An Introduction to Regge Theory and High Energy Physics (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781009403283)

This book presents an extended introduction to the theory of hadrons, the elementary particles that occur in the atomic nucleus. The main emphasis is on the theory of the complex angular momentum plane 'Regge theory'. In 1959 Tullio Regge demonstrated that it is useful to regard angular momentum as a complex variable when discussing solutions of the Schringer equation for non-relativistic potential scattering. This theory helps to classify the many different particles we know of, to explain the forces between them and to predict the results of high-energy scattering experiments. Regge theory thus serves as a unifying concept drawing together many different features of high-energy physics. This monograph is intended primarily for research students just beginning in particle physics, but experienced practitioners will also find much of interest. Originally published in 1977, this title has been reissued as an Open Access publication on Cambridge Core.

Author: P. D. B. Collins
ISBN-10: 1009403281
ISBN-13: 9781009403283
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 07/27/2023
Pages: 460
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.34lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.93d