Macroscopic Quantum Tunneling |
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| Author:
| Takagi, Shinji |
| ISBN: | 978-0-521-80002-0 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2002 |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $186.95 |
Book Description:
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Macroscopic quantum phenomena are particularly important when considering the problem of Schrödinger's cat. This book contains a coherent and self-contained account of such phenomena, focusing on the central role played by macroscopic quantum tunneling. Shin Takagi begins with an explanation of the nature and significance of the cat problem. He discusses typical examples of macroscopic quantum tunneling. This book assumes only a knowledge of elementary quantum mechanics, and emphasises...
More DescriptionMacroscopic quantum phenomena are particularly important when considering the problem of Schrödinger's cat. This book contains a coherent and self-contained account of such phenomena, focusing on the central role played by macroscopic quantum tunneling. Shin Takagi begins with an explanation of the nature and significance of the cat problem. He discusses typical examples of macroscopic quantum tunneling. This book assumes only a knowledge of elementary quantum mechanics, and emphasises conceptual aspects rather than technical details. It provides a firm introduction to the subject for graduate students and researchers.