Hamilton Cycles and Paths in the Noncrossing Partition Refinement Graph
Abstract
Let NCR(n) be the cover graph of the refinement order on the noncrossing partitions of an n-element cyclically ordered set. We determine exactly when this graph has a Hamilton cycle and when it has a Hamilton path. The graph has a Hamilton cycle exactly for n in {0,1} or even n at least 4, and it has a Hamilton path exactly for n at most 3 or even n. For odd orders, block-count parity and a signed Dyck-tree recurrence give the obstruction. For every even n at least 4, an explicit Boolean-cube decomposition, refinement-diamond port assignment, and recursive square switching construction produce a Hamilton cycle. The classification and construction are accompanied by a kernel-checked Lean 4 formalization.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Advanced Combinatorial Mathematics
Advanced Graph Theory Research
graph theory and CDMA systems
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 31 August 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Preprint