10 Tables, black and white; 300 Line drawings, unspecified
Publishing Details
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Imprint
Cambridge University Press
Publication Date
1 September 2011
Publication Country
United Kingdom
Description
IAU Symposium 271 enhances our understanding of some of the important dynamical processes that are ubiquitous in many objects in the Universe, from stars like our Sun to galaxies. A wide range of temporal and spatial scales are generally present, so instabilities, highly nonlinear states and turbulence play a central role. Understanding the behaviour and evolution of such systems requires high-accuracy, multi-scale observations and thoughtful analysis of the data gathered, coupled with detailed theoretical study. High-performance numerical simulations have become an essential and revealing tool for assessing the often subtle highly nonlinear regime of such models. In IAU S271 world experts share their knowledge and perspectives on the latest advances in studying the common underlying processes from the field of nonlinear astrophysical dynamics. The symposium also celebrates the long and illustrious career of Professor Juri Toomre and his achievements in many realms of astrophysical dynamics.
Reviews
'The 'Golden Age' of astrophysical fluid dynamics still lies in the future but good new graduate students will find a rapidly developing subject on which to make their mark. This beautifully produced book will provide them with an up-to-date survey of suitable research problems.' The Observatory