22–26 Jun 2026
Physics Department, University of Coimbra
Europe/Lisbon timezone

Vortex Avalanches and Pinning Scales

22 Jun 2026, 15:45
25m
Physics Department, University of Coimbra

Physics Department, University of Coimbra

Rua Larga, 3004-516 - Coimbra - Portugal

Speaker

Ali Alpar (Sabanci University)

Description

Vortex avalanches as distinct from large fluctuations in continuous dynamics require the breaking of scale invariance. A simple model for avalanches, based on intrinsic scales of pinning forces and of substrates sustaining pinning centers is presented. Applications to pulsar glitches and analogue experiments in laboratory condensates are discussed.

Author

Ali Alpar (Sabanci University)

Co-author

Dr Erbil Gügercinoğlu (Qingdao Binhai University)

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