The quantum mechanics solver: how to apply quantum theory to modern physics

Jean-Louis Basdevant, Jean Dalibard9783540277217, 3540277218

The Quantum Mechanics Solver uniquely illustrates the application of quantum mechanical concepts to various fields of modern physics. It aims at encouraging the reader to apply quantum mechanics to research problems in fields such as molecular physics, condensed matter physics or laser physics. Advanced undergraduates and graduate students will find a rich and challenging source of material for further exploration. This book consists of a series of problems concerning present-day experimental or theoretical questions on quantum mechanics. All of these problems are based on actual physical examples, even if sometimes the mathematical structure of the models under consideration is simplified intentionally in order to get hold of the physics more rapidly. The new edition features new themes, such as the progress in measuring neutrino oscillations, quantum boxes, the quantum thermometer etc. Secondly, it includes a brief summary on the basics of quantum mechanics and the formalism we use. Finally, the problems under three main themes: Elementary Particles, Nuclei and Atoms; Quantum Entanglement and Measurement; and Complex Systems.

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Table of contents :
front-matter……Page 1
1……Page 14
2……Page 29
3……Page 37
4……Page 46
5……Page 53
6……Page 62
7……Page 66
8……Page 70
9……Page 78
10……Page 83
11……Page 93
12……Page 105
13……Page 114
14……Page 129
15……Page 136
16……Page 149
17……Page 164
18……Page 174
19……Page 185
20……Page 200
21……Page 205
22……Page 213
23……Page 223
24……Page 234
25……Page 244
26……Page 253
27……Page 264
28……Page 274
back-matter……Page 282