The Multivariable Alexander Polynomial for a Closed Braid

/ Authors

H.R.Morton

/ Abstract

. A simple multivariable version of the reduced Burau matrix is constructed for any braid. It is shown how the multivariable Alexander poly- nomial for the closure of the braid can be found directly from this matrix.

The Multivariable Alexander Polynomial for a Closed Braid

/ Authors

H.R.Morton

/ Abstract

. A simple multivariable version of the reduced Burau matrix is constructed for any braid. It is shown how the multivariable Alexander poly- nomial for the closure of the braid can be found directly from this matrix.