Physics of the Solar System: Dynamics and Evolution, Space Physics, and Spacetime Structure (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781402014284)

This volume covers most areas in the physics of the solar system, with special emphasis on gravitational dynamics; its gist is the rational, in particular mathematical, understanding of the main processes at work. Special stress is given to the variety of objects in the planetary system and their long-term evolution. The unique character of this book is its breadth and depth, which aims at bringing the reader to the threshold of original research; however, special chapters and introductory sections are included for the benefit of the beginner. The volume is generally suitable for post-graduate students and researchers in physics, especially in the field related to the solar system. A large amount of figures and diagrams is included, often compiled with real data.

Author: Bruno Bertotti, Paolo Farinella, David Vokrouhlicky
ISBN-10: 1402014287
ISBN-13: 9781402014284
Publisher: Springer
Language: English
Published: 08/31/2003
Pages: 728
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.11lbs
Size: 9.90h x 6.38w x 1.39d