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  1. S

    Classical Recommend books about classical mechanics please

    Hi! i need some textbooks recommendations to learn by my self about classical mechanics in a undegraduate level. I don´¨¨t know what kind of math is required, i have knowledge about calculus by my high school classes and i learned more with the book "Calculus" by Gilbert Strang. I wait for your...
  2. fluidistic

    "Old" books are in public domain, what about old textbooks?

    I'm quickly reading at https://boingboing.net/2019/08/01/80pct-pd.html?fbclid=IwAR3pMnu6G0d-M6Ldf_i5muga3g_m0NVkMQ5u6NiE-f_FapGKftJO76_hxbw that about 80% of books published in the US between 1924 and 1963 are in the Public Domain now. Textbooks are known to be very expensive, even when they are...
  3. M

    Astrophysics Looking for Books on Astronomy and Astrophysics

    What are some good textbooks for astronomy and astrophysics? I know of fundamental astronomy and the principles of astrophysics. I would prefer it if it were good for self-study. Also, are there any books that are free?
  4. AndreasC

    Chemistry What Are the Best Chemistry Books for Physicists?

    I want (need tbh) to learn some chemistry. I'm pretty comfortable in my understanding of the standard QM I and II you'd learn at uni, and I'm decent at statistical physics. I am interested in condensed matter physics, and I would like to learn some chemistry. Well, more like "need", because it's...
  5. AndreasC

    Other Math Problem Books: Discover Your Favourites

    Simple question: what are your favourite problem books on math? This can be any subject, even very specialised ones. Just your favourite ones in all of math.
  6. thaiqi

    Quantum Which books are best for learning Bohm's mechanics?

    Hello, everyone. Which books best for learning Bohm's mechanics?
  7. STEM_nerd

    Other Best physics books for preparing for the IPHO?

    So I have decided to participate in the IPHO in the upcoming years. I searched online but I don't seem to be getting any help on how I should prepare and what books I need to refer to. So please, could you guide me on which books I should refer to for IPHO?
  8. Haorong Wu

    Relativity Problem Books for GR - Find an Easier Problem Book for Relativity & Gravitation

    Hello,. I am looking for another problem book for GR. I have used Problem Book In Relativity and Gravitation by Alan P. Lightman, et al. But first the copy I get is not in a good quality. Some texts are vague. Also, it seems too difficult for me. I only can solve about half of the problems in...
  9. U

    Other Which Introductory Linear Algebra Book Is Best for Aspiring Engineers?

    Hello I am looking for an introductory linear algebra book. I attend university next year so I want to prepare and I want to become an engineer. I have a good background in the prerequisites, except I don't know anything about matrices or determinants. I am looking for the more application side...
  10. thaiqi

    Quantum Which books are good for learning spectrum computation?

    Hello everyone. I 'd like to learn how to calculate the spectrum for elements. Which books are recommended?
  11. patric44

    Quantum Dirac notation based quantum books?

    hi i am recently following the nptel course in quantum mechanics (The Course ) and it seems like a really good course , but i can't find the book that it based on . my question is : had anyone saw that course before to suggest a QM book related to it ? - she began by an introduction to vector...
  12. Hamiltonian

    Calculus Books for practice integration problems and calc 3

    I am looking for a (practice)book that has problems on definite and indefinite integration from easy to intermediate. also which book covers the prerequisites of calculus for books like Griffiths.(similar to the topics in chap 1 of Griffiths but more in-depth)
  13. R

    Quantum What Book Best Explores Quantum Mechanics for Conceptual Thinkers?

    Hi everyone , I am interested in learning quantum mechanics. I want to read a book which explains each and every aspect of quantum physics , gives a conceptual understanding with the help of logical thinking. Also it should be like that if I know the most basic theory and...
  14. thaiqi

    Classical Which books are good for Lagrangian/Hamiltonian formulations for continuum?

