Beyond Ising SK: m-vector, Potts, p-spin, spherical, induced moment, random graphs

TL;DR

This chapter explores various advanced spin glass models beyond the SK model, enhancing understanding and applications in statistical physics and related fields.

Contribution

It introduces and compares multiple complex spin glass models, expanding the theoretical framework beyond the traditional SK model.

Findings

Different models exhibit unique phase transitions.

Enhanced understanding of complex energy landscapes.

Potential applications in optimization and neural networks.

Abstract

This chapter introduces a variety of spin glass models, beyond the simple Sherrington-Kirkpatrick (SK) version, that have led to enriched understanding and application.