Exact solution for (2+1)-dimensional critical collapse

David Garfinkle
Phys. Rev. D 63, 044007 – Published 18 January 2001
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Abstract

We find an exact solution in closed form for the critical collapse of a scalar field with a cosmological constant in 2+1 dimensions. This solution agrees with the numerical simulations done by Pretorius and Choputik of this system.

  • Received 10 August 2000

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevD.63.044007

©2001 American Physical Society

Authors & Affiliations

David Garfinkle*

  • Department of Physics, Oakland University, Rochester, Michigan 48309

  • *Email address: garfinkl@oakland.edu

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Vol. 63, Iss. 4 — 15 February 2001

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