Second Quantization of the Free Electromagnetic Field as Quantum Mechanics in the Loop Space
Apr, 198017 pages
Published in:
- Phys.Rev.D 22 (1980) 1380
Report number:
- SB-FM-F-62
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Abstract: (APS)
The quantum field theory of electromagnetism in a vacuum is formulated as quantum mechanics in the loop space. A precise statement of the incompatibility field loop is given in terms of generalized momentum-position uncertainty relations. The loop-dependent wave functions of the basic states are obtained, and a physically satisfactory geometrical interpretation is given.- ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELD: QUANTIZATION
- QUANTUM MECHANICS
- FIELD THEORY: VACUUM STATE
- GAUGE FIELD THEORY
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