Optical Activity and Dynamic Light Scattering in Chiral Nematic Liquid Crystals
Author: Carlos Heston Ricardo Hunte
Publisher:
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 442
ISBN-13:
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Handbook of Liquid Crystals, 8 Volume Set
Author: John W. Goodby
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2014-04-14
Total Pages: 5240
ISBN-13: 3527327738
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMuch more than a slight revision, this second edition of the successful "Handbook of Liquid Crystals" is completely restructured and streamlined, with updated as well as completely new topics, 100% more content and a new team of editors and authors. As such, it fills the gap for a definitive, single source reference for all those working in the field of organized fluids and will set the standard for the next decade. The Handbook's new structure facilitates navigation and combines the presentation of the content by topic and by liquid-crystal type: A fundamentals volume sets the stage for an understanding of the liquid crystal state of matter, while individual volumes cover the main types and forms, with a final volume bringing together the diverse liquid crystal phases through their applications. This unrivaled, all-embracing coverage represents the undiluted knowledge on liquid crystals, making the Handbook a must-have wherever liquid crystals are investigated, produced or used, and in institutions where their science and technology is taught. Also available electronically on Wiley Online Library, www.wileyonlinelibrary.com/ref/holc Volume 1: Fundamentals of Liquid Crystals Volume 2: Physical Properties and Phase Behavior of Liquid Crystals Volume 3: Nematic and Chiral Nematic Liquid Crystals Volume 4: Smectic and Columnar Liquid Crystals Volume 5: Non-Conventional Liquid Crystals Volume 6: Nanostructured and Amphiphilic Liquid Crystals Volume 7: Supermolecular and Polymeric Liquid Crystals Volume 8: Applications of Liquid Crystals
Optics and Nonlinear Optics of Liquid Crystals
Author: Iam-Choon Khoo
Publisher: World Scientific
Published: 1993
Total Pages: 442
ISBN-13: 9789810209346
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is a monograph/text devoted to a detailed treatment of the optical, electro-optical and nonlinear optical properties of all the mesophases of liquid crystals and related processes, phenomena and application principles. Quantitative data on material and optical parameters spanning the ultraviolet, visible, infrared as well as the microwave regimes are presented along with detailed theoretical treatments of basic liquid crystal physics, material properties and nonlinear optics.Starting with a discussion on the basic building blocks of liquid crystalline molecules, the authors proceed to present in a pedagogical manner current theories, experiments, and applications of these unique and important optical properties of liquid crystals. Numerous tables of hard-to-find liquid crystalline parameters, a self-contained chapter on general nonlinear optics, and comprehensive literature review are also included.
Dynamics and Defects in Liquid Crystals
Author: Peter Palffy-Muhoray
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2022-02-15
Total Pages: 480
ISBN-13: 1351454250
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDuring his distinguished scientific career, Alfred Saupe made important contributions to liquid crystal research, laying the groundwork on which much of the current knowledge and research in the physics of liquid crystals is based. This volume features papers presented by Prof. Saupe's colleagues, students and friends at a festschrift in honor of his 70th birthday. In addition, a selection of Prof. Saupe's articles are reprinted in the original German and in English translation, offering the reader a unique opportunity to see both the early work of this important scientist and widespread effect of that work on later discoveries in liquid crystal physics.
Liquid Crystals
Author: Pawel Pieranski
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2021-08-31
Total Pages: 370
ISBN-13: 1789450403
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book on liquid crystals reports on the new perspectives that have been brought about by the recent expansion of frontiers and overhaul of common beliefs. First, it explores the interaction of light with mesophases, when the light or matter is endowed with topological defects. It goes on to show how electrophoresis, electro-osmosis and the swimming of flagellated bacteria are affected by the anisotropic properties of liquid crystals. It also reports on the recent progress in the understanding of thermomechanical and thermohydrodynamical effects in cholesterics and deformed nematics and refutes the common belief that these effects could explain Lehmann’s observations of the rotation of cholesteric droplets subjected to a temperature gradient. It then studies the physics of the dowser texture, which has remarkable properties. This is of particular interest in regards to nematic monopoles, which can easily be generated, set into motion and collided within it. Finally, this book deals with the spontaneous emergence of chirality in nematics made of achiral molecules, and provides a brief historical context of chirality
Chirality in Liquid Crystals
Author: Heinz Kitzerow
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Published: 2006-04-28
Total Pages: 513
ISBN-13: 0387216421
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDescribes the main aspects of chirality in liquid crystals, and points out some of the open questions of current research. The chapters review the highlights of the important topics and questions.
Handbook of Liquid Crystal Research
Author: Peter J. Collings
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 632
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Handbook of Liquid Crystal Research deals with all the important recent advances in liquid crystalline materials. It contains in one volume the results of technical and theoretical work done in the last 15 years.
Advances in Liquid Crystals
Author: Jagdish K. Vij
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2000-07-03
Total Pages: 612
ISBN-13: 9780471180838
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPrigogine and Rice's highly acclaimed series, Advances in Chemical Physics, provides a forum for critical, authoritative reviews of current topics in every area of chemical physics. Edited by J.K. Vij, this volume focuses on recent advances in liquid crystals with significant, up-to-date chapters authored by internationally recognized researchers in the field.
Liquid Crystals: Chemistry, Physics, and Applications
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Published: 2002
Total Pages: 536
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKHandbook of Liquid Crystals, Volume 3
Author: Dietrich Demus
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Published: 2008-08-29
Total Pages: 556
ISBN-13: 3527620605
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe Handbook of Liquid Crystals is a unique compendium of knowledge on all aspects of liquid crystals. In over 2000 pages the Handbook provides detailed information on the basic principles of both low- and high-molecular weight materials, as well as the synthesis, characterization, modification, and applications (such as in computer displays or as structural materials) of all types of liquid crystals. The five editors of the Handbook are internationally renowned experts from both industry and academia and have drawn together over 70 leading figures in the field as authors. The three volumes of the Handbook are designed both to be used together or as stand-alone reference sources. Some users will require the whole set, others will be best served with one or two of the volumes. Volume 1 deals with the basic physical and chemical principles of liquid crystals, including structure-property relationships, nomenclature, phase behavior, characterization methods, and general synthesis and application strategies. As such this volume provides an excellent introduction to the field and a powerful learning and teaching tool for graduate students and above. Volume 2 concentrates on low-molecular weight materials, for example those typically used in display technology. A high quality survey of the literature is provided along with full details of molecular design strategies, phase characterization and control, and applications development. This volume is therefore by far the most detailed reference source on these industrially very important materials, ideally suited for professionals in the field. Volume 3 concentrates on high-molecular weight, or polymeric, liquid crystals, some of which are found in structural applications and others occur as natural products of living systems. A high-quality literature survey is complemented by full detail of the synthesis, processing, analysis, and applications of all important materials classes. This volume is the most comprehensive reference source on these materials, and is therefore ideally suited for professionals in the field.
