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Oxford Studies in Philosophy of Science Ser.: Calculated Surprises : A Philosophy of Computer Simulation by Johannes Lenhard (2019, Hardcover)
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PublisherOxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-100190873280
ISBN-139780190873288
eBay Product ID (ePID)13038286575
Product Key Features
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameCalculated Surprises : a Philosophy of Computer Simulation
Publication Year2019
SubjectComputer Simulation, General
TypeTextbook
AuthorJohannes Lenhard
Subject AreaComputers, Philosophy
SeriesOxford Studies in Philosophy of Science Ser.
FormatHardcover
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Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight14.3 Oz
Item Length8.4 in
Item Width5.7 in
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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
LCCN2018-033531
Reviews"...this book is recommended as a clearly organized portrait, including many examples of computer simulation, and valuable for its vision of the future transformation of science into technoscience. ...Recommended" -- CHOICE, "...this book is recommended as a clearly organized portrait, including many examples of computer simulation, and valuable for its vision of the future transformation of science into technoscience. ...Recommended" -- CHOICE "Lenhard has done a wonderful job connecting contemporary debates with the historical backdrop of computer simulations. On occasion, he surprises me with intriguing new examples and cases taken from the history of science and technology that have until now eluded my attention." -- Juan M. Durán, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands, Metascience, ...this book is recommended as a clearly organized portrait, including many examples of computer simulation, and valuable for its vision of the future transformation of science into technoscience. ...Recommended, "...this book is recommended as a clearly organized portrait, including many examples of computer simulation, and valuable for its vision of the future transformation of science into technoscience. ...Recommended" -- CHOICE "Lenhard has done a wonderful job connecting contemporary debates with the historical backdrop of computer simulations. On occasion, he surprises me with intriguing new examples and cases taken from the history of science and technology that have until now eluded my attention." -- Juan M. Dur'an, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands, Metascience, "...this book is recommended as a clearly organized portrait, including many examples of computer simulation, and valuable for its vision of the future transformation of science into technoscience. ...Recommended" -- CHOICE "Lenhard has done a wonderful job connecting contemporary debates with the historical backdrop of computer simulations. On occasion, he surprises me with intriguing new examples and cases taken from the history of science and technology that have until now eluded my attention." -- Juan M. Durn, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands, Metascience, "...this book is recommended as a clearly organized portrait, including many examples of computer simulation, and valuable for its vision of the future transformation of science into technoscience. ...Recommended" -- CHOICE "Lenhard has done a wonderful job connecting contemporary debates with the historical backdrop of computer simulations. On occasion, he surprises me with intriguing new examples and cases taken from the history of science and technology that have until now eluded my attention." -- Juan M. Dur´an, Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands, Metascience
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal003/.3
Table Of ContentIntroduction Section I: A New Type of Mathematical Modeling Chapter 1: Experiment and Artificiality Chapter 2: Visualization and Interaction Chapter 3: Plasticity Chapter 4: Epistemic Opacity Chapter 5: A New Type of Mathematical Modeling Section II: Conceptual Transformations Chapter 6: Solution or Imitation? Chapter 7:Validation, Holism, and the Limits of Analysis Section III: Conclusion and Outlook Chapter 8: Novelty and Reality Bibliography
SynopsisIf all philosophy starts with wondering, then Calculated Surprises starts with wondering about how computers are changing the face and inner workings of science. In this book, Lenhard concentrates on the ways in which computers and simulation are transforming the established conception of mathematical modeling. His core thesis is that simulation modeling constitutes a new mode of mathematical modeling that rearranges and inverts key features of the established conception. Although most of these new key features - such as experimentation, exploration, or epistemic opacity - have their precursors, the new ways in which they are being combined is generating a distinctive style of scientific reasoning. Lenhard also documents how simulation is affecting fundamental concepts of solution, understanding, and validation. He feeds these transformations back into philosophy of science, thereby opening up new perspectives on longstanding oppositions.By combining historical investigations with practical aspects, Calculated Surprises is accessible for a broad audience of readers. Numerous case studies covering a wide range of simulation techniques are balanced with broad reflections on science and technology.Initially, what computers are good at is calculating with a speed and accuracy far beyond human capabilities. Lenhard goes further and investigates the emerging characteristics of computer-based modeling, showing how this simple observation is creating a number of surprising challenges for the methodology and epistemology of science. These calculated surprises will attract both philosophers and scientific practitioners who are interested in reflecting on recent developments in science and technology., Simulation modeling, the core thesis of Calculated Surprises, is transforming the established conception of mathematical modeling in fundamental ways. These transformations feed back into philosophy of science, opening up new perspectives on longstanding oppositions. The book integrates historical features with both practical case studies and broad reflections on science and technology., If all philosophy starts with wondering, then Calculated Surprises starts with wondering about how computers are changing the face and inner workings of science. In this book, Lenhard concentrates on the ways in which computers and simulation are transforming the established conception of mathematical modeling. His core thesis is that simulation modeling constitutes a new mode of mathematical modeling that rearranges and inverts key features of the established conception. Although most of these new key features--such as experimentation, exploration, or epistemic opacity--have their precursors, the new ways in which they are being combined is generating a distinctive style of scientific reasoning. Lenhard also documents how simulation is affecting fundamental concepts of solution, understanding, and validation. He feeds these transformations back into philosophy of science, thereby opening up new perspectives on longstanding oppositions. By combining historical investigations with practical aspects, Calculated Surprises is accessible for a broad audience of readers. Numerous case studies covering a wide range of simulation techniques are balanced with broad reflections on science and technology. Initially, what computers are good at is calculating with a speed and accuracy far beyond human capabilities. Lenhard goes further and investigates the emerging characteristics of computer-based modeling, showing how this simple observation is creating a number of surprising challenges for the methodology and epistemology of science. These calculated surprises will attract both philosophers and scientific practitioners who are interested in reflecting on recent developments in science and technology., If all philosophy starts with wondering, then Calculated Surprises starts with wondering about how computers are changing the face and inner workings of science. In this book, Lenhard concentrates on the ways in which computers and simulation are transforming the established conception of mathematical modeling. His core thesis is that simulation modeling constitutes a new mode of mathematical modeling that rearranges and inverts key features of the established conception. Although most of these new key features--such as experimentation, exploration, or epistemic opacity--have their precursors, the new ways in which they are being combined is generating a distinctive style of scientific reasoning. Lenhard also documents how simulation is affecting fundamental concepts of solution, understanding, and validation. He feeds these transformations back into philosophy of science, thereby opening up new perspectives on longstanding oppositions.By combining historical investigations with practical aspects, Calculated Surprises is accessible for a broad audience of readers. Numerous case studies covering a wide range of simulation techniques are balanced with broad reflections on science and technology.Initially, what computers are good at is calculating with a speed and accuracy far beyond human capabilities. Lenhard goes further and investigates the emerging characteristics of computer-based modeling, showing how this simple observation is creating a number of surprising challenges for the methodology and epistemology of science. These calculated surprises will attract both philosophers and scientific practitioners who are interested in reflecting on recent developments in science and technology.
LC Classification NumberQA76.9.C65L4613 2019
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