Abstract
Spin-boson models are useful in the understanding of quantum optics, nuclear physics, quantum dissipation, and quantum computation. We discuss quantum phase transitions (QPTs) in various spin-boson Hamiltonians, and compare and contrast them. We summarize theoretical concepts and results; open questions and implementations of these ideas in cold atomic and QED cavity systems will also be addressed. The chapter is organized as follows.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Understanding Quantum Phase Transitions |
| Publisher | CRC Press |
| Pages | 217-240 |
| Number of pages | 24 |
| ISBN (Electronic) | 9781439802618 |
| ISBN (Print) | 9781439802519 |
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| Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2010 |
| Externally published | Yes |