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D-branes on Asymmetric Orbifolds
We construct D-brane states on an asymmetric orbifold of type IIA on a
four-torus, which is modded out by T-duality. We find explicit boundary states
charged under the twisted sector gauge fields. Unlike other cases, the boundary
states involve an explicit dependence on the twist fields. The D-brane spectrum
is consistent with the model being equivalent to type IIA on a four-torus.Comment: 14 pages, latex, added comments and reference
Comments on the D-instanton calculus in (p,p+1) minimal string theory
The FZZT and ZZ branes in (p,p+1) minimal string theory are studied in terms
of continuum loop equations. We show that systems in the presence of ZZ branes
(D-instantons) can be easily investigated within the framework of the continuum
string field theory developed by Yahikozawa and one of the present authors
(hep-th/9609210). We explicitly calculate the partition function of a single ZZ
brane for arbitrary p. We also show that the annulus amplitudes of ZZ branes
are correctly reproduced.Comment: 21 pages, 1 figure, final versio
Derivative corrections to D-brane actions with constant background fields
We study derivative corrections to the effective action for a single D-brane
in type II superstring theory coupled to constant background fields. In
particular, within this setting we determine the complete expression for the
(disk level) four-derivative corrections to the Born-Infeld part of the action.
We also determine 2n-form 2n-derivative corrections to the Wess-Zumino term.
Both types of corrections involve all orders of the gauge field strength, F.
The results are obtained via string sigma-model loop calculations using the
boundary state operator language. The corrections can be succinctly written in
terms of the Riemann tensor for a non-symmetric metric.Comment: 28 pages, LaTeX (uses pstricks); v2: minor typos corrected,
references adde
Considerations for Cross Domain / Mission Resource Allocation and Replanning
NPS NRP Executive SummaryNaval platforms are inherently multi-mission - they execute a variety of missions simultaneously. Ships, submarines, and aircraft support multiple missions across domains, such as integrated air and missile defense, ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, strike operations, naval fires in support of ground operations, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Scheduling and position of these multi-mission platforms is problematic since one warfare area commander desires one position and schedule, while another may have a completely different approach. Commanders struggle to decide and adjudicate these conflicts, because there is plenty of uncertainty about the enemy and the environment. This project will explore emerging innovative data analytic technologies to optimize naval resource allocation and replanning across mission domains. NPS proposes a study that will evaluate the following three solution concepts for this application: (1) game theory, (2) machine learning, and (3) wargaming. The study will first identify a set of operational scenarios that involve distributed and diverse naval platforms and resources and a threat situation that requires multiple concurrent missions in multiple domains. The NPS team will use these scenarios to evaluate the three solution concepts and their applicability to supporting resource allocation and replanning. This project will provide valuable insights into innovative data analytic solution concepts to tackle the Navy's challenge of conducing multiple missions with cross-domain resources.N2/N6 - Information WarfareThis research is supported by funding from the Naval Postgraduate School, Naval Research Program (PE 0605853N/2098). https://nps.edu/nrpChief of Naval Operations (CNO)Approved for public release. Distribution is unlimited.
Considerations for Cross Domain / Mission Resource Allocation and Replanning
NPS NRP Technical ReportNaval platforms are inherently multi-mission - they execute a variety of missions simultaneously. Ships, submarines, and aircraft support multiple missions across domains, such as integrated air and missile defense, ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, strike operations, naval fires in support of ground operations, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Scheduling and position of these multi-mission platforms is problematic since one warfare area commander desires one position and schedule, while another may have a completely different approach. Commanders struggle to decide and adjudicate these conflicts, because there is plenty of uncertainty about the enemy and the environment. This project will explore emerging innovative data analytic technologies to optimize naval resource allocation and replanning across mission domains. NPS proposes a study that will evaluate the following three solution concepts for this application: (1) game theory, (2) machine learning, and (3) wargaming. The study will first identify a set of operational scenarios that involve distributed and diverse naval platforms and resources and a threat situation that requires multiple concurrent missions in multiple domains. The NPS team will use these scenarios to evaluate the three solution concepts and their applicability to supporting resource allocation and replanning. This project will provide valuable insights into innovative data analytic solution concepts to tackle the Navy's challenge of conducing multiple missions with cross-domain resources.N2/N6 - Information WarfareThis research is supported by funding from the Naval Postgraduate School, Naval Research Program (PE 0605853N/2098). https://nps.edu/nrpChief of Naval Operations (CNO)Approved for public release. Distribution is unlimited.
