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On geometric bases for quantum A-polynomials of knots

High Energy Physics - Theory 2024-11-25 v2 Mathematical Physics Geometric Topology math.MP Quantum Algebra

Abstract

A simple geometric way is suggested to derive the Ward identities in the Chern-Simons theory, also known as quantum AA- and CC-polynomials for knots. In quasi-classical limit it is closely related to the well publicized augmentation theory and contact geometry. Quantization allows to present it in much simpler terms, what could make these techniques available to a broader audience. To avoid overloading of the presentation, only the case of the colored Jones polynomial for the trefoil knot is considered, though various generalizations are straightforward. Restriction to solely Jones polynomials (rather than full HOMFLY-PT) is related to a serious simplification, provided by the use of Kauffman calculus. Going beyond looks realistic, however it remains a problem, both challenging and promising.

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@article{arxiv.2408.08181,
  title  = {On geometric bases for quantum A-polynomials of knots},
  author = {Dmitry Galakhov and Alexei Morozov},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2408.08181},
  year   = {2024}
}

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16 pages, v2: minor updates