Quantum measurement theory and practice

This book adopts a novel, physics-first approach to quantum measurement, using physical experiments as the basis to describe the underlying mathematical formalism. Topics covered include weak measurements, quantum measurement reversal, quantum trajectories and the stochastic path integral formalism....

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Jordan, Andrew N., Siddiqi, Irfan A. (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge ; New York, NY Cambridge University Press 2024
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Collection: Cambridge Books Online - Collection details see MPG.ReNa
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction to quantum physics and measurement
  • Projective measurement
  • Generalized measurement
  • Weak measurement
  • Continuous measurement : diffusive case
  • Continuous measurement : quantum jump case
  • Linear detectors
  • Quantum amplification
  • Measurement-related phenomena and applications
  • Feedback and control
  • Epilogue: What does it all mean?