A Loop Representation for the Quantum Maxwell Field

Details A Loop Representation for the Quantum Maxwell Field A Loop Representation for the Quantum Maxwell Field

1992-02-19

arxiv.org/abs/hep-th/9202063v1

Class.Quant.Grav.9:1121-1150,1992

Physics

High Energy Physics

High Energy Physics - Theory

40 pages

Scientific paper

10.1088/0264-9381/9/5/002

Quantization of the free Maxwell field in Minkowski space is carried out using a loop representation and shown to be equivalent to the standard Fock quantization. Because it is based on coherent state methods, this framework may be useful in quantum optics. It is also well-suited for the discussion of issues related to flux quantization in condensed matter physics. Our own motivation, however, came from a non-perturbative approach to quantum gravity. The concrete results obtained in this paper for the Maxwell field provide independent support for that approach. In addition, they offer some insight into the physical interpretation of the mathematical structures that play, within this approach, an essential role in the description of the quantum geometry at Planck scale.

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