DOUGLAS RAYNER HARTREE: HIS LIFE IN SCIENCE AND COMPUTING

Inbunden, Engelska, 2003

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This scientific biography of Douglas R Hartree not only describes important events in his life but also outlines his contributions to a number of fields. He is best known for his “self-consistent field” theory for atoms, a theory he later used for the much more difficult problem of predicting the behavior of a magnetron. When Fock pre-empted his work on exchange, he began research into radio-wave propagation. Hartree was very interested in the process of computation. When he learned of a differential analyzer for solving differential equations, he first built a model using Meccano, a toy for children. The success of this model spread the notion of using devices to solve scientific problems. Application of the analyzer led Hartree to control theory and fluid dynamics. In both these areas he made significant, original contributions. With his extensive computing background, he was selected as the first civilian to evaluate the possibility of applying the US ENIAC computer to nonmilitary problems. His research touched the lives of many scientists.

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Utgivningsdatum2003-11-20
Mått155 x 229 x 18 mm
Vikt454 g
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor244
FörlagWorld Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
ISBN9789812385772

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"Dr Fischer's book fills an important gap in the history of individual 20th century scientists. It is also of interest because it documents the immense activity of a very hard-working scientist who did not make any spectacular discoveries and yet contributed to many areas of physical science."Roy H GarstangEmeritus Professor, University of Colorado"Fischer does a good job of outlining the technical context of each of Hartree's contributions .. Extensive references to primary sources are provided, as is a complete listing of Hartree's publications."The International Meccanoman"This book presents not only the life and scientific achievements of Hartree but also shows some individuals who have recognized his contribution to their professional lives."Zentralblatt MATH