Abstract
In an extended mean field theory, we find a large class of bound multistrange objects, formed from combinations of {p,n,Λ,,} baryons, which are stable against strong decay. We predict a maximal binding energy per baryon of /A≊-21 MeV, strangeness per baryon ≊1.2, charge per baryon ≊-0.1 to 0, and baryon density 2.5–3 times that of ordinary nuclei. For A≥6, we obtain stable combinations involving only {Λ,,} hyperons.
- Received 17 March 1993
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.71.1328
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