Classical-limit formula for matrix elements between bound states of distinct one-dimensional potentials

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2608.16835v1
• Date: Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:21:58 GMT
• Title: Classical-limit formula for matrix elements between bound states of distinct one-dimensional potentials
• Abstract summary: A classical-limit formula is derived for matrix elements between bound states of distinct one-dimensional potentials.<n>In future work, we anticipate using the formula to model inhomogeneous excitation spectra of atoms in one-dimensional optical lattices.
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• Abstract: A classical-limit formula is derived for matrix elements between bound states of distinct one-dimensional potentials. We leave open the physical interpretation of the potentials, but generally envision them to be Born-Oppenheimer-type potentials with the position variable $x$ identifying with a slowly evolving degree of freedom of the system. For instance, $x$ could represent the internuclear separation in a diatomic molecule, with the potentials being potential energy curves for different electronic states. In this scenario, the matrix elements could be, e.g., conventional Franck-Condon factors. To test the derived formula, we assume functional forms for the potentials and operator that afford analytical solutions for the matrix elements. As the classical limit is approached, the computed matrix elements exhibit a clear tendency towards the classical-limit formula, providing strong validation for the formula. In future work, we anticipate using the formula to model inhomogeneous excitation spectra of atoms in one-dimensional optical lattices, with an eye towards improved optical lattice clock performance.

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