Representations Of Rotation Lorentz Groups And Applications

Author : I. M. Gelfand,R. A. Minlos,Z. Ya. Shapiro
Publisher : Courier Dover Publications
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2018-04-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780486823850

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Representations of the Rotation and Lorentz Groups and Their Applications by I. M. Gelfand,R. A. Minlos,Z. Ya. Shapiro Pdf

This monograph on the description and study of representations of the rotation group of three-dimensional space and of the Lorentz group features advanced topics and techniques crucial to many areas of modern theoretical physics. Prerequisites include a familiarity with the differential and integral calculus of several variables and the fundamentals of linear algebra. Suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in mathematical physics, the book is also designed for mathematicians studying the representations of Lie groups, for whom it can serve as an introduction to the general theory of representation. The treatment encompasses all the basic material of the theory of representations used in quantum mechanics. The two-part approach begins with representations of the group of rotations of three-dimensional space, analyzing the rotation group and its representations. The second part, covering representations of the Lorentz group, includes an exploration of relativistic-invariant equations. The text concludes with three helpful supplements and a bibliography.

Author : I. Gelfand,R. Minlos
Publisher : Pergamon
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0080100694

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Representations of Rotation Lorentz Groups and Applications by I. Gelfand,R. Minlos Pdf

Author : Izrailʹ Moiseevich Gelʹfand
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : Group theory
ISBN : OCLC:1151172793

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Representations of the Rotation and Lorentz Groups and Their Applications by Izrailʹ Moiseevich Gelʹfand Pdf

Author : K. Srinivasa Rao
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1988
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0470210443

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The Rotation and Lorentz Groups and Their Representations for Physicists by K. Srinivasa Rao Pdf

Here is a detailed, self-contained work on the rotation and Lorentz groups and their representations. Treatment of the structure of the groups is elaborate and includes many new results only recently published in journals. The chapter on linear vector spaces is exhaustive yet clear, and the book highlights the fact that all results of the orthosynchronous proper Lorentz group may be obtained from those of the rotation group via complex quaternions. The approach is unified, and special properties and exceptional cases are addressed.

Author : R. A. Minlos,Z. Ya Chapiro,Izrail Moiseevitch Gelfand
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 1963
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:460470313

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Representations of the Rotation and Lorentz Groups and Their Applications by R. A. Minlos,Z. Ya Chapiro,Izrail Moiseevitch Gelfand Pdf

Author : Moshe Carmeli
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 416 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Science
ISBN : 1860942342

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Group Theory and General Relativity by Moshe Carmeli Pdf

This is the only book on the subject of group theory and Einstein's theory of gravitation. It contains an extensive discussion on general relativity from the viewpoint of group theory and gauge fields. It also puts together in one volume many scattered, original works, on the use of group theory in general relativity theory. There are twelve chapters in the book. The first six are devoted to rotation and Lorentz groups, and their representations. They include the spinor representation as well as the infinite-dimensional representations. The other six chapters deal with the application of groups -- particularly the Lorentz and the SL(2, C) groups -- to the theory of general relativity. Each chapter is concluded with a set of problems. The topics covered range from the fundamentals of general relativity theory, its formulation as an SL(2, C) gauge theory, to exact solutions of the Einstein gravitational field equations. The important Bondi-Metzner-Sachs group, and its representations, conclude the book The entire book is self-contained in both group theory and general relativity theory, and no prior knowledge of either is assumed. The subject of this book constitutes a relevant link between field theoreticians and general relativity theoreticians, who usually work rather independently of each other. The treatise is highly topical and of real interest to theoretical physicists, general relativists and applied mathematicians. It is invaluable to graduate students and research workers in quantum field theory, general relativity and elementary particle theory.

