What Does WAO Stand For?
WAO stands for Wannier Atomic Orbital
Wannier Atomic Orbital (WAO) refers to a mathematical representation used in condensed matter physics to describe electron states in a periodic crystalline structure. WAOs are constructed from Wannier functions, which are localized in real space and provide a convenient framework for analyzing electronic properties and interactions. They facilitate the study of various phenomena, including band structure, charge distribution, and electron localization, making them a valuable tool in theoretical and computational materials science.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym