Published July 1987 | Version v1
Journal article

Search for a quantum KAM theorem

  • 1. Univ. of Texas, Austin

Description

The complex mechanisms by which nonlinear classical conservative systems undergo a transition from quasiperiodic to chaotic behavior are now fairly well understood. This transition is associated with a breakdown of quasi-constants of motion (KAM surfaces). There is growing evidence that similar mechanisms may govern the behavior of quantum systems. While K-type mixing behavior has not yet been found, there does appear to be a transition associated with the destruction of a quantum quasi-constant of motion (quantum KAM states) which changes qualitatively the spectrum of quantum systems

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
Found. Phys.
Journal Volume
17
Journal Issue
7
Series
Found. Phys.
Journal Page Range
689-697
ISSN
0015-9018
CODEN
FNDPA