Nuclear surface energy solving Hartree–Fock equations with Gogny interactions using Lagrange mesh

Abstract Hartree–Fock equations for finite-range interactions in a slab of nuclear matter are presented and solved using an algorithm based on the Lagrange mesh method. This approach is faster and more efficient than the Numerov algorithm commonly used in the literature. Thanks to the improved numerical accuracy, we were able to perform calculations with sufficiently large boxes to minimize the impact of Friedel oscillations on the final results, achieving a precision on the surface energy within a few dozens of keV. Results are presented for several Gogny interactions that have not been previously discussed. In addition, the inclusion of the spin–orbit term is examined, showing a net reduction of 1.2–1.9 MeV in the surface energy.