arXiv · 1702.05991
Finite-size corrections in the random assignment problem
Abstract
We analytically derive, in the context of the replica formalism, the first finite size corrections to the average optimal cost in the random assignment problem for a quite generic distribution law for the costs. We show that, when moving from a power-law distribution to a $Γ$ distribution, the leading correction changes both in sign and in its scaling properties. We also examine the behavior of the corrections when approaching a $δ$-function distribution. By using a numerical solution of the saddle-point equations, we provide predictions that are confirmed by numerical simulations.
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Sergio Caracciolo, Matteo P. D'Achille, Enrico M. Malatesta, Gabriele Sicuro. 2017-05-17. Finite-size corrections in the random assignment problem. https://doi.org/10.1103/physreve.95.052129
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