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Averaged Methods for Vortex-String Evolution

C. J. A. P. Martins, E. P. S. Shellard

cond-matarXiv:cond-mat/9607093

Abstract

We discuss friction-dominated vortex-string evolution using a new analytic model recently developed by the authors. By treating the average string velocity, as well as the characteristic lengthscale, as dynamical variables, we can provide a quantitative picture of the complete evolution of a vortex-string network. Previously known scaling laws are confirmed, and new quantitative predictions regarding loop production and evolution are made.

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