Foundations of Synergetics I

By Alexander S. Mikhailov

Subjects: Physics, Chaotic behavior in systems, Optical pattern recognition, Geology, System theory, Ecology, Self-organizing systems, Computer science, Economics

Description: This textbook (the first of two volumes) provides an introduction to the general theory of cooperative behavior in active systems of various origins. The treatment is at a level accessible to undergraduate students. Important topics include pattern formation and properties and applications of neural networks.