Abstract
We study a system with a weak, long-ranged repulsive Kac-type step-function interaction within the framework of a replicated effective [Formula Presented] theory. The occurrence of extensive configurational entropy or an exponentially large number of metastable minima in the free energy (characteristic of a glassy state), is demonstrated. The underlying mechanism of mesoscopic patterning and defect organizations is discussed.
| Original language | English |
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| Journal | Physical Review E |
| Volume | 69 |
| Issue number | 1 |
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| State | Published - 2004 |
| Externally published | Yes |