Models based on Mittag-Leffler functions for anomalous relaxation in dielectrics

We revisit the Mittag-Leffler functions of a real variable $t$, with one, two and three order-parameters $\{\alpha, \beta, \gamma\}$, as far as their Laplace transform pairs and complete monotonicty properties are concerned. These functions, subjected to the requirement to be completely monotone for $t>0$, are shown to be suitable models for non--Debye relaxation phenomena in dielectrics including as particular cases the classical models referred to as Cole-Cole, Davidson-Cole and Havriliak-Negami. We show 3D plots of the response functions and of the corresponding spectral distributions, keeping fixed one of the three order-parameters.Comment: 22 pages, 6 figures, Second Revised Versio

Clifford Valued Differential Forms, and Some Issues in Gravitation, Electromagnetism and 'Unified' Theories

In this paper we show how to describe the general theory of a linear metric compatible connection with the theory of Clifford valued differential forms. This is done by realizing that for each spacetime point the Lie algebra of Clifford bivectors is isomorphic to the Lie algebra of Sl(2,C). In that way the pullback of the linear connection under a local trivialization of the bundle (i.e., a choice of gauge) is represented by a Clifford valued 1-form. That observation makes it possible to realize immediately that Einstein's gravitational theory can be formulated in a way which is similar to a Sl(2,C) gauge theory. Such a theory is compared with other interesting mathematical formulations of Einstein's theory. and particularly with a supposedly "unified" field theory of gravitation and electromagnetism proposed by M. Sachs. We show that his identification of Maxwell equations within his formalism is not a valid one. Also, taking profit of the mathematical methods introduced in the paper we investigate a very polemical issue in Einstein gravitational theory, namely the problem of the 'energy-momentum' conservation. We show that many statements appearing in the literature are confusing or even wrong.Comment: Misprints and errors in some equations of the printed version have been correcte

A Review of Definitions for Fractional Derivatives and Integral

This paper presents a review of definitions of fractional order derivatives and integrals that appear in mathematics, physics, and engineering

Sobre o notável teorema de Ptolomeu

A geometria elementar do plano foi proposta por Euclides em sua monumental obra Os Elementos, mediante um método axiomático-dedutivo. Assim, partindo de entes fundamentais, axiomas e postulados, resultados são demonstrados por meio de uma estrutura lógica, dentre eles os teoremas, formalizados como o binômio hipótese-tese, ou ainda afirmações que podem ser provadas como verdadeiras. Existem muitos teoremas e talvez o mais famoso, por uma ou outra razão, seja o teorema de Pitágoras associado ao triângulo retângulo. Aqui, vamos abordar o teorema de Ptolomeu, relacionado a um quadrilátero inscrito numa circunferência, também conhecido pelo nome de quadrilátero cíclico. A notabilidade do teorema de Ptolomeu é evidenciada por suas aplicações, dentre outras citamos, os teoremas de Stewart, de Hiparco e de Chadu; relações com polígonos regulares; com a trigonometria, recuperando as expressões para o seno e o cosseno da soma de arcos e, por fim, interessantes relações envolvendo cordas

A Gronwall inequality and the Cauchy-type problem by means of ψ-Hilfer operator

In this paper, we propose a generalized Gronwall inequality through the fractional integral with respect to another function. The Cauchy-type problem for a nonlinear differential equation involving the psi-Hilfer fractional derivative and the existence and uniqueness of solutions are discussed. Finally, through generalized Gronwall inequality, we prove the continuous dependence of data on the Cauchy-type problem.1118710