What Does SOP Stand For?
SOP stands for Split Operator Propagator
SOP, or Split Operator Propagator, is a computational technique used in quantum mechanics and wave propagation problems. It effectively decomposes complex time-evolution operators into manageable components, allowing for the numerical simulation of dynamic systems. By treating the kinetic and potential energy terms separately, SOP enhances computational efficiency and accuracy in simulating the behavior of quantum systems over time. This method is widely applied in fields such as quantum chemistry, condensed matter physics, and materials science.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym