Quantum Theory of Near-Field Electrodynamics

2012
ISBN: 978-3-642-17409-4
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 670 Seiten, Format (B × H): 160 mm x 241 mm, Gewicht: 1197 g

Reihe: Nano-Optics and Nanophotonics

"Quantum Theory of Near-field Electrodynamics" gives a self-contained account of the fundamental theory of field-matter interaction on a subwavelength scale. The quantum physical behavior of matter (atoms and mesoscopic media) in both classical and quantum fields is treated. The role of local-field effects and nonlocal electrodynamics, and the tight links to the theory of spatial photon localization are emphasized. The book may serve as a reference work in the field, and is of general interest for physicists working in quantum optics, mesoscopic electrodynamics and physical optics. The macroscopic and microscopic classical theories form a good starting point for the quantum approach, and these theories are presented in a manner appropriate for graduate students entering near-field optics.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Keller, Ole

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Technik Allgemein Nanotechnologie
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Elektromagnetismus Optik
• Naturwissenschaften Physik Physik Allgemein Theoretische Physik, Mathematische Physik, Computerphysik

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction.- Part A: Microscopic Classical Theory.- Part B: Macroscopic Classical Theory.- Part C: Quantum Theory with Classical Fields.- Part D: Quantum Electrodynamic Theory.