The differential topology of loop spaces

dc.creatorStacey, Andrew
dc.date2005-10-05
dc.date.accessioned2026-07-07T06:21:09Z
dc.date.available2026-07-07T06:21:09Z
dc.descriptionThis is an introduction to the subject of the differential topology of the space of smooth loops in a finite dimensional manifold. It began as the background notes to a series of seminars given at NTNU and subsequently at Sheffield. I am posting them in the hope that they will be useful to people wishing to know a little about the basics of the subject. I have tried to make them readable by anyone with a good grounding in finite dimensional differential topology. Any comments and suggestions for improvement will be very welcome. The topics covered are: the smooth structure of the space of smooth loops; constructions involving vector bundles; submanifolds and tubular neighbourhoods; and a short introduction to the geometry and semi-infinite structure of loop spaces.
dc.description55 pages
dc.identifierhttps://arxiv.org/abs/math/0510097
dc.identifierhttp://arxiv.org/abs/math/0510097
dc.identifier.urihttp://salesiana.dossiersoluciones.com/handle/123456789/95511
dc.subjectDifferential Geometry
dc.subjectAlgebraic Topology
dc.subject58D15 (Primary); 58B10 (Secondary)
dc.titleThe differential topology of loop spaces
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