Abstract

A Singer cycle in GL(n,q) is an element of order q permuting cyclically all the nonzero vectors. Let σ be a Singer cycle in GL(2n,2). In this note we shall count the number of lines in PG (2n-1,2) whose orbit under the subgroup of index 3 in the Singer group 〈σ〉 is a spread. The lines constituting such a spread are permuted cyclically by the group 〈σ3〉, hence gives rise to a flag-transitive 2-(22n ,4,1) design.

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.