FeynGame

Abstract

A java-based graphical tool for drawing Feynman diagrams is presented. It differs from similar existing tools in various respects. For example, it is based on models, consisting of particles (lines) and (optionally) vertices, each of which can be given their individual properties (line style, color, arrows, label, etc.). The diagrams can be exported in any standard image format, or as PDF. Aside from its plain graphical aspect, the goal of FeynGame is also educative, as it can check a Feynman diagrams validity. This provides the basis to play games with diagrams, for example. Here we describe one such game where a given set of initial and final states must be connected through a Feynman diagram within a given interaction model. Program summaryProgram title:FeynGameCPC Library link to program files:http://dx.doi.org/10.17632/n6ysv5x8wz.1Developer’s repository links:http://www.robert-harlander.de/software/feyngame, https://gitlab.com/feyngame/FeynGameLicensing provisions: GNU General Public License 3Programming language:JavaNature of problem: Efficient drawing of Feynman diagrams for presentations and publications; playful elementary introduction to the concept of Feynman diagramsSolution method: Graphical interface which incorporates the Feynman rules for various models of particle interactions.Restrictions: Only the topological information of the Feynman rules is incorporated.