Quantum Anisotropic Fluids And Defect Dynamics: A Common Aspect Of Spinor Condensates And Polarization Optics

This book explores the possibility of combining spin and quantum fluids, often associated with profound and intriguing phenomena in modern physics, into a single conceptual framework — the "spin fluid". Within this context, the book examines physical systems falling into two broad categories:A recurring theme of the book is the role of topological defects, which provide a unifying structural feature across these diverse systems.