Gravitational N-Body Simulations: Tools and Algorithms (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics)

Aarseth, Sverre J.

ISBN 10: 0521432723 / ISBN 13: 9780521432726

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2003

About this Item

Condition: Brand New, Factory Sealed. This is an original, unopened hardcover copy of the 2003 first edition. It has been stored in a climate-controlled, smoke-free environment. The factory shrink wrap is tight and completely intact, with original manufacturer breathing holes present. The corners are sharp, and the spine is in pristine, uncreased condition.

About the Book: A definitive work in the Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics series. This book provides a detailed exploration of numerical methods for the classical N-body problem. It is a vital resource for graduate students, researchers in theoretical physics, cosmology, and astrophysics.

Author: Sverre J. Aarseth (Institute of Astronomy, University of Cambridge)

Publisher: Cambridge University Press (2003)

ISBN: 0-521-43272-3

Format: Hardcover

Why this copy? It is increasingly difficult to locate this specialized academic reference in "New Old Stock" condition. This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a pristine, unopened specimen for a professional library or as a high-quality replacement for a well-worn reference copy. This book comes from the estate of a NASA Solar System Ambassador.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Gravitational N-Body Simulations: Tools and Algorithms (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521432723
• ISBN 13: 9780521432726
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: New
• Dimensions: 7.25W x 11.25H x 1D inches 7.25 inches width by 11.25 inches height by 1 inches depth
• Weight: 1.951 pounds

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Synopsis

This self-contained book presents basic methods of numerical simulation of gravitational systems, with applications in astronomy and cosmology. The first half of the book presents and explains the fundamental mathematical tools needed to describe the dynamics of a large number of mutually attractive particles. Particular attention is given to the techniques needed to model known planetary and astrophysical phenomena such as Hubble motion. The second half of the book demonstrates how to develop clear and elegant algorithms for models of gravitational systems.

Review

"Within the N-body community the name of Sverre Aarseth is legendary. His pioneering approach to numerical simulation proved to be decades ahead of its time, as was his insistence on making his latest source code publicly available...as a list of what you need to think about to perform direct N-body simulations well, this book is excellent."
Contemporary Physics

"... A distinctive presentation of the material for a book that is intended for graduate students (among others)."
Phillip W. Sharp, Mathematical Reviews