Nonlinear Hyperbolic Conservation Laws

Abstract

The applied problem: Modeling on continuum physics, chemistry, biology, environment, etc. Areas as gas dynamics, nonlinear elasticity, shallow water theory, geometric optics, magneto-fluid dynamics, kinetic theory, combustion theory, cancer medicine, petroleum engineering, irrigation systems, etc. Applications as optimal shape design (aeronautics, automobiles), noise reduction in cavities and vehicles, flexible structures, seismic waves (earthquakes, tsunamis), laser control in quantum mechanical and molecular systems, chromatography, chemostasis, oil prospection and recovery, cardiovascular system, traffic flow, the Thames barrier, etc.