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This paper is devoted to a proof of the linear stability of the unit charge static Skyrmion F0. The Skyrme model, a natural generalisation of non-linear sigma models, is a non-linear classical field theory admitting topological solitons. It is considered in the study of nuclei and in condensed matter physics, as well as for purely mathematical reasons.
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Real-space observation of skyrmion clusters with mutually orthogonal skyrmion tubes
- Award ID(s):
- 1810513
- PAR ID:
- 10117062
- Publisher / Repository:
- American Physical Society
- Date Published:
- Journal Name:
- Physical Review B
- Volume:
- 100
- Issue:
- 10
- ISSN:
- 2469-9950; PRBMDO
- Format(s):
- Medium: X
- Sponsoring Org:
- National Science Foundation
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