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Fundamental constants and tests of theory in Rydberg states of hydrogen-like ions

Authors :
Jentschura, U. D.
Mohr, P. J.
Tan, J. N.
Wundt, B. J.
Source :
Phys.Rev.Lett. 100 (2008) 160404
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

Comparison of precision frequency measurements to quantum electrodynamics (QED) predictions for Rydberg states of hydrogen-like ions can yield information on values of fundamental constants and test theory. With the results of a calculation of a key QED contribution reported here, the uncertainty in the theory of the energy levels is reduced to a level where such a comparison can yield an improved value of the Rydberg constant.<br />Comment: 4 pages, RevTeX

Subjects

Subjects :
Physics - Atomic Physics

Details

Database :
arXiv
Journal :
Phys.Rev.Lett. 100 (2008) 160404
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
edsarx.0901.4950
Document Type :
Working Paper
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.100.160404