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Constraints On Left-Right-Symmetric Models From Neutron Decay, As Carnoy, J Deutsch, Br Holstein
Constraints On Left-Right-Symmetric Models From Neutron Decay, As Carnoy, J Deutsch, Br Holstein
Barry R Holstein
The implications for left-right-symmetric models of recent neutron-β-decay asymmetry and lifetime measurements are analyzed. The significance of forthcoming high-precision lifetime measurements is stressed.
Gauge-Invariance And Quantization, Br Holstein
Gauge-Invariance And Quantization, Br Holstein
Barry R Holstein
Quantizing theories such as quantum electrodynamics that contain a gauge invariance are discussed via a simple pedagogical example. Canonical and path integral quantization methods are compared.
Semiclassical Treatment Of The Double Well, Br Holstein
Semiclassical Treatment Of The Double Well, Br Holstein
Barry R Holstein
The double well potential V(x)= 1/4 λ(x2-α2)2 is addressed using both semiclassical path integral and instanton techniques. The basic physics of the two-state system is shown to arise, and energy levels calculated via the two methods are compared.