A potential well with 3-fold reflection symmetry

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The discussion revolves around applying Bloch's theorem and the tight-binding approximation to find eigenstates in a system with three-fold reflection symmetry. The user expresses confusion about how to start the problem and seeks guidance on the application of these concepts. They understand that Bloch's theorem allows for a wavefunction that combines a plane wave with a periodic function but need help in practical application. The request emphasizes the desire for a collaborative discussion rather than direct answers, highlighting the need for clarity in understanding the topic. Overall, the thread seeks to foster a supportive dialogue to navigate the complexities of the homework problem.
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Relevant Equations
Bloch's theorem: $$\psi(r)=e^{ikr}u(r)$$
Simultaneous eigenstates of Hamiltonian and Translational operator: $$|\theta>=\Sigma_{n=0} ^{N-1}|n>*e^{in\theta} $$
When we are talking about Bloch's theorem and also the tight-binding approximation, we can use them to help finding eigenstates of a system. However, I am so confused how to apply it in this case (below is my homework) and don't even know how to start it...

All I understand about the Bloch's theorem is that we can find a wavefunction that is a product of plane wave and a periodic function.

This will be great if someone can discuss it with me and direct my thinking...This may be a silly question but I am really lost here... I am not asking for direct answer but I really need a hand on this, so a solid discussion would be really helpful.

Thanks in advance!

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Any comments or suggestions would be highly appreciated, really!
 
I want to find the solution to the integral ##\theta = \int_0^{\theta}\frac{du}{\sqrt{(c-u^2 +2u^3)}}## I can see that ##\frac{d^2u}{d\theta^2} = A +Bu+Cu^2## is a Weierstrass elliptic function, which can be generated from ##\Large(\normalsize\frac{du}{d\theta}\Large)\normalsize^2 = c-u^2 +2u^3## (A = 0, B=-1, C=3) So does this make my integral an elliptic integral? I haven't been able to find a table of integrals anywhere which contains an integral of this form so I'm a bit stuck. TerryW

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