Fundamental constants and tests of theory in Rydberg states of hydrogen-like ions

Jentschura, U. D.; Mohr, P. J.; Tan, J. N.; Wundt, B. J.

Fundamental constants and tests of theory in Rydberg states of hydrogen-like ions

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Comparison of precision frequency measurements to quantum electrodynamics (QED) predictions for Rydberg states of hydrogen-like ions can yield information on values of fundamental constants and test theory. With the results of a calculation of a key QED contribution reported here, the uncertainty in the theory of the energy levels is reduced to a level where such a comparison can yield an improved value of the Rydberg constant.
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