Phase Space Picture Of Quantum Mechanics: Group Theoretical Approach

by Young Suh Kim, Marilyn E Noz

Overview

This book covers the theory and applications of the Wigner phase space distribution function and its symmetry properties. The book explains why the phase space picture of quantum mechanics is needed, in addition to the conventional Schrödinger or Heisenberg picture. It is shown that the uncertainty relation can be represented more accurately in this picture. In addition, the phase space picture is shown to be the natural representation of quantum mechanics for modern optics and relativistic quantum mechanics of extended objects.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789810203610
Publisher:	World Scientific Publishing Company, Incorporated
Publication date:	03/01/1991
Series:	World Scientific Lecture Notes In Physics , #40
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	5.98(w) x 8.42(h) x 0.72(d)

Editorial Reviews

Discusses the physical consequences of the symmetries of the Wigner function in phase space, for scientists and students who wish to study the basic principles of the phase-space picture of quantum mechanics and physical applications of the Wigner distribution functions, and for those who simply wish to study the physical applications of the Lorentz group. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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