Author : Moshe Carmeli,Shimon Malin
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1976
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : UOM:39015014363116

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Representations of the Rotation and Lorentz Groups by Moshe Carmeli,Shimon Malin Pdf

Author : Sibel Baskal,Young S Kim,Marilyn E Noz
Publisher : Morgan & Claypool Publishers
Page : 125 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2015-11-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781681740621

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Physics of the Lorentz Group by Sibel Baskal,Young S Kim,Marilyn E Noz Pdf

This book explains the Lorentz mathematical group in a language familiar to physicists. While the three-dimensional rotation group is one of the standard mathematical tools in physics, the Lorentz group of the four-dimensional Minkowski space is still very strange to most present-day physicists. It plays an essential role in understanding particles moving at close to light speed and is becoming the essential language for quantum optics, classical optics, and information science. The book is based on papers and books published by the authors on the representations of the Lorentz group based on harmonic oscillators and their applications to high-energy physics and to Wigner functions applicable to quantum optics. It also covers the two-by-two representations of the Lorentz group applicable to ray optics, including cavity, multilayer and lens optics, as well as representations of the Lorentz group applicable to Stokes parameters and the Poincaré sphere on polarization optics.

Author : Young Suh Kim,M. Noz
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400945586

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Theory and Applications of the Poincaré Group by Young Suh Kim,M. Noz Pdf

Special relativity and quantum mechanics, formulated early in the twentieth century, are the two most important scientific languages and are likely to remain so for many years to come. In the 1920's, when quantum mechanics was developed, the most pressing theoretical problem was how to make it consistent with special relativity. In the 1980's, this is still the most pressing problem. The only difference is that the situation is more urgent now than before, because of the significant quantity of experimental data which need to be explained in terms of both quantum mechanics and special relativity. In unifying the concepts and algorithms of quantum mechanics and special relativity, it is important to realize that the underlying scientific language for both disciplines is that of group theory. The role of group theory in quantum mechanics is well known. The same is true for special relativity. Therefore, the most effective approach to the problem of unifying these two important theories is to develop a group theory which can accommodate both special relativity and quantum mechanics. As is well known, Eugene P. Wigner is one of the pioneers in developing group theoretical approaches to relativistic quantum mechanics. His 1939 paper on the inhomogeneous Lorentz group laid the foundation for this important research line. It is generally agreed that this paper was somewhat ahead of its time in 1939, and that contemporary physicists must continue to make real efforts to appreciate fully the content of this classic work.

Author : Y Ohnuki
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1988-04-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789814513746

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Unitary Representations of the Poincaré Group and Relativistic Wave Equations by Y Ohnuki Pdf

This book is devoted to an extensive and systematic study on unitary representations of the Poincaré group. The Poincaré group plays an important role in understanding the relativistic picture of particles in quantum mechanics. Complete knowledge of every free particle states and their behaviour can be obtained once all the unitary irreducible representations of the Poincaré group are found. It is a surprising fact that a simple framework such as the Poincaré group, when unified with quantum theory, fixes our possible picture of particles severely and without exception. In this connection, the theory of unitary representations of the Poincaré group provides a fundamental concept of relativistic quantum mechanics and field theory. Contents:Introduction:Transformation and InvariancePoincaré Group and Free ParticlesLorentz Group:Double-Valued RepresentationsSpinor RepresentationsInfinitesimal TransformationsIrreducible Representations of the Poincaré Group:Translational TransformationsLorentz TransformationsLittle GroupsIrreducible RepresentationsUnitary Representations of Little Groups:Rotation GroupTwo-Dimensional Euclidean GroupLorentz GroupThree-Dimensional Lorentz GroupClassifications of Free ParticlesWigner Rotations:Particles with Finite MassParticles with Zero MassParticles with Imaginary MassAngular Momenta of Massless ParticlesCovariant Formalism I — Massive Particles:Particles with Spin ODirac ParticlesParticles with Higher SpinGeneralized Bargmann-Wigner Equationsγ MatricesDiscrete TransformationsOther Covariant FormalismsCovariant Formalism II — Massless Particles:Particles with Discrete SpinDiscrete TransformationsCovariant Inner ProductsParticles with Continuous SpinQuantized Fields:Quantum Theory of Matter WavesHarmonic OscillatorsScalar FieldsSpin and StatisticsPoincaré Group and Free Fields Readership: Theoretical physicists and mathematicians. Keywords:Relativistic Wave Equations;Poincare;Relativistic Pictures of Particles in Quantum Mechanics;Quantum Theory;Relativistic Quantum Field Theory;Lorentz Group;Unitary Representation;Wigner Rotations

