Statistical Mechanics: Exercise Problems with Model Solutions serves as an essential supplement to K. Likharev’s lecture notes on Statistical Mechanics, which are part of his renowned Essential Graduate Physics series. These notes are available for free download from various mirror sites, including here, here, and here.

The supplement contains detailed solutions to 156 carefully selected problems that span a variety of critical topics in the field of statistical mechanics. These topics include:

All solutions include some elements of color in the graphics, enhancing comprehension and visual appeal. These resources, like the lecture notes, are also available free of charge from the second site listed above, making it accessible to students and professionals alike.

About the Author:

Konstantin K. Likharev, a prominent figure in the field of physics, received his Candidate (Ph.D.) degree in Physics from Moscow State University in 1969, followed by a Doctor of Sciences degree from the U.S.S.R. Highest Attestation Committee in 1979. He served as a Staff Scientist at Moscow State University from 1969 to 1991. In 1991, Dr. Likharev became a Professor at Stony Brook University, where he held the title of Distinguished Professor from 2002 to 2017, John Toll Professor from 2017 to 2020, and has been a Distinguished Professor Emeritus since September 2020.

Throughout his illustrious research career, Dr. Likharev has made significant contributions in the fields of nonlinear classical and dissipative quantum dynamics, solid-state physics, and electronics, including superconductor electronics and nanoelectronics. As a prolific author, he has published over 350 papers and holds several patents. His esteemed contributions to the field have earned him recognition as a Fellow of both the American Physical Society (APS) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).