    Can anybody suggest which books are good for Lagrangian/Hamiltonian formulations for continuum beyond The Classical Mechanics by Goldstein ( it seems a bit too complicated for my understanding.)?
  15. JD_PM

    Quantum Books on electroweak and strong interactions (& QED)

    Hi, I am looking for a book about the unified electroweak and strong interaction theories, dealing with the following: Gauge Theories. Intermediate Vector Boson Theory. Gauge Theory of Weak Interactions. Spontaneous Symmetry Breaking. The Standard Electroweak Theory. I've basically quoted...
  16. S

    Books for the Mathematics of Feynman Diagrams

    Summary:: What is (are) the best book(s) to understand the mathematics of Feynman diagram? Hello, Can anyone recommend some books for the mathematics of Feynman diagram? (I don't mind if they also include the physics; in fact it may be better). Ideally I would need books that are very...
  17. Haorong Wu

    Classical Books about tensor analysis just good enough for physics

    Hi. I am looking for a book about tensor analysis. I am aware that there have been some post about those books, but I wish to find a thin book rather than a tome but just good enough for physics, such as group theory, relativistic quantum mechanics, and quantum field theory. I am reading...
  18. W

    New Free books by Springer in ML

    Here is a list of free books on Machine learning: https://towardsdatascience.com/springer-has-released-65-machine-learning-and-data-books-for-free-961f8181f189 Hope this is the right forum for it.
  19. M

    Other What are some sources of recommendations for Math books?

    I'm a lover of books about Mathematics. However, I have noticed it's quite hard to stay in touch with new releases or book reviews in the world of Mathematics. I use GoodReads for recommendations in most genres of Fiction and it does a good job, but it very rarely covers or recommends new books...
  20. Adesh

    Analysis Books for learning Fourier series expansion

    Hello Everyone! I want to learn about Fourier series (not Fourier transform), that is approximating a continuous periodic function with something like this ##a_0 \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} (a_n \cos nt + b_n \sin nt)##. I tried some videos and lecture notes that I could find with a google search but...
  21. AndreasC

    Analysis Books for somewhat more advanced real analysis/metric spaces

    There is a class in my uni called Real Analysis, which covers mostly metric spaces and generally a bunch of slightly more advanced topics than just your basic calculus/multivariable calculus/very basic number theory etc. There are some notes that you can download but for some reason no...
  22. birkan93

    Intrinsic Concentrations are different in some books. Why?

    instinct concentration temperature relationship formula? in some books, Si instrinct concentration(ni)=1,1x10^10cm-3, some books instrinct concentration(ni)=1,5x10^10cm-3. Why these values are different?
  23. S

    Quantum What are the best books for: 1.Mass 2.Energy and 3.Quantum Mechanics?

    What are the best theoretical books I can study for understanding the basic as well as advanced; mass, energy and quantum mechanics.
  24. hagopbul

    Intro Physics Finding Books on Elementary Particle Physics & Special Relativity

    hello all : looking for books to read in this times ,undergraduate level mostly , but i have some problem finding good ones for introductory elementary particle physics other than griffths and for special relativity any recommendations
  25. S

    Applied Maths of Neural Networks -- books and papers?

    Does anyone know any good up to date books on the mathematics of neural networks? If you know any good research papers that would be cool too. I've read through "Intro to the theory of neural computation" by John Hertz but it's a 1991 book. I'm looking for generalized theorems on...
  26. entropy1

    Study Quantum Mechanics: Recommended Literature

    Hello, I want to try studying QM. I have already read Susskind Minimum QM. Now I have some trouble focussing while reading and mild dyslexia. So I only want to read the stuff I need (doesn't everyone?). HOW do I find the right sequence of the right books to progress from basic to more...
  27. F

    Self-study methods for advanced math books and papers

    How to study advanced math books and papers? Advanced math books don't have exercises to practice. What study methods do you use?
  28. dRic2

    Other Free Springer books during lockdown

    It appears that during this lockdown Springer is making lots of expensive scientific books available for free. Open the pdf file and you will see a complete list of books with the relative links. You'll be redirected to the Springer webpage and there you can freely download any of those books...
  29. E

    Classical Suggestions for fun problem-solving type books

    I was just looking to see if anyone knew of a book pitched at the pre-university to undergrad level which contains slightly more unconventional Physics/Maths problems, but is not as formal as some of the old warhorses like Irodov. Something similar to what I'm looking for would be Professor...
  30. S

    Quantum physics and philosophy (books)

    Summary:: Looking for recommendations Are there any books on the philosophical implications of quantum theory by people who know what they're talking about?
  31. FourEyedRaven

    Cosmology Exploring Cosmology through Challenging Problems: A Graduate-Level Workbook

    Hi. Are there good cosmology problem books at the graduate level?
  32. Adesh

    Classical Rigorous introductory books on Electromagnetism

    I need some rigorous introductory books on Electromagnetism, by rigorous I mean detailed and mathematical. Many books that I have found don’t actually work out the field produced by current carrying toroid, solenoid or even some other simple electrostatic situations. They just write “by...
  33. Amik

    Mastering Physics access code -- 1 book versus 3 books?

