The n-n-alpha System in a Continuum Faddeev Formulation

TL;DR

This paper formulates the continuum Faddeev equations for the neutron-neutron-alpha system, including a general interaction and the capture process leading to helium-6, providing a theoretical framework for nuclear three-body problems.

Contribution

It introduces a comprehensive continuum Faddeev formulation for the n-n-alpha system and derives the capture process, extending the theoretical tools for nuclear few-body systems.

Findings

Formulation of continuum Faddeev equations for n-n-alpha system.

Derivation of the capture process n+n+α → 6He+γ.

Applicable to general interactions and finite rank forces.

Abstract

The continuum Faddeev equations for the neutron-neutron-alpha (n-n-$\alpha$) system are formulated for a general interaction as well as for finite rank forces. In addition, the capture process n+n+$\alpha \rightarrow ^6$He+$\gamma$ is derived.