Random walk statistics on fractal structures (Q1072239)

We consider some statistical properties of simple random walks on fractal structures viewed as networks of sites and bonds: range, renewal theory, mean first passage time, etc. Asymptotic behaviors are shown to be controlled by the fractal \((\bar d)\) and spectral \((\tilde d)\) dimensionalities of the considered structure. A simple decimation procedure giving the value of \(\tilde d\) is outlined and illustrated in the case of the Sierpinski gaskets. Recent results for the trapping problem, the self-avoiding walk, and the true-self-avoiding walk are briefly reviewed. New numerical results for diffusion on percolation clusters are also presented.