Infinite-dimensional Clifford algebras and their Fock representations originated in the quantum mechanical study of electrons. In this book the authors give a definitive account of the various Clifford algebras over a real Hilbert space and of their Fock representations. A careful consideration of the latter's transformation properties under Bogoliubov automorphisms leads to the restricted orthogonal group. From there, a study of inner Bogoliubov automorphisms enables the authors to construct infinite-dimensional spin groups. Apart from assuming a basic background in functional analysis and operator algebras, the presentation is self-contained with complete proofs, many of which offer a fresh perspective on the subject. The book will therefore appeal to a wide audience of graduate students and researchers in mathematics and mathematical physics.
Les mer
Introduction; 1. Clifford algebras; 2. Fock representations; 3. Implementation and equivalence; 4. Spin groups; Appendix; Bibliography; Index.
A definitive self-contained account of the subject. Of appeal to a wide audience in mathematics and physics.

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9780521450225
Publisert
1994-12-01
Utgiver
Vendor
Cambridge University Press
Vekt
440 gr
Høyde
229 mm
Bredde
152 mm
Dybde
14 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Innbundet
Antall sider
180