Author : Wu-Ki Tung
Publisher : World Scientific
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789971966560

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Group Theory in Physics by Wu-Ki Tung Pdf

An introductory text book for graduates and advanced undergraduates on group representation theory. It emphasizes group theory's role as the mathematical framework for describing symmetry properties of classical and quantum mechanical systems. Familiarity with basic group concepts and techniques is invaluable in the education of a modern-day physicist. This book emphasizes general features and methods which demonstrate the power of the group-theoretical approach in exposing the systematics of physical systems with associated symmetry. Particular attention is given to pedagogy. In developing the theory, clarity in presenting the main ideas and consequences is given the same priority as comprehensiveness and strict rigor. To preserve the integrity of the mathematics, enough technical information is included in the appendices to make the book almost self-contained. A set of problems and solutions has been published in a separate booklet.

Author : Sibel Baskal,Young S Kim,Marilyn E Noz
Publisher : Morgan & Claypool Publishers
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2015-11-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781681742540

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Physics of the Lorentz Group by Sibel Baskal,Young S Kim,Marilyn E Noz Pdf

This book explains the Lorentz mathematical group in a language familiar to physicists. While the three-dimensional rotation group is one of the standard mathematical tools in physics, the Lorentz group of the four-dimensional Minkowski space is still very strange to most present-day physicists. It plays an essential role in understanding particles moving at close to light speed and is becoming the essential language for quantum optics, classical optics, and information science. The book is based on papers and books published by the authors on the representations of the Lorentz group based on harmonic oscillators and their applications to high-energy physics and to Wigner functions applicable to quantum optics. It also covers the two-by-two representations of the Lorentz group applicable to ray optics, including cavity, multilayer and lens optics, as well as representations of the Lorentz group applicable to Stokes parameters and the Poincaré sphere on polarization optics.

Author : Gregory S. Chirikjian,Alexander B. Kyatkin
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 555 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2021-02-25
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781000697339

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Engineering Applications of Noncommutative Harmonic Analysis by Gregory S. Chirikjian,Alexander B. Kyatkin Pdf

First published in 2001. The classical Fourier transform is one of the most widely used mathematical tools in engineering. However, few engineers know that extensions of harmonic analysis to functions on groups holds great potential for solving problems in robotics, image analysis, mechanics, and other areas. For those that may be aware of its potential value, there is still no place they can turn to for a clear presentation of the background they need to apply the concept to engineering problems. Engineering Applications of Noncommutative Harmonic Analysis brings this powerful tool to the engineering world. Written specifically for engineers and computer scientists, it offers a practical treatment of harmonic analysis in the context of particular Lie groups (rotation and Euclidean motion). It presents only a limited number of proofs, focusing instead on providing a review of the fundamental mathematical results unknown to most engineers and detailed discussions of specific applications. Advances in pure mathematics can lead to very tangible advances in engineering, but only if they are available and accessible to engineers. Engineering Applications of Noncommutative Harmonic Analysis provides the means for adding this valuable and effective technique to the engineer's toolbox.

Author : Jet Propulsion Laboratory (U.S.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 24 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Jet propulsion
ISBN : CORNELL:31924098476488

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Technical Report - Jet Propulsion Laboratory, California Institute of Technology by Jet Propulsion Laboratory (U.S.) Pdf

Author : G.Ya. Lyubarskii
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-22
Category : Mathematics
ISBN : 9781483225982

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The Application of Group Theory in Physics by G.Ya. Lyubarskii Pdf

The Application of Group Theory in Physics is a 17-chapter text based on a course of lectures concerning the principles, concepts, and application of group theory in physics, given at the Gorki University in Kharkov. This text presents first the parts of the theory of representations of finite and continuous groups that are most important in application. Considerable chapters cover the groups of theory of interest in theoretical physics and demonstrate the principles according to which the abstract concepts and the theorems of representation theory are applied in theoretical physics. The remaining chapters provide representations of the rotation group and the Lorentz group. The closing part of this work contains tables of the detailed description of the 230 space groups and for the characters of certain groups. This book is intended primarily for physicists specializing in theoretical physics