Quasi-Linear Criticality Theory and Green's Functions on Graphs

Abstract

We study energy functionals associated with quasi-linear Schrödinger operators on infinite graphs, and develop characterisations of (sub-)criticality via Green's functions, harmonic functions of minimal growth and capacities. We proof a quasi-linear version of the Agmon-Allegretto-Piepenbrink theorem, which says that the energy functional is non-negative if and only if there is a positive superharmonic function. Furthermore, we show that a Green's function exists if and only if the energy functional is subcritical. Comparison principles and maximum principles are the main tools in the proofs.

39 pages