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This discussion centers on the search for a free PDF refresher on bra-ket algebra, specifically highlighting the notation used in quantum mechanics. A recommendation is made for Sakurai's work, although the original poster claims their presentation of the notation is superior, albeit lacking in calculation examples. The conversation also touches on the topic of eigenvectors of operators with continuous spectrum, clarifying that this concept is distinct from bra-ket notation despite some opinions to the contrary.

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Looking for an online pdf refresher of bra ket algebra. Anyone have a recomendation?
 
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This post explains the notation. If you need to see examples, I suggest Sakurai. (My presentation of the notation is much better than his, but I didn't really include any examples of calculations in bra-ket notation).

If you're looking for an explanation of "eigenvectors" of operators with continuous spectrum, I would have to recommend something else. (Some people would say that this is a part of bra-ket notation, but I wouldn't. You'd have the same issues with those "eigenvectors" no matter what notation you're using).
 

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