Instanton propagator and instanton induced processes in scalar model

The propagator in the instanton background in the $(- \lambda \phi^{4})$ scalar model in four dimensions is studied.Leading and sub-leading terms of its asymptotics for large momenta and its on-shell double residue are calculated analytically. These results are applied to the analysis of the initial-state and initial-final-state corrections and the calculation of the next-to-leading (propagator) correction to the exponent of the cross section of instanton induced multiparticle scattering processes.Comment: 44 pages, 7 postscript figures, LaTe

Measurement of the neutron electric dipole moment by crystal diffraction

An experiment using a prototype setup to search for the neutron electric dipole moment by measuring spin-rotation in a non-centrosymmetric crystal (quartz) was carried out to investigate statistical sensitivity and systematic effects of the method. It has been demonstrated that the concept of the method works. The preliminary result of the experiment is $d_{\rm n}=(2.5\pm 6.5)\cdot 10^{-24}$ e$\cdot$cm. The experiment showed that an accuracy of $\sim 2.5\cdot 10^{-26}$ e$\cdot$cm can be obtained in 100 days data taking, using available quartz crystals and neutron beams.Comment: 13 pages, 4 figure

Measurement of the neutron electric dipole moment via spin rotation in a non-centrosymmetric crystal

We have measured the neutron electric dipole moment using spin rotation in a non-centrosymmetric crystal. Our result is d_n = (2.5 +- 6.5(stat) +- 5.5(syst)) 10^{-24} e cm. The dominating contribution to the systematic uncertainty is statistical in nature and will reduce with improved statistics. The statistical sensitivity can be increased to 2 10^{-26} e cm in 100 days data taking with an improved setup. We state technical requirements for a systematic uncertainty at the same level.Comment: submitted to Phys. Lett.

d dimensional SO(d)-Higgs Models with Instanton and Sphaleron: d=2,3

The Abelian Higgs model and the Georgi-Glashow model in 2 and 3 Euclidean dimensions respectively, support both finite size instantons and sphalerons. The instantons are the familiar Nielsen-Oleson vortices and the 't Hooft-Polyakov monopole solutions respectively. We have constructed the sphaleron solutions and calculated the Chern-Simons charges N_cs for sphalerons of both models and have constructed two types of noncontractible loops between topologically distinct vacuua. In the 3 dimensional model, the sphaleron and the vacuua have zero magnetic and electric flux while the configurations on the loops have non vanishing magnetic flux.Comment: 24 pages, 3 figures, LaTe

Matter Outflows from AGN: A Unifying Model

We discuss a self-consistent unified model of the matter outflows from AGNs based on a theoretical approach and involving data on AGN evolution and structure. The model includes a unified geometry, two-phase gas dynamics, radiation transfer, and absorption spectrum calculations in the UV and X-ray bands. We briefly discuss several questions about the mass sources of the flows, the covering factors, and the stability of the narrow absorption details.Comment: 6 figures, accepted for publication in Astrophysics and Space Scienc

Experimental Study of Features of Thin-Walled Pipes Sizing in the Line of a Pipe Rolling Plant with an Automatic Mill

The aim of the study is to establish the actual level of working loads on the roll drive line of the sizing mill installed as part of the PRP-220 with an automatic mill, when switching to the production of steel pipes from increased strength group. The study is based on a complex experimental and theoretical analysis. After the processing of the results of experimental studies a comparison of the most loaded sizing route for a thin-walled pipe with a diameter of 244.5 mm and a wall thickness of 8.9 mm (D/S = 27.5) made of steel of strength group “D” was made with the route for a pipe with a diameter of 177.8 mm and a wall thickness of 9.2 mm (D/S = 19.3) from steel of strength group “E”. Graphs of the observed processes are presented, as well as calculated predictive values of sizing of thin-walled pipes for steel of strength group “E”, obtained on the basis of an experimental-theoretical analysis of the growth of flow stress. Recommendations have been given for improving the equipment of the PRP-220 sizing mill for the production of pipes with increased diameters from steels of increased strength groups

The first results of mass U-Pb isotope dating (LA-ICP-MS) for detrital zircons from the Asha Group, South Urals: Paleogeography and paleotectonics

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