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  • Computational physics
  • Statistical mechanics
  • Phase transitions

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  • Simulating spin models near critical points is hindered by critical slowing down.
  • Cluster algorithms, like Swendsen-Wang, improve simulation efficiency but have limitations.
  • Sweeny's algorithm, though efficient, faced implementation challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present an efficient implementation of Sweeny's cluster algorithm for the random-cluster model.
  • To address the implementation issues of Sweeny's approach.
  • To demonstrate its effectiveness in reducing critical slowing down.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the Fortuin-Kasteleyn representation of the Potts model.
  • Employed recent advances in dynamic connectivity algorithms.
  • Developed an efficient implementation of Sweeny's algorithm.

Main Results:

  • The implemented Sweeny's algorithm shows greater efficiency in reducing critical slowing down compared to Swendsen-Wang.
  • The new implementation overcomes previous practical difficulties.
  • The approach is suitable for continuous-spin models.

Conclusions:

  • Sweeny's algorithm, with efficient implementation, is a powerful tool for simulating spin models near critical points.
  • This work validates the superior performance of Sweeny's method over Swendsen-Wang for critical slowing down.
  • Advances in dynamic connectivity algorithms enable practical application of Sweeny's approach.