Logical Leap Induction in Physics

Name: Logical Leap Induction in Physics
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ISBN: 9780451230058

ISBN-10: 0451230051

ISBN-13: 9780451230058

Edition: 2010

Authors: David Harriman, Leonard Peikoff

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A groundbreaking solution to the problem of induction, based on Ayn Rand's theory of concepts. Inspired by and expanding on a series of lectures presented by Leonard Peikoff, David Harriman presents a fascinating answer to the problem of induction-the epistemological question of how we can know the truth of inductive generalizations. Ayn Rand presented her revolutionary theory of concepts in her book Introduction to Objectivist Epistemology. As Dr. Peikoff subsequently explored the concept of induction, he sought out David Harriman, a physicist who had taught philosophy, for his expert knowledge of the scientific discovery process. Here, Harriman presents the result of a collaboration…

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List price: $24.00
Copyright year: 2010
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Publication date: 7/6/2010
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 288
Size: 5.51" wide x 8.19" long x 0.59" tall
Weight: 0.528
Language: English



Introduction


Preface



The Foundation


The Nature of Concepts


Generalizations as Hierarchical


Perceiving First-Level Causal Connections


Conceptualizing First-Level Causal Connections


The Structure of Inductive Reasoning



Experimental Method


Galileo's Kinematics


Newton's Optics


The Methods of Difference and Agreement


Induction as Inherent in Conceptualization



The Mathematical Universe


The Birth of Celestial Physics


Mathematics and Causality


The Power of Mathematics


Proof of Kepler's Theory



Newton's Integration


The Development of Dynamics


The Discovery of Universal Gravitation


Discovery Is Proof



The Atomic Theory


Chemical Elements and Atoms


The Kinetic Theory of Gases


The Unification of Chemistry


The Method of Proof



Causes of Error


Misapplying the Inductive Method


Abandoning the Inductive Method



The Role of Mathematics and Philosophy


Physics as Inherently Mathematical


The Science of Philosophy


An End-and a New Beginning


References


Index