Routledge Introduction to Chaos and Coherence

This book provides an introduction to the theory of chaotic systems and demonstrates how chaos and coherence are interwoven in some of the models exhibiting deterministic chaos. It is based on the lecture notes for a short course in dynamical systems theory given at the University of Oslo. Review "A grand book for a course aimed at mathematicians, physicists or engineers...the whole sweep of nonlinear dynamics, from chaos to cellular automata...an exciting little book." New Scientist ..."a wonderful book. The book serves as an excellent introduction in the field for the beginners. The reading of this book will be fruitful for all scientists and engineers stimulating them to understand the surrounding nature. The book is a valuable acquisition for any academic or technical library." Memoirs of the Scientific Sections, Seria IV d book for a course aimed at mathematicians, physicists or engineers...the whole sweep of nonlinear dynamics, from chaos to cellular automata...an exciting little book." New Scientist ..."a wonderful book. The book serves as an excellent introduction in the field for the beginners. The reading of this book will be fruitful for all scientists and engineers stimulating them to understand the surrounding nature. The book is a valuable acquisition for any academic or technical library." Memoirs of the Scientific Sections, Seria IV From the Back Cover Introduction to Chaos and coherence is a condensed, easy-to-read account of the basic concepts and principles of chaotic dynamical behaviour-all explained in as simple terms as possible. This is achieved by using examples whose simplest properties are calculable without using any advanced mathematics. The mathematical requirements are within the range of most graduate and undergraduate students of science. This book will provide a valuable insight into the concepts of chaos and coherence for those who wish to acquire more than a superficial knowledge of this fascinating and topical field. About the Author Froyland, J