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Physics Letters A

Volume 196, Issues 1–2, 19 December 1994, Pages 229-236
Physics Letters A

Ballistic transport: A view from the quantum theory of motion

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Abstract

Ballistic transport of electrons through a quantum wire with a construction is studied in terms of Bohm's interpretation of quantum mechanics, in which the concept of a particle orbit is permitted. The classical bouncing ball trajectories, which justify the name “ballistic transport”, are established in the large wave number limit. The formation and the vital role of quantum vortices is investigated.

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