Considerations for Cross Domain / Mission Resource Allocation and Replanning
NPS NRP Project PosterNaval platforms are inherently multi-mission - they execute a variety of missions simultaneously. Ships, submarines, and aircraft support multiple missions across domains, such as integrated air and missile defense, ballistic missile defense, anti-submarine warfare, strike operations, naval fires in support of ground operations, and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance. Scheduling and position of these multi-mission platforms is problematic since one warfare area commander desires one position and schedule, while another may have a completely different approach. Commanders struggle to decide and adjudicate these conflicts, because there is plenty of uncertainty about the enemy and the environment. This project will explore emerging innovative data analytic technologies to optimize naval resource allocation and replanning across mission domains. NPS proposes a study that will evaluate the following three solution concepts for this application: (1) game theory, (2) machine learning, and (3) wargaming. The study will first identify a set of operational scenarios that involve distributed and diverse naval platforms and resources and a threat situation that requires multiple concurrent missions in multiple domains. The NPS team will use these scenarios to evaluate the three solution concepts and their applicability to supporting resource allocation and replanning. This project will provide valuable insights into innovative data analytic solution concepts to tackle the Navy's challenge of conducing multiple missions with cross-domain resources.N2/N6 - Information WarfareThis research is supported by funding from the Naval Postgraduate School, Naval Research Program (PE 0605853N/2098). https://nps.edu/nrpChief of Naval Operations (CNO)Approved for public release. Distribution is unlimited.
N=2 Gauge theories on systems of fractional D3/D7 branes
We study a bound state of fractional D3/D7-branes in the ten-dimensional
space R^{1,5}*R^{4}/Z_2 using the boundary state formalism. We construct the
boundary actions for this system and show that higher order terms in the
twisted fields are needed in order to satisfy the zero-force condition. We then
find the classical background associated to the bound state and show that the
gauge theory living on a probe fractional D3-brane correctly reproduces the
perturbative behavior of a four-dimensional N=2 supersymmetric gauge theory
with fundamental matter.Comment: latex, 22 pages. Typos fixed, appendix expanded, some points
clarified and references adde
The Enhancon, Black Holes, and the Second Law
We revisit the physics of five-dimensional black holes constructed from D5-
and D1-branes and momentum modes in type IIB string theory compactified on K3.
Since these black holes incorporate D5-branes wrapped on K3, an enhancon locus
appears in the spacetime geometry. With a `small' number of D1-branes, the
entropy of a black hole is maximised by including precisely half as many
D5-branes as there are D1-branes in the black hole. Any attempts to introduce
more D5-branes, and so reduce the entropy, are thwarted by the appearance of
the enhancon locus above the horizon, which then prevents their approach. The
enhancon mechanism thereby acts to uphold the Second Law of Thermodynamics.
This result generalises: For each type of bound state object which can be made
of both types of brane, we show that a new type of enhancon exists at
successively smaller radii in the geometry, again acting to prevent any
reduction of the entropy just when needed. We briefly explore the appearance of
the enhancon in the black hole interior.Comment: 22 pages, 2 figures, latex, epsfig (v2: Fixed trivial typos.
Gauge Theory and the Excision of Repulson Singularities
We study brane configurations that give rise to large-N gauge theories with
eight supersymmetries and no hypermultiplets. These configurations include a
variety of wrapped, fractional, and stretched branes or strings. The
corresponding spacetime geometries which we study have a distinct kind of
singularity known as a repulson. We find that this singularity is removed by a
distinctive mechanism, leaving a smooth geometry with a core having an enhanced
gauge symmetry. The spacetime geometry can be related to large-N Seiberg-Witten
theory.Comment: 31 pages LaTeX, 2 figures (v3: references added
Holomorphic Tachyons and Fractional D-branes
We study tachyon condensation on brane-antibrane systems in orbifold theories
from the viewpoint of boundary string field theory. We show that the
condensation of holomorphic tachyon fields generates various fractional
D-branes. The boundary N=2 supersymmetry in the world-sheet theory ensures this
result exactly. Furthermore, our results are consistent with the twisted
RR-charges from detailed calculations of boundary states. We also discuss the
generation of RR-charges due to holomorphic tachyon fields on multiple
brane-antibrane pairs in flat space.Comment: Latex, 30 pages, v2:typos corrected and references added, v3:comments
and references adde
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