Relativistic transformation law of quantum fields: A slight generalization consistent with the equivalence of all Lorentz frames

Journal Article · Fri Feb 15 00:00:00 EST 1985 · Phys. Rev. D; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevD.31.796· OSTI ID:6092026

Ingraham, R L

The well-known relativistic transformation law of quantum fields satisfies the relativity principle, which asserts the complete equivalence of all Lorentz (inertial) frames as far as physical measurements go. We point out a slight generalization which is allowed by the relativity principle, but violates a further, tacit assumption usually made in connection with it but which is actually logically independent of it and subject to a feasible experimental test. The interest of the generalization is that it permits the incorporation of an ultraviolet cutoff in a simple, direct way which avoids the usual difficulties.

• Research Organization: Department of Physics, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, New Mexico 88003
• OSTI ID: 6092026
• Journal Information: Phys. Rev. D; (United States), Vol. 31:4
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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