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On the exact electric and magnetic fields of an electric dipole
We derive from Jefimenko's equations a multipole expansion in order to obtain
the exact expressions for the electric and magnetic fields of an electric
dipole with an arbitrary time dependence. A few comments are also made about
the usual expositions found in most common undergraduate and graduate textbooks
as well as in the literature on this topic
Effects of geometric anisotropy on local field distribution: Ewald-Kornfeld formulation
We have applied the Ewald-Kornfeld formulation to a tetragonal lattice of
point dipoles, in an attempt to examine the effects of geometric anisotropy on
the local field distribution. The various problems encountered in the
computation of the conditionally convergent summation of the near field are
addressed and the methods of overcoming them are discussed. The results show
that the geometric anisotropy has a significant impact on the local field
distribution. The change in the local field can lead to a generalized
Clausius-Mossotti equation for the anisotropic case.Comment: Accepted for publications, Journal of Physics: Condensed Matte
A New High Pressure Droplet Vaporization Model for Diesel Engine Modeling
A droplet vaporization model has been developed for use in high pressure spray modeling. The model is a modification of the common Spalding vaporization model that accounts for the effects of high pressure on phase equilibrium, transport properties, and surface tension. The new model allows for a nonuniform temperature within the liquid by using a simple 2-zone model for the droplet. The effects of the different modifications are tested both for the case of a single vaporizing droplet in a quiescent environment as well as for a high pressure spray using the KIVA II code. Comparisons with vaporizing spray experiments show somewhat improved spray penetration predictions. Also, the effect of the vaporization model on diesel combustion predictions was studied by applying the models to simulate the combustion process in a heavy duty diesel engine. In this case the standard and High Pressure vaporization models were found to give similar heat release and emissions results. However, the results show that a more realistic representation of the vaporization process is achieved with the new model. In particular, less unburned fuel is predicted to remain in the combustion chamber late in the power stroke
Four Poynting Theorems
The Poynting vector is an invaluable tool for analysing electromagnetic
problems. However, even a rigorous stress-energy tensor approach can still
leave us with the question: is it best defined as \Vec{E} \cross \Vec{H} or
as \Vec{D} \cross \Vec{B}? Typical electromagnetic treatments provide yet
another perspective: they regard \Vec{E} \cross \Vec{B} as the appropriate
definition, because \Vec{E} and \Vec{B} are taken to be the fundamental
electromagnetic fields. The astute reader will even notice the fourth possible
combination of fields: i.e. \Vec{D} \cross \Vec{H}. Faced with this diverse
selection, we have decided to treat each possible flux vector on its merits,
deriving its associated energy continuity equation but applying minimal
restrictions to the allowed host media. We then discuss each form, and how it
represents the response of the medium. Finally, we derive a propagation
equation for each flux vector using a directional fields approach; a useful
result which enables further interpretation of each flux and its interaction
with the medium.Comment: 8 pages. Updated slightly from EJP versio
Organic agricultural practice enhances arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis in correspondence to soil warming and altered precipitation patterns
Organic agricultural practice enhances arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis in correspondence to soil warming and altered precipitation patterns
The Effect of the Short-Range Correlations on the Generalized Momentum Distribution in Finite Nuclei
The effect of dynamical short-range correlations on the generalized momentum
distribution in the case of , -closed shell
nuclei is investigated by introducing Jastrow-type correlations in the
harmonic-oscillator model. First, a low order approximation is considered and
applied to the nucleus He. Compact analytical expressions are derived and
numerical results are presented and the effect of center-of-mass corrections is
estimated. Next, an approximation is proposed for of
heavier nuclei, that uses the above correlated of He.
Results are presented for the nucleus O. It is found that the effect of
short-range correlations is significant for rather large values of the momenta
and/or and should be included, along with center of mass corrections
for light nuclei, in a reliable evaluation of in the whole
domain of and .Comment: 29 pages, 8 figures. Further results, figures and discussion for the
CM corrections are added. Accepted by Journal of Physics
SR9009 administered for one day after myocardial ischemia-reperfusion prevents heart failure in mice by targeting the cardiac inflammasome
Reperfusion of patients after myocardial infarction (heart attack) triggers cardiac inflammation that leads to infarct expansion and heart failure (HF). We previously showed that the circadian mechanism is a critical regulator of reperfusion injury. However, whether pharmacological targeting using circadian medicine limits reperfusion injury and protects against HF is unknown. Here, we show that short-term targeting of the circadian driver REV-ERB with SR9009 benefits long-term cardiac repair post-myocardial ischemia reperfusion in mice. Gain and loss of function studies demonstrate specificity of targeting REV-ERB in mice. Treatment for just one day abates the cardiac NLRP3 inflammasome, decreasing immunocyte recruitment, and thereby allowing the vulnerable infarct to heal. Therapy is given in vivo, after reperfusion, and promotes efficient repair. This study presents downregulation of the cardiac inflammasome in fibroblasts as a cellular target of SR9009, inviting more targeted therapeutic investigations in the future
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