A Textbook of Engineering Physics
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ISBN:
9789354979491
Publication date:
07/04/2024
Paperback
Second Edition
D.K. Bhattacharya & Poonam Tandon
A Textbook of Engineering Physics is tailored to meet the needs of first-year engineering students. It also serves as a reference book for undergraduate science (B. Sc) students, scientists, technologists, and
practitioners of various branches of engineering.
New to this Edition
- Dedicated chapters on Quantum Computing and Thermodynamics
- In-depth treatment for topics such as Crystal growth techniques, Quantum confinement, Ball milling and SILAR Techniques
- Separate annexures at the end of relevant chapters to discuss advanced topics like Gravitational waves, Space telescope and Coffee ring effect in detail
- Chapter-wise additional solved examples and Appendices which can be accessed with the help of QR codes
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Second Edition
D.K. Bhattacharya & Poonam Tandon
Description
A Textbook of Engineering Physics is tailored to meet the needs of first-year engineering students. It also serves as a reference book for undergraduate science (B. Sc) students, scientists, technologists, and
practitioners of various branches of engineering.
With a focus on real-world examples and problem-solving, this book presents the fundamental concepts of physics in an accessible and engaging manner. The textbook is divided into seven parts. Part I covers optics, waves, oscillations, architectural acoustics, and ultrasonics. Part II explores classical mechanics, relativistic mechanics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics. Electromagnetism-related topics, including dielectric and magnetic properties, along with electromagnetic field theory, are discussed in Part III. Part IV delves into advanced topics such as X-rays, crystal physics, semiconductor physics, conducting and superconducting materials. Part V of the book touches upon nuclear physics, radioactivity, nanotechnology and latest engineering materials. Parts VI and VII cover chapters on thermodynamics, and quantum computing.
About the authors
D. K. Bhattacharya is a former Scientist ‘H’ (Outstanding Scientist), Defence Research and Development Organization. He is currently engaged in the field of Spintronics.
Poonam Tandon is presently Professor, Department of Applied Sciences, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology, affiliated to GGSIP University, New Delhi.
Second Edition
D.K. Bhattacharya & Poonam Tandon
Table of contents
PART I: OPTICS, WAVES, AND ACOUSTICS
Chapter 1 explains superposition and coherence followed by a detailed discussion on the methodologies for the observation of interference. The different types of interferences are also covered.
Chapter 2 presents the ab-initio Huygen’s principle and Fresnel’s and Fraunhoffer’s diffraction in detail. The resolving power of important optical instruments such as plane diffraction grating, telescope, and microscope has been explained.
Chapter 3 describes the phenomenon of polarization, types of polarization, and methods of producing polarization. Topics such as Malus law, Nicol prism as a polarizer and analyzer, quarter- and half-wave plates, Fresnel’s theory of optical rotation, and polarimeter are discussed in detail. A basic idea of photo elasticity is also presented.
Chapter 4 discusses the ordered excited state—lasers. The various components, types, and industrial applications of lasers are discussed in detail. The technique of holography has also been covered in this chapter.
Chapter 5 explains the propagation of light waves in an optical fibre system. The chapter discusses the numerical aperture of optical fibre systems, the various types of optical fibres and their classification, fibre drawings, splicing, LEDs, detectors, and endoscopes.
Chapter 6 on waves and oscillations elucidates the concept of potential energy, the linear restoring force resulting in linear harmonic oscillations, damped harmonic oscillations, quality factor, and forced vibrations and its phase characteristics. The contemporary research topics of chaos and coupled oscillations have been introduced in this chapter. The conventional definition of waves, and waves in closed and open pipes are discussed for completeness.
Chapter 7 covers architectural acoustics which has become an important feature of building design. This chapter details the classification of sound, characteristics of musical sounds, intensity of sound, reverberation, Sabine’s formula, room acoustics, absorption coefficient, and acoustic quieting along with methods of quieting.
Ultrasonic waves are used in non-destructive testing techniques and are produced by the magnetostriction method and piezoelectric effect. Chapter 8 deals with the properties and detection of ultrasonic waves, cavitation, acoustic grating, SONAR, and the industrial and medical applications.
PART II: MECHANICS
Chapter 9 explains the fundamentals of classical mechanics such as vector analysis, rotational motion, central forces, elastic properties, and fluid dynamics.
Chapter 10 throws light on relativistic mechanics. Topics such as inertial and non-inertial frames, Galilean transformations, and Michelson–Morley experiment have been covered in detail. The chapter also covers the special theory of relativity, Lorentz transformation, variation of mass leading to the mass–energy equivalence, energy–momentum relations, and twin paradox.
