Open quantum systems : an introduction / Angel Rivas, Susana F. Huelga.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Rivas, Angel.

Contributor:

Huelga, Susana F.

Series:

SpringerBriefs in physics.

SpringerBriefs in physics, 2191-5423

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Open systems (Physics).

Quantum theory.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (103 p.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2012.

Place of Publication:

Heidelberg ; New York : Springer, 2012.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

In this volume the fundamental theory of open quantum systems is revised in the light of modern developments in the field. A unified approach to the quantum evolution of open systems is presented by merging concepts and methods traditionally employed by different communities, such as quantum optics, condensed matter, chemical physics and mathematical physics. The mathematical structure and the general properties of the dynamical maps underlying open system dynamics are explained in detail. The microscopic derivation of dynamical equations, including both Markovian and non-Markovian evolutions, is also discussed. Because of the step-by-step explanations, this work is a useful reference to novices in this field. However, experienced researches can also benefit from the presentation of recent results.

Contents:

Introduction

Mathematical tools

Time evolution in closed quantum systems

Time evolution in open quantum systems

Quantum Markov process: mathematical structure

Microscopic description: Markovian case

Microscopic description: non-Markovian case

Conclusion.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-283-45179-4

9786613451798

3-642-23354-6

OCLC:

771217645