arXiv · 2510.16945
A formula for the edge density $\sqrt{n}$-correction for two-dimensional Coulomb systems
Abstract
In connection with recent work on smallest gaps, C. Charlier proves that the 1-point function of a suitable planar Coulomb system $\{z_j\}_1^n$, in the determinantal case with respect to an external potential $Q(z)$, admits the expansion, as $n\to\infty$, $$R_n\bigg(z_0+\frac t {\sqrt{2n\partial\bar{\partial} Q(z_0)}}\nu(z_0)\bigg)=n\partial\bar{\partial} Q(z_0)\frac {\operatorname{erfc} t}2+\sqrt{n\partial\bar{\partial} Q(z_0)}\,C(z_0;t)+\mathcal{O}(\log^3 n).$$ Here $t$ is a real parameter, $z_0$ is a regular boundary point of the (connected) Coulomb droplet and $\nu(z_0)$ is the outwards unit normal; the coefficient $C(z_0;t)$ has an apriori structure depending on a number of parameters. In this note we identify the parameters and obtain a formula for $C(z_0;t)$ in potential theoretic and geometric terms. Our formula holds for a large class of potentials such that the droplet is connected with smooth boundary. Our derivation uses the well known expectation of fluctuations formula.
Explore related subjects
Keep this discovery
Explore connections, maps & timelines
Yacin Ameur. 2025-10-19. A formula for the edge density $\sqrt{n}$-correction for two-dimensional Coulomb systems. https://arxiv.org/abs/2510.16945
Cite the original work for its findings. Save a collection to share your selection of sources.