On the weights of end-pairs in \(n\)-end catenoids of genus zero (Q1763036)

Let \(X : M = N - \{q_1,\dots,q_n\} \rightarrow \mathbb{R}^3\) be a conformal minimal immersion with ends at \(q_1,...,q_n \in N\), where N is a compact Riemann surface. When all the ends are catenoidal ends (i.e. each end \(q_j\) has a neighborhood whose image by \(X\) is asymptotic to some catenoid), then \(X\) or \(X(M)\) is called an \(n\)-end catenoid. This paper deals with the essence of difference of two types of deformations of 4-end catenoids. The main result gives a lower estimate of the length of the minimal closed geodesic of the surface \(X(M)\). Some examples are given.