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The Wiener-Hopf technique has been extensively used with a variety of applications in different research areas including diffraction problems. In available literature, one can find numerous problems that have been solved using Wiener-Hopf technique. Applications of Wiener-Hopf technique include noise reduction, crystal growth, fracture mechanics, mathematical finance, diffusion models, solid mechanics, mathematical physics, viscous problems and of course diffraction/scattering of waves. In this book, the WH technique leads to an approach for considering the diffraction of waves by half planes, step discontinuities and strips of various natures in a variety of mediums.

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Dr. Muhammad Ramzan completed his Ph.D. in 2010 from Quaid-i- Azam University, Pakistan. He is an Assistant Professor in Bahria University, Islamabad. He has revived the Wiener Hopf technique in Pakistan after a gap of a decade. He is nominated as PRODUCTIVE SCIENTIST for the year 2008 by PCST (Pakistan Council for Science and Technology).

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