Localization versus subradiance in three-dimensional scattering of light

We study the scattering modes of light in a three-dimensional disordered medium, in the scalar approximation and above the critical density for Anderson localization. Localized modes represent a minority of the total number of modes, even well above the threshold density, whereas spatially extended subradiant modes predominate. For specific energy ranges however, almost all modes are localized, yet adjusting accordingly the probe frequency does not allow to address these only in the regime accessible numerically. Finally, their lifetime is observed to be dominated by finite-size effects, and more specifically by the ratio of the localization length to their distance to the system boundaries.Comment: Add figure comparing localization percentage via frequency, fixed text, addition of Ioffe-Regel criterion limits, figure axis were normalize

Optimal state reductions of automata with partially specified behaviors

Nondeterministic finite automata with don't care states, namely states which neither accept nor reject, are considered. A characterization of deterministic automata compatible with such a device is obtained. Furthermore, an optimal state bound for the smallest compatible deterministic automata is provided. It is proved that the problem of minimizing deterministic don't care automata is NP-complete and PSPACE-hard in the nondeterministic case. The restriction to the unary case is also considered

Irrigated rice area estimation using remote sensing techniques: Project's proposal and preliminary results

The development of a methodology for annual estimates of irrigated rice crop in the State of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, using remote sensing techniques is proposed. The project involves interpretation, digital analysis, and sampling techniques of LANDSAT imagery. Results are discussed from a preliminary phase for identifying and evaluating irrigated rice crop areas in four counties of the State, for the crop year 1982/1983. This first phase involved just visual interpretation techniques of MSS/LANDSAT images

Dynamical reentrance and geometry imposed quantization effects in Nb-AlOx-Nb Josephson junction arrays

In this paper, we report on different phenomena related to the magnetic properties of artificially prepared highly ordered (periodic) two-dimensional Josephson junction arrays (2D-JJA) of both shunted and unshunted Nb-AlOx-Nb tunnel junctions. By employing mutual-inductance measurements and using a high-sensitive bridge, we have thoroughly investigated (both experimentally and theoretically) the temperature and magnetic field dependence of complex AC susceptibility of 2D-JJA. We also demonstrate the use of the scanning SQUID microscope for imaging the local flux distribution within our unshunted arrays

Ocorrência e caracterização dos danos de Erosomyia mangiferae na cultura da manga do Submédio do Vale do São Francisco.

A alteração no agroecossistema da mangueira, provocada pela expansão das áreas cultivadas na região do Submédio do Vale do São Francisco, tem propiciado condições favoráveis aos problemas fitossanitários, como o surgimento de novas pragas. Em meados de 1993, em um pomar comercial de mangueira, no município de Petrolina-PE, constatou-se a ocorrência de um pequeno díptero atacando os ponteiros e a panícula floral da mangueira identificado como Erosomyia mangiferae Felt (Diptera, Cecidomyiidae). Esta praga foi constatada atacando os tecidos tenros da planta, tais como: brotações e folhas novas, panícula floral e frutos do estádio de "chumbinho". Nas brotações e no eixo da inflorescêcia, observam-se pequenos orifícios, através dos quais há formação de galerias que se tornam necrosadas, apresentando, posteriormente, uma exsudação principalmente nas brotações. Nas folhas novas, ocorrem numerosas pontuações esbranquiçadas, contendo as larvas em seu interior. Estas pontuações, após a saída das larvas, tornam-se escuras e necrosadas, podendo ser facilmente confundidas com manchas fúngicas. Em consequência do ataque no eixo da inflorescência, a panícula floral apresenta uma curvatura de fácil visualização na planta, que caracteriza a presença dessa praga na cultura. Além do ataque no eixo da inflorescência, que pode ocasionar a perda total da panícula floral, E. mangiferae pode, também, danificar individualmente os botóes florais e os frutos recém-formados, provocando a queda dos mesmos.Coordenado por Abel Rebouças São José, Tiyoko Nair Hojo Rebouças, Daniel Nieto Angel, Ivan Vilas Bôas Souza, Nilma Oliveira Dias, Marinês Pereira Bomfim. Trabalhos apresentados no I Simpósio Latino Americano sobre Produção de Manga, 1999, Vitória da Conquista, BA

Micro-bias and macro-performance

We use agent-based modeling to investigate the effect of conservatism and partisanship on the efficiency with which large populations solve the density classification task--a paradigmatic problem for information aggregation and consensus building. We find that conservative agents enhance the populations' ability to efficiently solve the density classification task despite large levels of noise in the system. In contrast, we find that the presence of even a small fraction of partisans holding the minority position will result in deadlock or a consensus on an incorrect answer. Our results provide a possible explanation for the emergence of conservatism and suggest that even low levels of partisanship can lead to significant social costs.Comment: 11 pages, 5 figure

Integrated pests management on mangoes at the São Francisco river Valley, Brazil.

Aiming at a rational pest control for this crop, sampling strategies for monitoring and action threshold for the main mango pests were determined based on field and laboratory observations, national and international literature reviews, and tests/adaptations of IPM strategies already in use in other countries

Proposed Experiments to Clarify the Real Nature of the Quantum Waves

The nature of quantum waves, whether they are real physical waves or, on the contrary, mere probability waves, has been a very controversial theme since the beginning of quantum theory. Here we present some possible experiments that may clarify the problem.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio