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The tau function for ABS equations

Exactly Solvable and Integrable Systems 2024-11-12 v2

Abstract

The tau-function for quad-equations from the ABS classification is briefly explained. It is an auxiliary variable that systematically linearises the Backlund chain. Many equations have the same tau function and are unified by transformations constructed on that basis. Simple examples are included.

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@article{arxiv.2410.21148,
  title  = {The tau function for ABS equations},
  author = {James Atkinson},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2410.21148},
  year   = {2024}
}

Comments

15 pages, corrected a faulty gauge factor in Section 4, other minor corrections

R2 v1 2026-06-28T19:38:13.724Z