New test of quantum mechanics: Is Planck’s constant unique?

Ephraim Fischbach, Geoffrey L. Greene, and Richard J. Hughes
Phys. Rev. Lett. 66, 256 – Published 21 January 1991
PDFExport Citation

Abstract

We discuss the possibility that different realms of physics are described by distinct quantization constants. From the consistency of existing data, we infer limits on the differences between hypothetically distinct quantization constants for different elementary particles. Since the existence of multiple Planck constants implies violations of space-time symmetries, these limits may be viewed as precise tests of fundamental conservation laws, including the conservation of linear momentum and energy.

  • Received 20 August 1990

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.66.256

©1991 American Physical Society

Authors & Affiliations

Ephraim Fischbach

  • Department of Physics, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907

Geoffrey L. Greene

  • National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20899

Richard J. Hughes

  • Physics Division, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico 87545

References (Subscription Required)

Click to Expand
Issue

Vol. 66, Iss. 3 — 21 January 1991

Reuse & Permissions
Access Options
Author publication services for translation and copyediting assistance advertisement

Authorization Required


×
×

Images

×

Sign up to receive regular email alerts from Physical Review Letters

Log In

Cancel
×

Search


Article Lookup

Paste a citation or DOI

Enter a citation
×