Fractal geometry, together with the broader fields of nonlinear dynamics and complexity, represented a large segment of modern science at the end of the 20th century. Penetration of the resulting new paradigms into practically all academic disciplines has confirmed the fundamental assertion of universal formalism common to a wide range of human endeavors. This book contains an extended article by B B Mandelbrot, reviewing his contribution to fractal geometry and outlining some unsolved problems, with illustrations especially of finance and physics. It covers a range of multidisciplinary topics - from the biology of aging, through the self-similar shape of plants, image decompression and solar magnetic fields, to sound reflection in the street. The book is a treasure trove for innovative researchers working in fields related to fractal geometry.
Edited by:
Miroslav M Novak (Kingston Univ Uk) Imprint: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Country of Publication: Singapore Dimensions:
Height: 254mm,
Width: 171mm,
Spine: 20mm
Weight: 726g ISBN:9789812388223 ISBN 10: 9812388222 Pages: 336 Publication Date:10 March 2004 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Further / Higher Education
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Undergraduate
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active