Heavy lepton phenomenology. [Lectures]
M. L. Perl · 1978
An empirical definition of a charged lepton is presented using the properties of the electron and muon. For this purpose the evidence is surveyed that the electron and muon are elementary particles without constituents. Some of the evidence is discussed that these particles do not partake of the strong interactions. A similarly empirical discussion is given of neutrinos. Only enough theory is given to provide a basis for the discussion of the tau lepton, for which the properties and areas for future research are considered. Finally, limits are reviewed from past searches on the existence of other types of heavy leptons, and the extensions of such searches are discussed. 72 references.