Scientific Papers of J. Willard Gibbs
- 296 Seiten
- 11 Lesestunden
Josiah Willard Gibbs Bücher
Josiah Willard Gibbs war ein amerikanischer Wissenschaftler, dessen theoretische Arbeiten die physikalische Chemie grundlegend in eine strenge deduktive Wissenschaft verwandelten. Er schuf zusammen mit anderen Pionieren die statistische Mechanik und erklärte die Gesetze der Thermodynamik als Konsequenzen der statistischen Eigenschaften großer Teilchenensembles. Gibbs erfand auch die moderne Vektorrechnung und leistete bedeutende Beiträge zur physikalischen Optik. Trotz seines ruhigen, isolierten Lebens wurde er zu einem der frühesten amerikanischen Wissenschaftler mit internationalem Ansehen, dessen theoretische Entdeckungen sich später als äußerst wertvoll für die industrielle Chemie erwiesen.
Elementary Principles in Statistical Mechanics
- 222 Seiten
- 8 Lesestunden
Gibbs was one of the most groundbreaking and influential mathematicians and physicists of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. In this extensive collection of his papers, edited by Bumstead and Van Name, readers can explore his groundbreaking work on thermodynamics, vector analysis, electromagnetic theory, and other key topics in physics and mathematics. With detailed explanations and rigorous formulas, this book is a must-read for anyone studying advanced mathematical physics.
Elements of Vector Analysis: Arranged for the Use of Students in Physics
- 86 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
This textbook by Josiah Willard Gibbs provides a comprehensive overview of vector analysis as it pertains to physics. The book covers topics ranging from vector algebra to the calculus of vector fields. It is an essential resource for students and researchers in the field of physics.
Scientific Papers Of J. Willard Gibbs; Volume 1
- 472 Seiten
- 17 Lesestunden
Hubert Anson Newton was one of the most distinguished mathematicians of the 19th century, and his contributions to the field continue to influence mathematical research today. This memoir, written by his colleague and friend Josiah Willard Gibbs, outlines Newton's life and work, including his pioneering research on non-Euclidean geometry and his role in the founding of the American Mathematical Society. A must-read for anyone interested in the history of mathematics and the development of modern science.