Algorithm to compute corrections to the Sudakov form factor

J. C. Collins

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Abstract

A general method is explained for computing high-energy processes in gauge theories when "Sudakov double logarithms" are present. An expansion for the electron form factor in quantum electrodynamics is constructed; it gives the leading-logarithmic result of Sudakov, together with corrections to it to arbitrary logarithmic accuracy. The method can be applied to other processes, such as low-transverse-momentum parton phenomena, and form factors and elastic scattering of composite particles.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1478-1489
Number of pages12
JournalPhysical Review D
Volume22
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 1980

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Nuclear and High Energy Physics
  • Physics and Astronomy (miscellaneous)

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