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Conceptual Problems in Scattering from Localized non-Hermitian Potentials
We highlight the conceptual issues that arise when one applies the
quasi-Hermitian framework to analyze scattering from localized non-Hermitian
potentials, in particular complex square-wells or delta-functions. When treated
in the framework of conventional quantum mechanics, these potentials are
generally considered as effective theories, in which probability is not
conserved because of processes that have been ignored. However, if they are
treated as fundamental theories, the Hilbert-space metric must be changed. In
order for the newly-defined probability to be conserved, it must differ from
the standard one, even at asymptotically large distances from the scattering
centre, and the mechanism for this is the non-locality of the new metric, as we
show in detail in the model of a single complex delta function. However,
properties of distant bound-state systems, which do not interact physically
with the non-Hermitian scattering potential, should not be affected. We analyze
a model Hamiltonian that supports this contention.Comment: The emphasis has been changed from v1, recognizing that it makes
physical sense that the wave functions of scattering states are fundamentally
changed in the quasi-Hermitian framework. In contrast, bound states should
not be significantly affected by the introduction of a distant non-Hermitian
scattering potentia
Benchmark ultra-cool dwarfs in widely separated binary systems
Ultra-cool dwarfs as wide companions to subgiants, giants, white dwarfs and
main sequence stars can be very good benchmark objects, for which we can infer
physical properties with minimal reference to theoretical models, through
association with the primary stars. We have searched for benchmark ultra-cool
dwarfs in widely separated binary systems using SDSS, UKIDSS, and 2MASS. We
then estimate spectral types using SDSS spectroscopy and multi-band colors,
place constraints on distance, and perform proper motions calculations for all
candidates which have sufficient epoch baseline coverage. Analysis of the
proper motion and distance constraints show that eight of our ultra-cool dwarfs
are members of widely separated binary systems. Another L3.5 dwarf, SDSS 0832,
is shown to be a companion to the bright K3 giant Eta Cancri. Such primaries
can provide age and metallicity constraints for any companion objects, yielding
excellent benchmark objects. This is the first wide ultra-cool dwarf + giant
binary system identified.Comment: 4 pages, 3 figures, conference, "New Technologies for Probing the
Diversity of Brown Dwarfs and Exoplanets", oral tal
Use of composite rotations to correct systematic errors in NMR quantum computation
We implement an ensemble quantum counting algorithm on three NMR
spectrometers with 1H resonance frequencies of 500, 600 and 750 MHz. At higher
frequencies, the results deviate markedly from naive theoretical predictions.
These systematic errors can be attributed almost entirely to off-resonance
effects, which can be substantially corrected for using fully-compensating
composite rotation pulse sequences originally developed by Tycko. We also
derive an analytic expression for generating such sequences with arbitrary
rotation angles.Comment: 8 pages RevTex including 7 PostScript figures (18 subfigures
Synthesis and Structures of Co Bis-Trifluoromethylpyrazolate Complexes
Reactions of Co(PMe3)(3)Cl or CoCl2 with 3,5-(CF3)(2)-PzNa in hexane give Co(PMe3)(3)(3,5-(CF3)(2)-Pz) (1) and Co(PMe3)(3)(3,5-(CF3)(2)-Pz)(2) (2) respectively (3,5-(CF3)(2)-PzNa = sodium bis-trifluoromethylpyrazolate). Reaction of (3,5-(CF3)(2)-PzH) with Co(PMe3)(4) produces the unusual complex [cis-Co(PMe3)(4)H-2][Co(PMe3)(3,5-( CF3)(2)-Pz)(3)] (3) which formally contains a [Co(III)](+)[Co(II)](-) complex ion pair. Reaction of 3,5-(CF3)(2)-PzLi with an oxygenated suspension of CoCl2 and 3 equivalents of PMe3 gives (3,5-(CF3)(2)-Pz)(2)Co(mu-3,5-(CF3)(2)Pz)(mu-OPMe3)Li(OPMe3)(2) (4), while 2 reacts with LiOH to give [(PMe3)Co(mu-3,5-(CF3)(2)-Pz)(2)(mu(3)-OH)Li](2) (5). Both 2 and 3 react with O-2 in toluene solution to give Co(OPMe3)(2)(3,5-(CF3)(2)-Pz)(2) (6). All compounds have been characterized spectroscopically and by single crystal X-ray diffraction studies.Welch Foundation F-816Petroleum Research Fund 47014-ACSNSF 0741973Chemistr
Production of Millisecond Dips in Sco X-1 Count Rates by Dead Time Effects
Chang et al. (2006) reported millisecond duration dips in the X-ray intensity
of Sco X-1 and attributed them to occultations of the source by small
trans-Neptunian objects (TNOs). We have found multiple lines of evidence that
these dips are not astronomical in origin, but rather the result of high-energy
charged particle events in the RXTE PCA detectors. Our analysis of the RXTE
data indicates that at most 10% of the observed dips in Sco X-1 could be due to
occultations by TNOs, and, furthermore, we find no positive or supporting
evidence for any of them being due to TNOs. We therefore believe that it is a
mistake to conclude that any TNOs have been detected via occultation of Sco
X-1.Comment: Submitted to ApJ; uses emulateapj.cls, 8 pages with 8 figure
Orbit targeting specialist function: Level C formulation requirements
A definition of the level C requirements for onboard maneuver targeting software is provided. Included are revisions of the level C software requirements delineated in JSC IN 78-FM-27, Proximity Operations Software; Level C Requirements, dated May 1978. The software supports the terminal phase midcourse (TPM) maneuver, braking and close-in operations as well as supporting computation of the rendezvous corrective combination maneuver (NCC), and the terminal phase initiation (TPI). Specific formulation is contained here for the orbit targeting specialist function including the processing logic, linkage, and data base definitions for all modules. The crew interface with the software is through the keyboard and the ORBIT-TGT display
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