Wide-range semiempirical equations of state of matter for numerical simulation on high-energy processes

An equation of state is a fundamental characteristic of a substance. It is necessary in numerous studies and practically important problems of high energy density physics. In this review, we consider the modern requirements to equations of state, theoretical and experimental methods used to study the thermodynamic properties of a substance, different aspects of constructing wide-range equations of state, and examples of application of wide-range equations of state in simulation of high-energy processes.