On the effect of resolution on nearest-neighbour level spacings in atomic spectra

We discuss the effects of experimental resolution on the analysis of nearest neighbour energy level spacings for the signatures of underlying classically chaotic electron dynamics. Through a numerical treatment we arrive at a new dimensionless resolution criterion which must be met in order that sta...

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Veröffentlicht in:	The European physical journal. D, Atomic, molecular, and optical physics Atomic, molecular, and optical physics, 2007-07, Vol.44 (1), p.47-50
Hauptverfasser:	HOGAN, S. D, CONNERADE, J.-P
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Atomic and molecular physics Atomic properties and interactions with photons Atomic spectra Dimensionless numbers Energy levels Exact sciences and technology Physics Zeeman and stark effects
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Zusammenfassung:	We discuss the effects of experimental resolution on the analysis of nearest neighbour energy level spacings for the signatures of underlying classically chaotic electron dynamics. Through a numerical treatment we arrive at a new dimensionless resolution criterion which must be met in order that statistical studies of this kind be considered meaningful.
ISSN:	1434-6060 1434-6079
DOI:	10.1140/epjd/e2007-00165-x