Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics (Physics Through the 1990s) - Softcover

National Research Council; Division On Engineering And Physical Sciences; Commission On Physical Sciences, Mathematics, And Applications; Board On Physics And Astronomy; Physics Survey Committee; Panel On Atomic, Molecular, And Optical Physics

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0309035759 ISBN 13: 9780309035750

Publisher: National Academies Press, 1986

Synopsis

The goals of atomic, molecular, and optical physics (AMO physics) are to elucidate the fundamental laws of physics, to understand the structure of matter and how matter evolves at the atomic and molecular levels, to understand light in all its manifestations, and to create new techniques and devices. AMO physics provides theoretical and experimental methods and essential data to neighboring areas of science such as chemistry, astrophysics, condensed-matter physics, plasma physics, surface science, biology, and medicine. It contributes to the national security system and to the nation's programs in fusion, directed energy, and materials research. Lasers and advanced technologies such as optical processing and laser isotope separation have been made possible by discoveries in AMO physics, and the research underlies new industries such as fiber-optics communications and laser-assisted manufacturing. These developments are expected to help the nation to maintain its industrial competitiveness and its military strength in the years to come.This report describes the field, characterizes recent advances, and identifies current frontiers of research.

Table of Contents

• Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
• Summary
• 1 A Program of Research Initiatives
• 2 Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics in the United States Today
• 3 Recommendations
• 4 Atomic Physics
• 5 Molecular Physics
• 6 Optical Physics
• 7 Scientific Interfaces
• 8 Applications of Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics
• Further Reading
• Index

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Panel on Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics, Physics Survey Committee, Board on Physics and Astronomy, National Research Council

About this edition

• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Publication date: 1986
• ISBN 10: 0309035759
• ISBN 13: 9780309035750
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 200