Quantum collision theory for photon scattering from atoms and molecules

Abstract

Propagation of light in media (e.g. atmosphere) is an important physical problem with applications to spectroscopy, imaging and communications. Modeling of light interaction with media requires understanding of light scattering on, and excitations off, constituent atoms and molecules. The most consistent and accurate approach is based on application of quantum electrodynamics (QED). The development of the Kramers-Heisenberg-Waller (KHW) matrix elements provided a clear description of photon scattering processes up to second order in perturbation theory.

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Oct 20, 2022
Source ID
FA23861914044

Entities

People

  • Igor Bray

Organizations

  • Air Force Office of Scientific Research
  • Curtin University
  • United States Air Force

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Molecular Photonics/Laser Physics
  • Quantum Dot Semiconductor Device Photonics and Graphene Optoelectronic Materials and THz Physics.
  • Wave Propagation and Nonlinear Chaotic Dynamics.

Technology Areas

  • Quantum Computing