Variational properties of the discrete Hilbert-Einstein functional. (English) Zbl 1477.53060
Summary (arXiv): This is a survey on rigidity and geometrization results obtained with the help of the discrete Hilbert-Einstein functional, written for the proceedings of the “Discrete Curvature” colloquium in Luminy.
MSC:
| 53C20 | Global Riemannian geometry, including pinching |
| 52C25 | Rigidity and flexibility of structures (aspects of discrete geometry) |
| 49Q10 | Optimization of shapes other than minimal surfaces |
| 53C24 | Rigidity results |
| 52B10 | Three-dimensional polytopes |
| 53-02 | Research exposition (monographs, survey articles) pertaining to differential geometry |
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