The Askey-Wilson function transform scheme (Q2760156)

The Askey-scheme of hypergeometric orthogonal polynomials is the collection of the known sets of orthogonal polynomials which can be written in terms of hypergeometric series, together with their mutual connections and limit transitions. The Askey-Wilson function transform scheme introduced in this paper is a non-polynomial extension of the \(q\)-analog of the Askey-scheme. All functions involved in this new scheme are at the same time eigenfunctions of a second-order \(q\)-difference operator in the geometric parameter and of a second-order \(q\)-difference operator in the spectral prameter.NEWLINENEWLINENEWLINEThe paper gives an overview (with detailed bibliographical references) on the limit transitions, analytic continuation and duality relations connecting these functions. Quantum group interpretations and possible further extensions are discussed.NEWLINENEWLINEFor the entire collection see [Zbl 0969.00053].