wear only. Internally Very Good - Quick flick through pages could not see any issues. The odd book from this person's collection did have minor pencil annotation/underlining/reference points - but didn't see any in this book when having a quick check this time but it is still possible to miss as some are very minor. Clean and tidy copy in tight binding. ** 424g ** All orders are sent with a tracking /signature service for your peace of mind, so that you can keep tabs on your parcel. For overseas customers - on some sites we use, parcels weighing over the standard rate may incur an additional charge and we will then contact you with the additional shipping fee required. This is for the postage only we do not charge you for our time or our excellent packaging, which we are noted for. Dispatched in cardboard mailers within 24/48 Hours Mon - Friday 2pm, except bank holidays, otherwise next business day - excellent service guaranteed. ; 96 pages.