Develops angular momentum theory in a pedagogically consistent way, starting from the geometrical concept of rotational invariance. Uses modern notation and terminology in an algebraic approach to derivations. Each chapter includes examples of applications of angular momentum theory to subjects of current interest and to demonstrate the connections between various scientific fields which are provided through rotations. Includes Mathematica and C language programs.
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Develops angular momentum theory in a pedagogically consistent way, starting from the geometrical concept of rotational invariance. Uses modern notation and terminology in an algebraic approach to derivations. Each chapter includes examples of applications of angular momentum theory to subjects of current interest and to demonstrate the connections between various scientific fields which are provided through rotations. Includes Mathematica and C language programs.
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A refreshing book,
This review is from: Angular Momentum: An Illustrated Guide to Rotational Symmetries for Physical Systems (Hardcover)
This book provides a pleasant alternative to the more classical books by Edmonds, Brink and Satchler or Rose: it's much more fun! The large number of illustrations (127) helps the reader to grasp some fundamental aspects of angular momentum. All the basics of this subject are covered. The reading is facilitated by the fact that many proofs are left as exercices (and can be found in more classical treatments of the subject). For those who have Mathematica at their disposal, the programs that are included in the book can fruitfully by used for further exploration of the properties of angular momentum.
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The major topic of this book is the study of rotational symmetry applied to physical systems. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
reduced rotation matrix elements, dynamical angular momentum, several angular momentum eigenstates, two angular momentum eigenstates, computing coupling coefficients, smallest angular momentum, semiclassical vector model, reduced rotation matrices, angular momentum operator components, combining angular momenta, tensor matrix elements, orthogonality sum, spinor nature, finitesimal rotations, orbital eigenstates, harmonic addition theorem, eccentricity vector, irreducible spherical tensors, spherical basis, four angular momenta, angular momentum numbers, passive viewpoints, reduced matrix elements, three angular momenta, uncoupled representation Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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reduced rotation matrix elements, dynamical angular momentum, several angular momentum eigenstates, two angular momentum eigenstates, computing coupling coefficients, smallest angular momentum, semiclassical vector model, reduced rotation matrices, angular momentum operator components, combining angular momenta, tensor matrix elements, orthogonality sum, spinor nature, finitesimal rotations, orbital eigenstates, harmonic addition theorem, eccentricity vector, irreducible spherical tensors, spherical basis, four angular momenta, angular momentum numbers, passive viewpoints, reduced matrix elements, three angular momenta, uncoupled representation Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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- Angular Momentum by D. M. Brink on page 163, page 381, and Back Matter
- Sources of Quantum Mechanics by B. L. van der Waerden in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- Reviews of Modern Physics (No 3 Part II) by American Physical Society in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- Classical Mechanics (3rd Edition) by Herbert Goldstein on page 23, and Back Matter
- Group Theory and the Coulomb Problem by M.J. Englefield in Back Matter
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