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Record Nr.

UNINA9910799493203321

Autore

Lindgren Kristian

Titolo

Information Theory for Complex Systems : An Information Perspective on Complexity in Dynamical Systems and Statistical Mechanics / / by Kristian Lindgren

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Berlin, Heidelberg : , : Springer Berlin Heidelberg : , : Imprint : Springer, , 2024

ISBN

3-662-68214-1

9783662682142

Edizione

[1st ed. 2024.]

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (xi, 153 pages) : illustrations

Collana

Understanding Complex Systems, , 1860-0840

Disciplina

003.54

Soggetti

System theory

Dynamics

Statistical mechanics

Thermodynamics

Data structures (Computer science)

Information theory

Complex Systems

Dynamical Systems

Statistical Mechanics

Data Structures and Information Theory

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references.

Nota di contenuto

Introduction -- Information theory -- Information theory for lattice systems -- Cellular automata -- Physics and information theory -- Geometric information theory -- Pattern formation in chemical systems -- Chaos and information -- Appendix -- References.

Sommario/riassunto

This book introduces a comprehensive framework tailored for dissecting complex systems across diverse disciplines. What defines a complex system? How can we harness information to quantify its order, structure, and intricacy? Delving into phenomena from the intricate processes in physical systems to the dynamic behaviours in cellular automata and pattern formation, readers will uncover the profound



interplay between physics and information theory. This intricate relationship provides fresh insight into physical phenomena, reimagining them through the lens of information. Notably, the book demystifies how seemingly opposing forces—rising order and increasing disorder—coexist, ultimately shedding light on the second law of thermodynamics as an outcome of deterministic, reversible dynamics beneath the surface. Geared towards graduate students, this book presumes an undergraduate foundation in mathematics and physics, ensuring a deep, engaging exploration for its readers.