Quantum Kinetic Theory and Applications

Electrons, Photons, Phonons

Fedir T. Vasko, Oleg E. Raichev

784 pages, parution le 04/10/2005

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The monograph provides the theoretical basis and physical interpretation of our current understanding of the quantum kinetic processes in various systems. Although the kinetic phenomena became the subject of scientific studies starting from the Boltzman's publications in the end of 19-th century, it was not until 1960-1980 that the quantum kinetic phenomena have been promoted to the forefront of research. Among the reasons of this progress are i) development of low temperature physics, ii) advances in modern technology (in particular, the possibility to produce nanoscale structures), and iii) realization of quantum devices based on band engineering such as lasers, transistors, and photonic devices. Recent challenges in the practical implementations of the quantum kinetics involve quantum information processing and solid-state devices for THz spectral range.

The text begins with a description of electron, phonon, and photon excitations (the systems with order parameter such as superconductors and ferromagnets are not considered). In the first part (chapters 2-8) we consider quantum kinetic equations for electrons and bosons and different variants of diagram techniques. The second part is mostly devoted to various modern applications of the quantum kinetic theory. The last chapter describes the theory of fluctuations.

Intended for graduate and post-graduate students, physicists, and engineers conducting research on solid state physics and novel device applications. The treatment presumes background knowledge of quantum mechanics and solid state physics.

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Preface
Elements of Quantum Dynamics
Electron-Impurity System
Linear Response Theory
Bosons Interacting with Electrons
Interacting Phonon Systems
Effects of Electron-Electron Interaction
Non-Equilibrium Electrons
Non-Equilibrium Diagram Technique
Kinetics of Bounded Systems
Quantum Magnetotransport
Photoexcitation
Ballistic and Hopping Transport
Multi-Channel Kinetics
Fluctuations
Appendices
Index

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Éditeur(s)	Springer
Auteur(s)	Fedir T. Vasko, Oleg E. Raichev
Parution	04/10/2005
Nb. de pages	784
Format	18 x 24
Couverture	Relié
Poids	1473g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780387260280
ISBN13	978-0-387-26028-0