Abstract
Group elements of SU(2) are expressed in closed form as finite polynomials of the Lie algebra generators, for all definite spin representations of the rotation group. The simple explicit result exhibits connections between group theory, combinatorics, and Fourier analysis, especially in the large spin limit. Salient intuitive features of the formula are illustrated and discussed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Article number | 084 |
Journal | Symmetry, Integrability and Geometry: Methods and Applications (SIGMA) |
Volume | 10 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Aug 12 2014 |
Keywords
- Matrix exponentials
- Spin matrices
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Analysis
- Mathematical Physics
- Geometry and Topology