Random point sets and their diffraction

DOI10.1080/14786435.2010.513696arXiv1007.3084MaRDI QIDQ6219783FDOQ6219783

Authors: Michael Baake, Holger Kösters 

Publication date: 19 July 2010

Abstract: The diffraction of various random subsets of the integer lattice $mathbb{Z}^d$, such as the coin tossing and related systems, are well understood. Here, we go one important step beyond and consider random point sets in $mathbb{R}^d$. We present several systems with an effective stochastic interaction that still allow for explicit calculations of the autocorrelation and the diffraction measure. We concentrate on one-dimensional examples for illustrative purposes, and briefly indicate possible generalisations to higher dimensions. In particular, we discuss the stationary Poisson process in $mathbb{R}^d$ and the renewal process on the line. The latter permits a unified approach to a rather large class of one-dimensional structures, including random tilings. Moreover, we present some stationary point processes that are derived from the classical random matrix ensembles as introduced in the pioneering work of Dyson and Ginibre. Their re-consideration from the diffraction point of view improves the intuition on systems with randomness and mixed spectra.

Mathematics Subject Classification ID

Point processes (e.g., Poisson, Cox, Hawkes processes) (60G55) Statistical mechanics of random media, disordered materials (including liquid crystals and spin glasses) (82D30) Quasicrystals and aperiodic tilings in discrete geometry (52C23)

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