Chapter 11 lays emphasis on quantum mechanics. The chapter covers photoelectric effect, Einstein’s photoelectric equation, Milikan’s experiment, De Broglie’s experiment, Thomson experiment, and the two-slit interference experiment. Phase and group velocity, matter waves, Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, Schrodinger’s wave equation, quantum tunnelling, and quantum or discrete behaviour of material particles are explained in this chapter.
Chapter 12 expounds on the behaviour of an assembly of particles for an ideal gas. The quantum concept related to discrete behaviour of particles introduces energy levels, energy states, and degeneracy. The various ways of stacking particles in an assembly are categorized using the Bose–Einstein, Fermi–Dirac, and Maxwell–Boltzmann statistics. The Planck’s quantum theory of radiation encompasses the two independent classical radiation laws—Rayleigh and Wein’s laws—under special limits.
PART III: ELECTROMAGNETISM
Chapter 13 on dielectric properties of materials includes important topics such as electric dipole, dipole moment, dielectric constant, and polarizability. The different types of polarizations in dielectrics, their frequency and temperature dependence, and Claussius–Mossotti equation are presented in detail. Dielectric losses, their breakdown, and the applications of dielectric materials are also covered.
Chapter 14 discusses the magnetic properties of materials such as dia, para, and ferromagnetism in detail. The phenomenon of hysteresis, ferrites, and important applications of magnetic materials are also included in this chapter.
Chapter 15 presents the mathematical concepts of gradient, divergence, and curl along with their physical significance. The Maxwell’s contribution of combining both electrostatics and magnetostatics laws has been detailed both mathematically and physically. The application of Maxwell’s equations in understanding the guided waves for a free space, dielectric medium, and conducting medium with the idea of skin penetration depth has been explained exhaustively.
PART IV: SOLID STATE PHYSICS
X-rays, to date, have made useful contributions towards material analysis and medical applications. Chapter 16 presents a discussion on diffraction of X-rays, X-ray spectrum, the different methods of production of X-rays, and its important applications. The Compton effect has been explained in this chapter to further strengthen the basis of quantum mechanics.
Chapter 17 on crystal physics introduces lattices, miller indices, atomic radius, coordination number, and packing factor. Crystal structures, polymorphism, and allotropy have been explained. The different types of crystal defects are also presented.
Chapter 18 introduces the band theory of solids using quantum mechanics. The Kronig–Penney model for solids is explained in detail. The Fermi–Dirac statistics has been used to explain the density of states and work function.
Chapter 19 on semiconductor physics begins with an introduction to intrinsic and extrinsic types of semiconductors. Fermi level has been physically explained for understanding the electron or hole assembly. The p–n junction has been detailed in the form of the diode equation. The Hall effect has been discussed. Some of the special reverse bias devices such as LED, LCD, photodiodes, solar cells, and Zener diodes are explained. The topic of photoconductivity has also been included.
Chapter 20 on conducting materials includes Drude’s theory, thermal conductivity and Wiedemann–Franz law, Lorentz number, free electron gas, Fermi energy, and carrier concentration, in addition to a discussion on conducting polymers.
Superconductors fall into a special class of materials. Chapter 21 describes the special characteristics of superconductors such as Meissner effect, coherence length, isotope effect, and energy gap, among others. Josephson tunnelling, BCS theory, and London’s equation have also been explained. The types and applications of superconductors have been covered in this chapter.
PART V: NUCLEAR PHYSICS AND NEW ENGINEERING MATERIALS
Chapter 22 on nuclear physics and radioactivity has been included in the book, in view of its importance in energy generation, in addition to the use of fossil fuels. The chapter covers nuclear forces, conservation laws, and radioactive laws. The theory of nuclear fusion and fission has been explained with a mention of nuclear reactors.
Chapter 23 discusses new engineering materials and nanotechnology. Important topics such as metallic glasses, shape memory alloys, and nanotechnology are presented. Carbon nanotubes, fullerenes, and graphene are also discussed.
PART VI: QUANTUM COMPUTING
Chapter 24 covers the basic concepts of quantum bit, quantum entanglement, Decoherence and the power of Qubits. The basics of design and implementation of Quantum computing systems, quantum hardware implementation and Quantum Computing systems are discussed in the chapter.
PART VII: THERMODYNAMICS
Chapter 25 on thermodynamics discusses the concept of thermal energy, thermal expansion of solids and liquids, the relation between the linear, superficial and volume (liquids) expansion coefficients and how thermal conductivity can be measured for different types of compound media. It also explains the theory and experiment of Forbe’s and Lee’s disc methods for determining thermal conductivity of good and bad conductors.
The book contains six appendices which include SI units, the periodic table, physical constants, lattice constants, properties and band gaps of semiconductors, and properties of silicon, germanium, and gallium arsenide that can be accessed with the help of QR code given at the end of the book. Also the QR codes can be used to access the answers to multiple-choice questions and numerical problems.
