Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the pairing of electrons in superconductors, specifically focusing on the mechanisms that lead to the formation of singlet pairs within various electronic states in crystals. The scope includes theoretical considerations and the implications of these pairing mechanisms in the context of superconductivity.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests that electronic real-space-eigenstates in crystals, which can be larger than a unit cell, may lead to the formation of singlet pairs of conduction electrons with opposite spins, potentially explaining a long-debated pairing mechanism in superconductors.
- Another participant requests the inclusion of equations in the initial post to enhance comprehension of the concepts presented.
- A third participant references a paper that contains mathematical details relevant to the discussion, indicating that the necessary math is available for further exploration.
- A later reply notes that personal research, even if available on arXiv, is not typically discussed in the forum until it is published in a reputable journal, suggesting a limitation on the types of sources considered valid for discussion.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus, as there are differing views on the appropriateness of discussing personal research and the relevance of the referenced paper. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the implications of the proposed pairing mechanism.
Contextual Notes
Limitations include the dependence on the definitions of electronic states and the unresolved nature of the mathematical details referenced in the discussion.