The Quantum Vacuum: An Introduction to Quantum Electrodynamics

摘要: (Chapter Heading): Zero-Point Energy in Early Quantum Theory. The Electromagnetic Vacuum. Some QED Vacuum Effects. Nonrelativistic Theory of Atoms Interlude: Radiation Reaction. Optics. Casimirand van der Waals Forces: Prelude. Casimir and Elaborations. Dirac Equation. Introduction to Field Self-Energies Renormalization. Feynman Diagrams. Appendices: Oscillator Equation Absorption Rate. Force onan Atom a Thermal Field. Derivation (2.28). Electric Photodetection Normal Ordering. Transverse Longitudinal Delta Functions. Lorentz-Invariant Measure. Index.