Matrix resolvent and the discrete KdV hierarchy (Q779637)

The discrete KdV equation (Volterra lattice equation) is an integrable Hamiltonian system in one discrete space variable and one continuous time variable. The single equation is a member of the discrete KdV hierarchy of commuting flows. The authors define the tau-function of the arbitrary solutions to the discrete KdV hierarchy, based on the matrix-resolvent approach. They compare this object with the tau-function of the solutions defined via reduction of the Toda lattice hierarchy. Explicit formulae for generating series of logarithmic derivatives of the tau-functions are obtained. These explicit formulae are used to enumerate ribbon graphs with even valencies and to evaluate certain special cubic Hodge integrals.