On complete Ricci-flat metrics on open Kahler manifolds

Abstract

This paper has two purposes. First it partially extends the result in the author's previous work concerning the asymptotic expansion of the Tian-Yau metrics, by considering a slightly larger class of quasi-projective manifolds. This text is also intended to provide a quick introductory reference to the study of Ricci-flat metrics on open manifolds.

This is the final version, November 2006