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B M Rubenstein1, J E Gubernatis, J D Doll

  • 1Chemistry Department, Columbia University, New York, New York 10027, USA.

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We developed a modified power method using Monte Carlo simulations to compute the subdominant eigenvalue (λ2) for matrices and operators. This method addresses the sign problem and compares algorithm efficiencies for discrete and continuous systems.

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Area of Science:

  • Computational Physics
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Statistical Mechanics

Background:

  • The subdominant eigenvalue (λ2) is crucial for understanding the convergence rate of Monte Carlo sampling methods.
  • Existing methods for computing λ2 can be computationally intensive or face challenges with sign problems in stochastic simulations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a modified power method for calculating λ2 using simple Monte Carlo techniques.
  • To address and solve the sign problem inherent in representing eigenfunctions with mixed-sign random walkers.
  • To compare the efficiency of different Monte Carlo algorithms for discrete and continuous systems based on λ2.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a modified power method incorporating random walkers of mixed signs.
  • Implemented a procedure to accurately cancel signs for faithful eigenfunction sampling.
  • Applied Monte Carlo methods to compute λ2 for Ising models (discrete phase space) and a harmonic trap model (continuous phase space).
  • Compared Metropolis and heat-bath algorithms for Ising models and Metropolis for the harmonic trap model.

Main Results:

  • The modified power method effectively computes λ2 and addresses the sign problem.
  • For Ising models, small lattices provide adequate efficiency comparisons; heat-bath is superior only at low temperatures.
  • For the harmonic trap model, optimal efficiency is determined by λ2 trends, not the typical 50% acceptance rate rule.
  • Continuum models appear more efficient for Monte Carlo simulations than their discretized counterparts.

Conclusions:

  • The modified power method offers a viable approach for computing λ2 in various systems.
  • Algorithm efficiency comparisons reveal system-dependent optimal strategies.
  • The study highlights the importance of λ2 in guiding Monte Carlo simulation parameter choices for enhanced performance.