Interactions of several replicas in the random field Ising model

Abstract

The replicated field theory of the random field Ising model involves the couplings of replicas of different indices. The resulting correlation functions involve a superposition of different types of long distance behaviours. However the $n=0$ limit allows one to discuss the renormalization group properties in spite of this phenomenon. The attraction of pairs of replicas is enhanced under renormalization flow and no stable fixed point is found. Consequently an instability occurs in the paramagnetic region, before one reaches the Curie line, signalling the onset of replica symmetry breaking.