The A-[infinity] Deformation Theory of a Point and the Derived Categories of Local Calabi-Yaus
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Author(s)
Segal, Edward Paul
Type
Thesis
Abstract
Let A be an augmented algebra over a semi-simple algebra S. We show that the Ext algebra of S as an A-module, enriched with its natural A-infinity structure, can be used to reconstruct the completion of A at the augmentation ideal. We use this technical result to justify a calculation in the physics literature describing algebras that are derived equivalent to certain non-compact Calabi-Yau three-folds. Since the calculation produces superpotentials for these algebras we also include some discussion of superpotential algebras and their invariants.
Date Issued
2008-01
Copyright Statement
Attribution NoDerivatives 4.0 International Licence (CC BY-ND)
Creator
Segal, Edward Paul
Publisher Institution
Imperial College London (University of London)
Qualification Level
Doctoral
Qualification Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)