Semiclassically Based Monte Carlo Evaluation of Path Integrals

Stephen M. Wandzura
Phys. Rev. Lett. 57, 2603 – Published 24 November 1986
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Abstract

The semiclassical approximation serves as an ideal basis for Monte Carlo evaluation of Euclidean path integrals. When the semiclassical approximation is good, the averaging converges rapidly. Comparison with conventional techniques shows a great advantage in computational efficiency. A simple one-dimensional example is presented, along with a discussion of how the technique is extended to several degrees of freedom.

  • Received 25 July 1986

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.57.2603

©1986 American Physical Society

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Stephen M. Wandzura

  • Hughes Research Laboratories, Malibu, California 90265

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Vol. 57, Iss. 21 — 24 November 1986

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