Quantum Optics in Phase Space

- Recipient of the Max Planck Research Award 2002

- Träger des Max-Planck-Forschungspreises 2002

What is Quantum Optics?
Ante
The Wigner Function
Quantum States in Phase Space
Waves á la WKB
WKB Wave Functions and Berry's Phase
Interference in Phase Space
Applications of Interference in Phase Space
Wave Packet Dynamics
Quantization of the Radiation Field
Quantum States of the Radiation Field
Phase Space Functions
Optical Interferometry
Atom-Field Interaction
Dynamics of Jaynes-Cummings-Paul Model
State Preparation and Entanglement
The Paul Trap
Damping and Amplification
Atom Optics in Quantized Light Fields
Wigner Functions in Atom Optics
Appendix
Time Dependent Operators - Derivation of Equations Determining the Moyal Function - Energy Wave Functions of Harmonic Oscillator - Method of Stationary Phase - Radial Equation - Airy Function - Asymptotic Expansion of the Poisson Distribution - Area of Overlap - P-Distributions - Homodyne Detection Kernel - Effective Hamiltonian - Spontaneous Emission - A Model for the Square Root of a Delta Function - Bessel Functions

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"Professor Schleich hat ein exzellentes Buch geschrieben. Seine Behandlung der Quantenoptik bildet eine ideale Ergänzung der auf diesem Gebiet bereits erschienenen Arbeiten. Das Werk wird einen breiten Leserkreis finden, vom Studenten, der sich in das Thema einarbeiten möchte, bis zum etablierten Forscher. In meinem Labor steht das Buch immer griffbereit. Ich kann es wärmstens empfehlen!" - Prof. Dr. H. Jeff Kimble, Caltech, USA

"Tatsächlich eine außergewöhnliche Arbeit! Alle einschlägig Interessierten werden dieses Werk begrüßen." - Prof. Dr. Lugiato Luigi, Universitá dell'Insubria, Como (Italien)

"Eine wirklich großartige Monographie, die auf Jahre hinaus gelesen und benutzt werden wird." Prof. Dr. P. L. Knight, Mitglied der Royal Society, Imperial College, London.

"Quantum Optics in Phase Space" has been successful in preparing students and researchers for their quest of unravelling the mysteries of nature. Niels Bohr used to say that if you are not confused by quantum mechanics, then you really do not understand it. I guess same applies for quantum optics. This book first introduces you to the stunning results and then explains them in a crystal clear way. All encompassing derivations with the challenging set of problems brings out the best from within the reader. Each chapter and element has
been scrutinized ensuring clarity and accuracy.

The first experiments that led to the development of quantum optics as a subject have been described in fullest detail. The book tries to explain the entanglement of matter and waves by likening mechanical oscillators to standing waves. Classical experiments in optics have been re-explained with the help of quantum optics. Atom-field interaction has also been discussed in detail.

The explanation is based on semi-classical ideas which I believe is the best way because ultra-modern explanation can become very difficult to understand for those who are reading the subject for the first time.

I believe that "Quantum Optics in Phase Space" will prepare students for future endeavours by contributing to the enhancement of quantum." A reader from Atlanta, GA, USA for Amazon.com

"A new contribution to physics travel literature, and it deserves praise as a guidebook? Suitable for almost any physicist... Is there anything for the student that should be here that is not? I doubt it. My strong recommendation is to sign on and enjoy the tour." Physics Today, August 2002

"...for a researcher in quantum optics it would be invaluable: a comprehensive textbook for the beginner, and an excellent reference volume for the more experienced."

T.Harker, University College London, for LTSN Physical Sciences

"The book is generally very carefully written, with a very good selection of challendging problems at the end of each chapter. Mathematical details are elaborated in about a hundred pages appendices. ... for a researcher in quantum optics it would be invaluable."
Optik 115, No 9 (2004)

"Professor Schleich hat ein exzellentes Buch geschrieben. Seine Behandlung der Quantenoptik bildet eine ideale Ergänzung der auf diesem Gebiet bereits erschienenen Arbeiten. Das Werk wird einen breiten Leserkreis finden, vom Studenten, der sich in das Thema einarbeiten möchte, bis zum etablierten Forscher. In meinem Labor steht das Buch immer griffbereit. Ich kann es wärmstens empfehlen!" - Prof. Dr. H. Jeff Kimble, Caltech, USA

"Tatsächlich eine außergewöhnliche Arbeit! Alle einschlägig Interessierten werden dieses Werk begrüßen." - Prof. Dr. Lugiato Luigi, Universitá dell'Insubria, Como (Italien)

"? eine wirklich großartige Monographie, die auf Jahre hinaus gelesen und benutzt werden wird." - Prof. Dr. P. L. Knight, Mitglied der Royal Society, Imperial College, London.

"Professor Schleich has written an excellent book covering Quantum Optics in a fashion that nicely compliments other works in this area. A wide community will benefit from this fine book, ranging from students entering the field to established researchers. I have already put it to good use in my laboratory and heartily recommend it."
Prof. Dr. H. Jeff Kimble, Caltech, USA

"[The author] did really an exceptional job. This book will be certainly very useful to the community."
Prof. Dr. Lugiato Luigi, Universitá dell'Insubria, Como, Italy

"... a really well-done moograph which will be read and used for years."
Prof. Dr. P.L. Knight, Fellow of Royal Society
Imperial College, London, UK
"A new contribution to physics travel literature, and it deserves praise as a guidebook? Suitable for almost any physicist? Is there anything for the student that should be here that is not? I doubt it. My strong recommendation is to sign on and enjoy the tour." Physics Today, August 2002