How Does Quantum Scattering Theory Connect to Electromagnetic Waves?

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The discussion focuses on the connection between Quantum Scattering Theory and Electromagnetic Waves, emphasizing the need for a solid understanding of Quantum Physics. Recommended textbooks include J. J. Sakurai's "Modern Quantum Mechanics" and L. Ballentine's "Quantum Mechanics" for foundational knowledge. However, for a deeper understanding of scattering theory, L. S. Rodberg and R. M. Thaler's "Introduction to the Quantum Theory of Scattering" is highlighted as essential due to its time-dependent approach, which reveals the underlying physics more effectively than stationary methods.

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  • Quantum Physics fundamentals
  • Electromagnetic wave theory
  • Time-dependent quantum mechanics
  • Scattering theory concepts
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  • Study J. J. Sakurai's "Modern Quantum Mechanics"
  • Read L. Ballentine's "Quantum Mechanics" for interpretation insights
  • Explore L. S. Rodberg and R. M. Thaler's "Introduction to the Quantum Theory of Scattering"
  • Research time-dependent approaches in quantum mechanics
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Students and professionals in physics, particularly those with a background in engineering and a focus on Quantum Physics and Electromagnetic Waves.

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Hi all.

I am looking for an excellent textbook to be familiar with Quantum Physics and especially quantom scattering theory. Honestly my background is on the engineering part of Electromagnetic waves and I am seeking some explanations about Quantum theory.

I appreciate ur attention in advance.
 
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Good books on QT are, in my opinion,

J. J. Sakurai, Modern Quantum Mechanics

and (particularly for the interpretation of QT)

L. Ballentine, Quantum Mechanics

In scattering theory these books are not so good since they take the stationary approach from the beginning, which is somewhat misleading and doesn't reveal the real physics behind the theory, which is only brought forward by using the time-dependent theory (wave-packet approach). This is nicely described in

L. S. Rodberg, R. M. Thaler, Introduction to the Quantum Theory of Scattering
 
Thank you vanhees 71

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