Pioneers in Reduced-Order Modelling

• Ludwig BOLTZMANN (1944-1906): Introduction of entropy, attractor (equilibrium) model for complete chaos. (html)
• Lev Davidovich LANDAU (1908-1968): Dynamic models for order parameters during transitions (Landau model, Ginzburg-Landau equation, phase transition). (html)
• Norbert WIENER (1894-1964): Cybernetics as framework for modern control design. From linear models, stochastic processes to Maxwellian demons (information theory). (html)