The Quantum Theory of Motion
The Quantum Theory of Motion
$141.00
USDThis book presents the first, comprehensive exposition of the interpretation of quantum mechanics pioneered by Louis de Broglie and David Bohm. The purpose is to explain how quantum processes may be visualized without ambiguity or confusion, in terms of a simple physical model. Developing the theme that a material system, such as an electron, is a particle guided by a surrounding quantum wave, an examination of the classic phenomena of quantum theory is presented to show how the spacetime orbits of an ensemble of particles can reproduce the statistical quantum predictions. The mathematical and conceptual aspects of this theory are developed carefully from first principles. The book thus provides a comprehensive overview of an approach which brings clarity to a subject notorious for its conceptual difficulties. It will, therefore, appeal to all physicists with an interest in the foundations of their subject.
- Comprehensive overview
Reviews & endorsements
"...a tour de force...clear and thoughtful presentation of a theory deserving much wider attention." Constantine Pagonis, Nature
"...the wealth of details and literature citations make this a valuable reference work with which anyone with a serious interest in foundations of quantum mechanics should become familiar....refreshingly open-minded." Sheldon Goldstein, Science
"...provides an excellent presentation of the de Broglie-Bohm interpretation (to date, the only one available). This area is important because experiments are now becoming possible that may resolve some the fundamental disputes." C.A. Hein, Choice
"...the first comprehensive mongraph devoted to the deBroglie-Bohm Interpretation of Quantum Mmechanics...a good reference for those who believe in hidden variable theories...aslo useful for those who oppose them...well-written and nicely printed...presented at a level accessible to the B.Sc. graduate. Definitely it should be in every university library..." Hua Wu, la Physique au Canada
"...an easy to read, beautifully written account of the theory to date...a graceful, insightful reference book or even textbook of the Bohm theory...I not only recommend that you put this book on your bookshelf, but also that you get in the habit of looking at it." Daniel Greenberger, Foundations of Physics
Product details
February 1995Paperback
9780521485432
620 pages
251 × 176 × 34 mm
1.09kg
90 b/w illus.
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Table of Contents
- 1. Quantum mechanics and its interpretation
- 2. Hamilton–Jacobi theory
- 3. Elements of the quantum theory of motion
- 4. Simple applications
- 5. Interference and tunnelling
- 6. The classical limit
- 7. Many-body systems
- 8. Theory of experiments
- 9. Spin 1/2: The Pauli theory
- 10. Spin 1/2: The rigid rotator
- 11. The Einstein–Podolsky–Rosen experiment and nonlocality
- 12. Relativistic quantum theory
- References
- Index.
