The discussion revolves around the mathematical structure of quantum mechanics (QM) and its relationship to the Stern-Gerlach experiment. Participants explore various resources and books that address the mathematical foundations of QM, particularly from an experimental perspective.
Participants express varying preferences for theoretical versus experimental approaches to QM, indicating that there is no consensus on the best way to understand the mathematical structure of QM in relation to the Stern-Gerlach experiment.
Some participants express uncertainty about the availability of specific books and the relevance of different approaches to QM, highlighting the subjective nature of their preferences.
Readers interested in the mathematical foundations of quantum mechanics, particularly those seeking resources that emphasize experimental approaches, may find this discussion valuable.
bhobba said:I sense you may be looking for a more experimental approach to QM. We had a discussion about that a while ago and the following book was mentioned:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/110706399X/?tag=pfamazon01-20
It looks a very good book and may interest you.
I have to say though its not my preferred approach because I believe QM at rock bottom is simply an extension to probability theory:
http://www.scottaaronson.com/democritus/lec9.html
But that's just me. Science is based on experiment - not how I prefer to look at things.
Thanks
Bill
Will check it as well thanks :)atyy said:I think the Feynman lectures has a similar treatment: http://www.feynmanlectures.caltech.edu/III_05.html.
Ahmad Kishki said:Thank you. Your sense was right :) please recommend other books of this type so that i can have a couple of titles to check with the library :)