The Wave Function of a Relativistic System

F. J. Dyson
Phys. Rev. 91, 1543 – Published 15 September 1953
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Abstract

Three methods of handling problems in relativistic quantum mechanics are discussed. One is the Tamm-Dancoff method, one is the Bethe-Salpeter method, and the third is a new method intermediate between the other two. The connections between the three methods are investigated. It is shown that the new method provides a kind of bridge between the 3- and 4-dimensional points of view. The new method is illustrated with applications to simple examples.

  • Received 11 June 1953

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRev.91.1543

©1953 American Physical Society

Authors & Affiliations

F. J. Dyson*

  • Laboratory of Nuclear Studies, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York

  • *Now at the Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton, New Jersey.

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Vol. 91, Iss. 6 — September 1953

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