26 research outputs found
OSSOS XXV: Large Populations and Scattering-Sticking in the Distant Transneptunian Resonances
There have been 77 TNOs discovered to be librating in the distant
transneptunian resonances (beyond the 2:1 resonance, at semimajor axes greater
than 47.7~AU) in four well-characterized surveys: the Outer Solar System
Origins Survey (OSSOS) and three similar prior surveys. Here we use the OSSOS
Survey Simulator to measure their intrinsic orbital distributions using an
empirical parameterized model. Because many of the resonances had only one or
very few detections, : resonant objects were grouped by in order to
have a better basis for comparison between models and reality. We also use the
Survey Simulator to constrain their absolute populations, finding that they are
much larger than predicted by any published Neptune migration model to date; we
also find population ratios that are inconsistent with published models,
presenting a challenge for future Kuiper Belt emplacement models. The estimated
population ratios between these resonances are largely consistent with
scattering-sticking predictions, though further discoveries of resonant TNOs
with high-precision orbits will be needed to determine whether
scattering-sticking can explain the entire distant resonant population or not.Comment: Accepted for publication in Planetary Sciences Journal (PSJ
A continuous source of translationally cold dipolar molecules
The Stark interaction of polar molecules with an inhomogeneous electric field
is exploited to select slow molecules from a room-temperature reservoir and
guide them into an ultrahigh vacuum chamber. A linear electrostatic quadrupole
with a curved section selects molecules with small transverse and longitudinal
velocities. The source is tested with formaldehyde (H2CO) and deuterated
ammonia (ND3). With H2CO a continuous flux is measured of approximately 10^9/s
and a longitudinal temperature of a few K. The data are compared with the
result of a Monte Carlo simulation.Comment: 4 pages, 4 figures v2: small changes in the abstract, text and
references. Figures 1 & 2 regenerated to prevent errors in the pd
A Storage Ring for Neutral Atoms
We have demonstrated a storage ring for ultra-cold neutral atoms. Atoms with
mean velocities of 1 m/s corresponding to kinetic energies of ~100 neV are
confined to a 2 cm diameter ring by magnetic forces produced by two
current-carrying wires. Up to 10^6 atoms are loaded at a time in the ring, and
7 revolutions are clearly observed. Additionally, we have demonstrated multiple
loading of the ring and deterministic manipulation of the longitudinal velocity
distribution of the atoms using applied laser pulses. Applications of this ring
include large area atom interferometers and cw monochromatic atomic beam
generation.Comment: 4 pages, 5 figure
Quo vadis, cold molecules? - Editorial review
We give a snapshot of the rapidly developing field of ultracold polar
molecules abd walk the reader through the papers appearing in this topical
issue
Open Data Exposed
This book is about open data, i.e. data that does not have any barriers in the (re)use. Open data aims to optimize access, sharing and using data from a technical, legal, financial, and intellectual perspective. Data increasingly determines the way people live their lives today. Nowadays, we cannot imagine a life without real-time traffic information about our route to work, information of the daily news or information about the local weather. At the same time, citizens themselves now are constantly generating and sharing data and information via many different devices and social media systems. Especially for governments, collection, management, exchange, and use of data and information have always been key tasks, since data is both the primary input to and output of government activities. Also for businesses, non-profit organizations, researchers and various other actors, data and information are essential
Evaluating the application of the multi-view spatial data infrastructure assessment framework
As a response to the growing interest in assessing Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDIs) the Multi-view SDI assessment framework has been proposed. The Multi-view SDI assessment framework collects multiple assessment approaches and methods with the aim to assess many different aspects of SDI in a comprehensive and unbiased way. Despite the potential strengths of the framework, its complex design raises concerns about its usability and applicability for SDI assessment. In this article we evaluate the application of the Multi-view SDI assessment framework. In addition, we ask the potential users of the framework to evaluate its applicability to assess SDIs. The results show that the framework could be applied to 21 National SDIs. Evaluation of the application process reveals that the completeness of assessment data and time needed to measure indicators depends strongly on the assessment methods used. It is recommended to use those methods that need less time to measure assessment indicators. The results also show that a significant part of the measurements could not be done due to survey questions not being filled in by the respondents. The results also show that the users tend to agree with the applicability of the Multi-view SDI assessment framework to assess SDI
Evaluating the application of the multi-view spatial data infrastructure assessment framework
As a response to the growing interest in assessing Spatial Data Infrastructures (SDIs) the
Multi-view SDI assessment framework has been proposed. The Multi-view SDI
assessment framework collects multiple assessment approaches and methods with the
aim to assess many different aspects of SDI in a comprehensive and unbiased way. Despite
the potential strengths of the framework, its complex design raises concerns about its
usability and applicability for SDI assessment. In this article we evaluate the application of
the Multi-view SDI assessment framework. In addition, we ask the potential users of the
framework to evaluate its applicability to assess SDIs. The results show that the
framework could be applied to 21 National SDIs. Evaluation of the application process
reveals that the completeness of assessment data and time needed to measure indicators
depends strongly on the assessment methods used. It is recommended to use those methods
that need less time to measure assessment indicators. The results also show that a
significant part of the measurements could not be done due to survey questions not being
filled in by the respondents. The results also show that the users tend to agree with the
applicability of the Multi-view SDI assessment framework to assess SDIs.status: publishe
A systematic review of the impacts of active military service on sexual and reproductive health outcomes among servicewomen and female veterans of armed forces
There are clear evidence gaps relating to health outcomes of servicewomen and female military veterans (here included as servicewomen). In addition to physical health, mental wellbeing and maternal health, there is limited literature regarding their sexual and reproductive health, particularly within an international context.1 Internationally, a recent increased focus on the health of servicewomen and female veterans re ects both increased numbers of females in the military and removal of duty restrictions. Consequently, speci c policies addressing pregnancy, breastfeeding and return to work have been developed, although research evidence to inform these is lacking. Identifying available evidence and mapping evidence gaps is critical to develop policies that will support the future female military workforce. Therefore, as a basis to address these emerging issues, an evidence mapping review was conducted to identify reproductive and sexual health issues faced by servicewomen, and establish the evidence gaps and target areas for future research.E. Lawrence-Wood, S. Kumar, S. Crompvoets, B. G. Fosh, H. Rahmanian, L. Jones, S. Neuhau