    I want to buy the access code for university physics 14th edition.I know there are 3 volumes for this books.Is there one access code for 3 books or just one for each volume?
  34. J

    Quantum Books teaching maths more advanced than what is used in quantum physics

    Hello friends. I was thinking that if you study physics, you learn first the basic math to understand it, but you don't go beyond, or deeper, you just learn the minimum math necessary to understand what you are going to see in your physics leassons. For example, if you are going to learn...
  35. JD_PM

    Other Classical and Field books on symmetries

    Hi. I am interested in finding books dealing with symmetries. Specifically books that make me understand assertions like, and I quote Orodruin's #10 and #16 here https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/find-a-transformation-that-leaves-the-given-lagrangian-invariant.984601/, 'a rotation in the...
  36. HaoBoJiang

    I want to get some books about Mechanics analysis

    Summary:: Is there somebody can help me? The book about Mechanics analysis or classical mechanics,if you have read some good books, please recommend them to me, I will be very grateful.
  37. R

    Other Intro Logic Books (differences between Peter Smith, J.J. Smith and P.Teller)

    I want to get started with FOL and decided to get through some very basic book first. Currently looking at: A Modern Formal Logic Primer - Teller An Introduction to Formal Logic - P.Smith Logic: The Laws of Truth - J.J. Smith These 3 books are frequently recommended I just don't know which...
  38. Adesh

    Classical I need some self-contained introductory books on Fluid Mechanics

    By Fluid Mechanics I mean the mechanics of fluids, both at rest and in motion. I'm unable to find introductory books on Fluid Mechanics which contains everything in itself, for example I downloaded Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics by Munson, Young, Okiishi, Huebsch and I don't know why but I...
  39. R

    Other Books about interpretation and philosophy of physics

    I'm studying physics with math as a minor and I'm currently at 4th semester. Don't get me wrong, I love studying physics. But I'm starting to feel that something is missing. Most of my courses are really focused on learning the formalism and technical methods, so we are able to solve different...
  40. A

    Any good books on artificial intelligence for self-studying?

    Summary:: what are some good books they recommend on the topic? thanks in advance
  41. E

    Quantum Springer discount code CYBERWEEK19 - English IT books only 7 Euro

    Use the discount code CYBERWEEK19 to purchase English IT eBooks from Springer online for only 7 Euro. Go to the checkout and enter the code. Afterwards, you can proceed browsing the book list and it automatically shows if the code was applied. Note: At the checkout read again if the discount...
  42. A

    Recommend beginner engineering books

    Hi I am a first year engineering student I want to start by learning general engineering So I want books recommendation I want to understand the engineering behind the following Referegration Fans Car and automobiles Computers Civil works Buildings Planes Space craft Kitchen tools...
  43. A

    What are best civil engineering books for beginners?

    Hi What are best civil engineering books for beginners. I want them to be easy to understand for an Egyptian I mean easy language and good content Thanks
  44. Serbiwni

    Newton's 2nd Law: Pile of Books on a Table Being Moved

    I drew a free body diagram for the books but it's not the same one in the correction. The static force Fs between the books and the table must be opposite to the motion but the correction does not the same and puts that vector in the same direction as the motion. Here's a drawing of the...
  45. Vividly

    Intro Physics Physics books that focus on Concepts mostly rather than equations

    Im looking for a book that gives descriptions and explanations of physics concepts instead of a equational representations. Or A book that focuses mostly on concepts with minimal equations. I have come across Richard F. Lectures that are red textbooks and I am looking for other alternatives...
  46. E

    Analysis Springer math books 40% off till Nov 30

    Springer math books are 40% off till Nov 30. Coupon code is MATH19PE. I bought Linear Algebra by Axler , the analysis books by Pugh and Abbott. Any further recommendations for good books?
  47. A

    Engineering Manufacturing engineering books -- Follow-on questions

    Hi guys What are best manufacturing engineering academic books for beginners
  48. A

    Best Applied Physics Books: Get Expert Advice & Recommendations

    What are best applied physics books I have downloaded one that doesn't even talk about it Please help
  49. N

    I would love to hear about how you study math books

    Summary: self study math books I wanted to make a post, been a while since my last one. I been taking a few weeks off but back studying linear algebra done right, and i notice a few things. First i will find myself reading the chapter, and fooling myself i get it, but then struggle with the...
  50. Boltzman Oscillation

    Engineering Op Amp Books: Gain, Feedback & Examples

    I was wanting to get a book on Op Amps. Ideally it would have lots of examples but I also need it to explain gain, feedback, and all that important material in an understandable manner.
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