1. Introduction In the jargon of hydrodynamic transport phenomena, a ‘shock’ is a discontinuity separating two different regions in an otherwise continuous medium (Kallenrode, 2004). It is associated with a disturbance moving faster than the rate of signal propagation in the environment, such as an airplane traveling at a speed greater than the speed of […]
In this economics/mathematics blog post, we discuss two basic solution concepts of cooperative game theory: the core and the Shapley value. A calculation example is included.
In this optics blog post, we explore Huygens-Fresnel diffraction and related concepts, such as Fresnel zones, Fresnel integrals, and the Cornu spiral.
On this fuzzy mathematics/statistics blog post, we discuss ordered weighted averaging (OWA) operators, a simple yet powerful concept introduced by Ronald R. Yager in the 1980s.
In this computer science/number theory/mathematics blog post, we discuss the RSA cryptosystem, one of the simplest models of public-key cryptography. We also discuss Pollard’s p – 1 factorization method, an algorithm used to factorize large integers.
In this electrical engineering blog post, we discuss smart grids, a power system infrastructure technology that is becoming increasingly common in advanced and developing economies. Also included are brief discussions on two related concepts: smart metering and demand response.
In this electronics blog post, we discuss the basics of NAND Flash memory technology. A survey of state-of-the-art topics, such as 3D NAND and charge-trap technology is included.
In this electronics/chemical engineering blog post, we discuss thermal oxidation of silicon wafers, a fundamental process of microelectronic fabrication, and how it can be described with the Deal-Grove model.
