Analysis of the development of wave mechanics: aspects from the history of physics and the philosophy of science

Journal Article · Tue Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1988 · Found. Phys.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01891498· OSTI ID:6759428

Kuhn, W

This review and analysis of wave mechanics and the role played by Erwin Schroedinger in its development begins with a biographical sketch of Schroedinger and his scientific and philosophical association with physicists contemporary to him and engaged also in wave and quantum studies. The paper then goes on to establish the philosophical and historical aspects behind Schroedinger's contribution to quantum mechanics and discusses his more personal dilemma over the changes in wave and particle physics in which he was instrumental.

• Research Organization: Justus-Liebig-Universitaet Giessen (East Germany)
• OSTI ID: 6759428
• Journal Information: Found. Phys.; (United States), Vol. 18:3
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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