Information theory and statistical mechanics

In this dissertation we argue the case for Jaynes' Information Theory approach to the foundations of Statistical Mechanics. In Chapter 1 a brief revue of the relevant aspects of classical and quantum mechanics is given. In particular, the methods in which probability theory is applied to mechan...

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Main Author: Robin, W. A.
Published: Swansea University 1981
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.638691