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A classical hydrodynamical model is proposed which leads to inelastic scattering of helium atoms by the free surface of liquid helium. The qualitative features are in agreement with preliminary experimental results of EDWARDS’ group. The model predicts also that the scattering of rotons impinging on the surface from below will be elastic or nearly elastic.
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When mentioning the age of a friend, a Jew will traditionally add the prayer — “may he live to be 120”. Prof. H. Fröhlich has reached the statutory age of retirement from his Chair, but in his approach to physics he remains so young that his significant contributions will continue for many years to come, and—as in the past—will be a source of inspiration to the new generation of physicists. I have great pleasure in dedicating this paper to Professor Fröhlich, and wishing him .
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Kuper, C.G. (1973). Scattering of 4He Atoms by the Surface of Liquid 4He. In: Haken, H., Wagner, M. (eds) Cooperative Phenomena. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-86003-4_12
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