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Exact non-stationary solution for the density matrix of single two-level atom

Nicolae Enachi, Enaki, N.A., Galeamova, E.M.

Published Feb 1, 2009• 0 citations
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Abstract

The master equation for short- and long-time interaction intervals of single two-level atom with electromagnetic field vacuum for studying non-exponential emission is proposed. The exact non-stationary solution for the density matrix is obtained.

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