Quantum discrete ${\varphi }^4$ model at finite temperatures: the mean-field phase diagram

Abstract

The quantum discrete ${\varphi }^4$ model at finite temperature is studied in the mean-field approximation. The phase diagrams are obtained for a wide range of the model parameters. The domains of applicability for the classical, quantum, and order-disorder limits are determined. It is shown that a remarkable part of the phase diagram is reproduced by the first quantum correction to the classical result. Parameters of Sn${}_2$P${}_2$S${}_6$, SrTiO${}_3$, and KH${}_2$PO${}_4$ are placed in the phase diagram of the model.

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