First-order transitions for very nonlinear sigma models.

Senya B. Shlosman, Aernout C.D. van Enter

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    Abstract

    In this contribution we discuss the occurrence of first-order transitions in temperature in various short-range lattice models with a rotation symmetry. Such transitions turn out to be widespread under the condition that the interaction potentials are sufficiently nonlinear.
    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)239-249
    Number of pages13
    JournalMarkov Processes and Related Fields
    Volume13
    Issue number2
    Publication statusPublished - 2007

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