Description: Perturbative Quantum Electrodynamics and Axiomatic Field Theory by Othmar Steinmann This work demonstrates that fundamental concepts and methods from phenomenological particle physics can be derived rigorously from well-defined general assumptions in a mathematically clean way. Readers should include researchers and anyone with a basic knowledge of quantum field theory. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book demonstrates that fundamental concepts and methods from phenomenological particle physics can be derived rigorously from well-defined general assumptions in a mathematically clean way. Starting with the Wightman formulation of relativistic quantum field theory, the perturbative formulation of quantum electrodynamics is derived avoiding the usual formalism based on the canonical commutation relations. A scattering formalism based on the local-observables approach is developed, directly yielding expressions for the observable inclusive cross-sections without having to introduce the S-matrix. Neither ultraviolet nor infrared regularizations are required in this approach. Although primarily intended for researchers working in this field, anyone with a basic working knowledge of relativistic quantum field theory can benefit from this book. Notes This is a novel approach to derive rigorously basic concepts and methods in particle physics from QEDIt is presented for the first time in book form Back Cover This book demonstrates that fundamental concepts and methods from phenomenological particle physics can be derived rigorously from well-defined general assumptions in a mathematically clean way. Starting with the Wightman formulation of relativistic quantum field theory, the perturbative formulation of quantum electrodynamics is derived avoiding the usual formalism based on the canonical commutation relations. A scattering formalism based on the local-observables approach is developed, directly yielding expressions for the observable inclusive cross-sections without having to introduce the S-matrix. Neither ultraviolet nor infrared regularizations are required in this approach. Although primarily intended for researchers working in this field, anyone with a basic working knowledge of relativistic quantum field theory can benefit from this book. Table of Contents 1 Introduction.- 2 Relativistic Covariance.- 3 Electrodynamics as a Classical Field Theory.- 4 The Basic Principles of Relativistic Quantum Field Theory.- 5 Free Fields.- 6 An Outline of Interacting QED.- 7 The Electric Charges.- 8 The Program of Perturbation Theory.- 9 Unrenormalized Solution.- 10 Renormalization and the UV Problem.- 11 The IR Problem for Wightman Functions.- 12 Physical States.- 13 The Standard View.- 14 Particle Probes.- 15 Interacting Particles.- 16 Reactions.- 17 Cross Sections.- References. Review "In the authors words: This is a frankly idiosyncratic book. Although to some extent it is a general introduction to the basic problems of quantum electrodynamics (QED), this is given from a particular point of view. [...] The main point of view the author takes is that fundamental objects of the theory are quantized fields. Particles play no role in its basic formulation" (Mathematical Reviews 2002h) Long Description This book is concerned with relativistic quantum field theory, especially QED, its most successful example. It is set in the no-mans land between the math Review Text "In the authors words: This is a frankly idiosyncratic book. Although to some extent it is a general introduction to the basic problems of quantum electrodynamics (QED), this is given from a particular point of view. [...] The main point of view the author takes is that fundamental objects of the theory are quantized fields. Particles play no role in its basic formulation" (Mathematical Reviews 2002h) Review Quote "In the authors words: This is a frankly idiosyncratic book. Although to some extent it is a general introduction to the basic problems of quantum electrodynamics (QED), this is given from a particular point of view. [...] The main point of view the author takes is that fundamental objects of the theory are quantized fields. Particles play no role in its basic formulation" (Mathematical Reviews 2002h) Feature This is a novel approach to derive rigorously basic concepts and methods in particle physics from QED It is presented for the first time in book form Details ISBN3540670246 Author Othmar Steinmann Short Title PERTURBATIVE QUANTUM ELECTRODY Language English ISBN-10 3540670246 ISBN-13 9783540670247 Media Book Format Hardcover Imprint Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. K Place of Publication Berlin Country of Publication Germany Pages 355 DOI 10.1007/b76733 Publisher Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Edition Description 2000 ed. Series Theoretical and Mathematical Physics Year 2000 Edition 2000th Publication Date 2000-08-15 Alternative 9783642086359 DEWEY 530.1433 Illustrations IX, 355 p. 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ISBN-13: 9783540670247
Book Title: Perturbative Quantum Electrodynamics and Axiomatic Field Theory
Number of Pages: 355 Pages
Language: English
Publication Name: Perturbative Quantum Electrodynamics and Axiomatic Field Theory
Publisher: Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg Gmbh & Co. Kg
Publication Year: 2000
Subject: Computer Science, Physics
Item Height: 234 mm
Item Weight: 1540 g
Type: Textbook
Author: Othmar Steinmann
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