TL;DR
This paper reviews top quark physics at future linear colliders, focusing on e+ e- to ttbar near threshold, discussing observables, theoretical predictions, and the importance of mass definitions for precise measurements.
Contribution
It highlights recent higher order calculations and the significance of alternative mass schemes for accurate top quark mass determination.
Findings
Higher order calculations improve mass measurement precision.
Mass scheme choices significantly affect top quark mass extraction.
Continuum production above threshold is briefly analyzed.
Abstract
In this contribution I review the physics of top quarks at a future Linear Collider. Main emphasis is put on the process e+ e- to ttbar close to threshold. Different physical observables, their sensitivity to the basic parameters and their theoretical prediction are discussed. Recent higher order calculations are shown to have a considerable impact on a precise determination of the top quark mass. It is pointed out how the use of mass definitions different from the pole mass scheme become important in this respect. Continuum top quark production above threshold is discussed briefly.
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Taxonomy
TopicsParticle physics theoretical and experimental studies · Quantum Chromodynamics and Particle Interactions · High-Energy Particle Collisions Research