According to quantum mechanics, matter can be described by a wavefunction that can be modified, just like a wave, through processes such as interference. Under certain conditions, specific forms of interference can result in the formation of a vortex. Vortices are defined by some form of coiling motion around a stagnation point. In the case of matter waves, this coiling motion is attributed to the probability density associated with the wavefunction -- that is, its probability density current Within a quantum context, this motion often translates to a wave with twisted wavefronts that describes a quantized form of azimuthal motion known as orbital angular momentum (OAM).
Twisting neutrons may reveal their internal structure
Grillo Vincenzo;
2018
Abstract
According to quantum mechanics, matter can be described by a wavefunction that can be modified, just like a wave, through processes such as interference. Under certain conditions, specific forms of interference can result in the formation of a vortex. Vortices are defined by some form of coiling motion around a stagnation point. In the case of matter waves, this coiling motion is attributed to the probability density associated with the wavefunction -- that is, its probability density current Within a quantum context, this motion often translates to a wave with twisted wavefronts that describes a quantized form of azimuthal motion known as orbital angular momentum (OAM).I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
