Publisher's Synopsis
Electron-Positron Annihilation Physics is a detailed introduction to the main topics in e^T+e^T- annihilation, with particular emphasis on experimental work. Four main areas are covered, each in great detail, beginning with the Standard Model and final-state pair production. Lepton, quark and boson pairs are all discussed. Secondly, different fragmentation models and general features of fragmentation common to all models are explained. Chapter 3 is devoted to heavy quark and lepton physics, to which e^T +e^T- experiments have made an immense contribution. The final chapter, 'Where do we go from here?', looks beyond the Standard Model and considers improvements. Predictions of theory are compared with experimental results, highlighting shortcomings of some current theories. The contributors are known for their broad experimental experience and have included details of instrumentation whenever possible. This ensures that the book is of maximum practical use to research workers. As a comprehensive introduction to the major topics in the field, Electron-Positron Annihilation Physics is invaluable to both graduate students studying high-energy physics and scientists entering the field.