Second Edition
D.K. Bhattacharya & Poonam Tandon
Features
- Close to 450 solved examples and over 400 self-explanatory illustrations which aid in the understanding of concepts
- Summary of concepts, applications, and key formulae at the end of each chapter for quick recapitulation
- Around 1400 chapter-end exercises including multiple-choice questions, review questions, and numerical problems listed under the self-assessment section for practice
New to this Edition
- Dedicated chapters on Quantum Computing and Thermodynamics
- In-depth treatment for topics such as Crystal growth techniques, Quantum confinement, Ball milling and SILAR Techniques
- Separate annexures at the end of relevant chapters to discuss advanced topics like Gravitational waves, Space telescope and Coffee ring effect in detail
- Chapter-wise additional solved examples and Appendices which can be accessed with the help of QR codes
Second Edition
D.K. Bhattacharya & Poonam Tandon
Description
A Textbook of Engineering Physics is tailored to meet the needs of first-year engineering students. It also serves as a reference book for undergraduate science (B. Sc) students, scientists, technologists, and
practitioners of various branches of engineering.
With a focus on real-world examples and problem-solving, this book presents the fundamental concepts of physics in an accessible and engaging manner. The textbook is divided into seven parts. Part I covers optics, waves, oscillations, architectural acoustics, and ultrasonics. Part II explores classical mechanics, relativistic mechanics, quantum mechanics, and statistical mechanics. Electromagnetism-related topics, including dielectric and magnetic properties, along with electromagnetic field theory, are discussed in Part III. Part IV delves into advanced topics such as X-rays, crystal physics, semiconductor physics, conducting and superconducting materials. Part V of the book touches upon nuclear physics, radioactivity, nanotechnology and latest engineering materials. Parts VI and VII cover chapters on thermodynamics, and quantum computing.
About the authors
D. K. Bhattacharya is a former Scientist ‘H’ (Outstanding Scientist), Defence Research and Development Organization. He is currently engaged in the field of Spintronics.
Poonam Tandon is presently Professor, Department of Applied Sciences, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology, affiliated to GGSIP University, New Delhi.
Table of contents
PART I: OPTICS, WAVES, AND ACOUSTICS
Chapter 1 explains superposition and coherence followed by a detailed discussion on the methodologies for the observation of interference. The different types of interferences are also covered.
Chapter 2 presents the ab-initio Huygen’s principle and Fresnel’s and Fraunhoffer’s diffraction in detail. The resolving power of important optical instruments such as plane diffraction grating, telescope, and microscope has been explained.
Chapter 3 describes the phenomenon of polarization, types of polarization, and methods of producing polarization. Topics such as Malus law, Nicol prism as a polarizer and analyzer, quarter- and half-wave plates, Fresnel’s theory of optical rotation, and polarimeter are discussed in detail. A basic idea of photo elasticity is also presented.
Chapter 4 discusses the ordered excited state—lasers. The various components, types, and industrial applications of lasers are discussed in detail. The technique of holography has also been covered in this chapter.
Chapter 5 explains the propagation of light waves in an optical fibre system. The chapter discusses the numerical aperture of optical fibre systems, the various types of optical fibres and their classification, fibre drawings, splicing, LEDs, detectors, and endoscopes.
Chapter 6 on waves and oscillations elucidates the concept of potential energy, the linear restoring force resulting in linear harmonic oscillations, damped harmonic oscillations, quality factor, and forced vibrations and its phase characteristics. The contemporary research topics of chaos and coupled oscillations have been introduced in this chapter. The conventional definition of waves, and waves in closed and open pipes are discussed for completeness.
Chapter 7 covers architectural acoustics which has become an important feature of building design. This chapter details the classification of sound, characteristics of musical sounds, intensity of sound, reverberation, Sabine’s formula, room acoustics, absorption coefficient, and acoustic quieting along with methods of quieting.
Ultrasonic waves are used in non-destructive testing techniques and are produced by the magnetostriction method and piezoelectric effect. Chapter 8 deals with the properties and detection of ultrasonic waves, cavitation, acoustic grating, SONAR, and the industrial and medical applications.
PART II: MECHANICS
Chapter 9 explains the fundamentals of classical mechanics such as vector analysis, rotational motion, central forces, elastic properties, and fluid dynamics.
Chapter 10 throws light on relativistic mechanics. Topics such as inertial and non-inertial frames, Galilean transformations, and Michelson–Morley experiment have been covered in detail. The chapter also covers the special theory of relativity, Lorentz transformation, variation of mass leading to the mass–energy equivalence, energy–momentum relations, and twin paradox.
