Reasoning in Quantum Theory
Author | : Maria Luisa Dalla Chiara |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 326 |
Release | : 2004-03-31 |
ISBN-10 | : 1402019785 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781402019784 |
Rating | : 4/5 (85 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: "Is quantum logic really logic?" This book argues for a positive answer to this question once and for all. There are many quantum logics and their structures are delightfully varied. The most radical aspect of quantum reasoning is reflected in unsharp quantum logics, a special heterodox branch of fuzzy thinking. For the first time, the whole story of Quantum Logic is told; from its beginnings to the most recent logical investigations of various types of quantum phenomena, including quantum computation. Reasoning in Quantum Theory is designed for logicians, yet amenable to advanced graduate students and researchers of other disciplines.