Recent Developments in Spectral Theory: A Functional Analysis Approach to Operators on Hilbert Spaces

Abstract

In the study of linear operators, spectral theory is essential, especially when considering Hilbert spaces, where it interacts with signal processing, PDEs, and quantum physics.  Recent developments in spectral theory as they relate to constrained and unbounded operators on Hilbert spaces are examined in this study.  Applications in mathematical physics, perturbation theory, and the extension of the spectral theorem are highlighted.  With a focus on contemporary methods like the application of C*-algebras and functional calculus, the study also addresses the function of self-adjoint, compact, and normal operators as well as their spectral characteristics.  A fundamental component of functional analysis and operator theory, spectral theory provides a thorough framework for examining the structure and behaviour of linear operators, particularly in the context of Hilbert spaces.  Numerous applications, particularly in quantum physics, partial differential equations (PDEs), and contemporary signal processing, rely on these infinite-dimensional inner-product spaces as their mathematical foundation.  Decomposing or comprehending operators via their spectrum—the collection of scalars that disclose important details about the operator's invertibility and behavior—is the main goal of spectral theory.