Chapter 11 lays emphasis on quantum mechanics. The chapter covers photoelectric effect, Einstein’s photoelectric equation, Milikan’s experiment, De Broglie’s experiment, Thomson experiment, and the two-slit interference experiment. Phase and group velocity, matter waves, Heisenberg’s uncertainty principle, Schrodinger’s wave equation, quantum tunnelling, and quantum or discrete behaviour of material particles are explained in this chapter.
Chapter 12 expounds on the behaviour of an assembly of particles for an ideal gas. The quantum concept related to discrete behaviour of particles introduces energy levels, energy states, and degeneracy. The various ways of stacking particles in an assembly are categorized using the Bose–Einstein, Fermi–Dirac, and Maxwell–Boltzmann statistics. The Planck’s quantum theory of radiation encompasses the two independent classical radiation laws—Rayleigh and Wein’s laws—under special limits.
PART III: ELECTROMAGNETISM
Chapter 13 on dielectric properties of materials includes important topics such as electric dipole, dipole moment, dielectric constant, and polarizability. The different types of polarizations in dielectrics, their frequency and temperature dependence, and Claussius–Mossotti equation are presented in detail. Dielectric losses, their breakdown, and the applications of dielectric materials are also covered.
Chapter 14 discusses the magnetic properties of materials such as dia, para, and ferromagnetism in detail. The phenomenon of hysteresis, ferrites, and important applications of magnetic materials are also included in this chapter.
Chapter 15 presents the mathematical concepts of gradient, divergence, and curl along with their physical significance. The Maxwell’s contribution of combining both electrostatics and magnetostatics laws has been detailed both mathematically and physically. The application of Maxwell’s equations in understanding the guided waves for a free space, dielectric medium, and conducting medium with the idea of skin penetration depth has been explained exhaustively.
PART IV: SOLID STATE PHYSICS
X-rays, to date, have made useful contributions towards material analysis and medical applications. Chapter 16 presents a discussion on diffraction of X-rays, X-ray spectrum, the different methods of production of X-rays, and its important applications. The Compton effect has been explained in this chapter to further strengthen the basis of quantum mechanics.
Chapter 17 on crystal physics introduces lattices, miller indices, atomic radius, coordination number, and packing factor. Crystal structures, polymorphism, and allotropy have been explained. The different types of crystal defects are also presented.
Chapter 18 introduces the band theory of solids using quantum mechanics. The Kronig–Penney model for solids is explained in detail. The Fermi–Dirac statistics has been used to explain the density of states and work function.
Chapter 19 on semiconductor physics begins with an introduction to intrinsic and extrinsic types of semiconductors. Fermi level has been physically explained for understanding the electron or hole assembly. The p–n junction has been detailed in the form of the diode equation. The Hall effect has been discussed. Some of the special reverse bias devices such as LED, LCD, photodiodes, solar cells, and Zener diodes are explained. The topic of photoconductivity has also been included.
Chapter 20 on conducting materials includes Drude’s theory, thermal conductivity and Wiedemann–Franz law, Lorentz number, free electron gas, Fermi energy, and carrier concentration, in addition to a discussion on conducting polymers.
Superconductors fall into a special class of materials. Chapter 21 describes the special characteristics of superconductors such as Meissner effect, coherence length, isotope effect, and energy gap, among others. Josephson tunnelling, BCS theory, and London’s equation have also been explained. The types and applications of superconductors have been covered in this chapter.
PART V: NUCLEAR PHYSICS AND NEW ENGINEERING MATERIALS
Chapter 22 on nuclear physics and radioactivity has been included in the book, in view of its importance in energy generation, in addition to the use of fossil fuels. The chapter covers nuclear forces, conservation laws, and radioactive laws. The theory of nuclear fusion and fission has been explained with a mention of nuclear reactors.
Chapter 23 discusses new engineering materials and nanotechnology. Important topics such as metallic glasses, shape memory alloys, and nanotechnology are presented. Carbon nanotubes, fullerenes, and graphene are also discussed.
PART VI: QUANTUM COMPUTING
Chapter 24 covers the basic concepts of quantum bit, quantum entanglement, Decoherence and the power of Qubits. The basics of design and implementation of Quantum computing systems, quantum hardware implementation and Quantum Computing systems are discussed in the chapter.
PART VII: THERMODYNAMICS
Chapter 25 on thermodynamics discusses the concept of thermal energy, thermal expansion of solids and liquids, the relation between the linear, superficial and volume (liquids) expansion coefficients and how thermal conductivity can be measured for different types of compound media. It also explains the theory and experiment of Forbe’s and Lee’s disc methods for determining thermal conductivity of good and bad conductors.
The book contains six appendices which include SI units, the periodic table, physical constants, lattice constants, properties and band gaps of semiconductors, and properties of silicon, germanium, and gallium arsenide that can be accessed with the help of QR code given at the end of the book. Also the QR codes can be used to access the answers to multiple-choice questions and numerical problems.
