Abstract
Simulations of a three-component time-dependent Ginzburg-Landau Abelian Higgs) model reveals that the dominant topological defects are vector vortices rather than conventional Abrikosov (Nielsen-Olesen) vortices or skyrmions. We describe in detail these vortices in the steady state and discuss their possible role in the dynamics. In particular, we conclude that the vector vortices have a superconducting core distinct from the superconducting bulk state. The profile of the vector order parameter and the magnetic field are calculated.
| Original language | English |
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| Article number | 214532 |
| Pages (from-to) | 2145321-2145326 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Physical Review B - Condensed Matter and Materials Physics |
| Volume | 65 |
| Issue number | 21 |
| State | Published - 1 Jun 2002 |