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Published on: June 8, 2018
Quantum walks, deformed relativity and Hopf algebra symmetries
Alessandro Bisio1, Giacomo Mauro D'Ariano2, Paolo Perinotti2
1QUIT group, Dipartimento di Fisica, Università degli Studi di Pavia, and INFN, Gruppo IV, via Bassi 6, 27100 Pavia, Italy dariano@unipv.it.
This study introduces Hopf algebras for particle position and momentum using a Weyl quantum walk with nonlinear Lorentz symmetry. It explores applications of the Poincaré and κ-Poincaré algebras in quantum dynamics.
Area of Science:
- Quantum physics
- Theoretical physics
- Mathematical physics
Background:
- The Weyl quantum walk, based on D'Ariano & Perinotti (2014), exhibits nonlinear Lorentz symmetry.
- Hopf algebras offer a framework for describing algebraic structures in quantum mechanics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce Hopf algebras for position and momentum within the Weyl quantum walk framework.
- To explore the application of specific Hopf algebra models, namely the Poincaré and κ-Poincaré algebras.
Main Methods:
- Derivation of the Weyl quantum walk from established principles.
- Application of Hopf algebra theory to quantum mechanical concepts of position and momentum.
- Analysis of the Poincaré and κ-Poincaré algebras in the context of the quantum walk.
Main Results:
- Demonstration that the Weyl quantum walk allows for the introduction of Hopf algebras for position and momentum.
- Successful integration of the Poincaré and κ-Poincaré algebras into the quantum walk model.
- Highlighting the nonlinear Lorentz symmetry inherent in the dynamics.
Conclusions:
- The Weyl quantum walk provides a novel pathway to incorporate Hopf algebraic structures in quantum mechanics.
- The study successfully models particle properties using specific Hopf algebras, advancing theoretical frameworks.
- This research bridges quantum walk dynamics with advanced algebraic structures, opening new avenues for theoretical exploration.
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