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S matrix of collective field theory
By applying the Lehmann-Symanzik-Zimmermann (LSZ) reduction formalism, we
study the S matrix of collective field theory in which fermi energy is larger
than the height of potential. We consider the spatially symmetric and
antisymmetric boundary conditions. The difference is that S matrices are
proportional to momenta of external particles in antisymmetric boundary
condition, while they are proportional to energies in symmetric boundary
condition. To the order of , we find simple formulas for the S matrix
of general potential. As an application, we calculate the S matrix of a case
which has been conjectured to describe a "naked singularity".Comment: 19 page, LaTe
Axial-flexural coupled vibration and buckling of composite beams using sinusoidal shear deformation theory
A finite element model based on sinusoidal shear deformation theory is developed to study vibration and buckling analysis of composite beams with arbitrary lay-ups. This theory satisfies the zero traction boundary conditions on the top and bottom surfaces of beam without using shear correction factors. Besides, it has strong similarity with Euler–Bernoulli beam theory in some aspects such as governing equations, boundary conditions, and stress resultant expressions. By using Hamilton’s principle, governing equations of motion are derived. A displacement-based one-dimensional finite element model is developed to solve the problem. Numerical results for cross-ply and angle-ply composite beams are obtained as special cases and are compared with other solutions available in the literature. A variety of parametric studies are conducted to demonstrate the effect of fiber orientation and modulus ratio on the natural frequencies, critical buckling loads, and load-frequency curves as well as corresponding mode shapes of composite beams
3He/4He ratios of fumaroles and bubbling gases of hot springs in Tatun Volcano Group, North Taiwan
Eleven representative fumarolic gases and bubbling gases of hot springs have been collected from Tatun Volcano Group, North Taiwan for the helium isotope measurement. All the samples, except one, exhibit consistent corrected helium isotope ratios (3He/4He) with the mean value of 4.67 times of air ratios (RA). The preliminary helium data show that more than 60% of helium composition comes from deep magmatic source in this area. It implies that a relic magma reservoir may still exist underneath North Taiwan
d_{x^2-y^2} Symmetry and the Pairing Mechanism
An important question is if the gap in the high temperature cuprates has
d_{x^2-y^2} symmetry, what does that tell us about the underlying interaction
responsible for pairing. Here we explore this by determining how three
different types of electron-phonon interactions affect the d_{x^2-y^2} pairing
found within an RPA treatment of the 2D Hubbard model. These results imply that
interactions which become more positive as the momentum transfer increases
favor d_{x^2-y^2} pairing in a nearly half-filled band.Comment: 9 pages and 2 eps figs, uses revtex with epsf, in press, PR
Quasi-Periodic Releases of Streamer Blobs and Velocity Variability of the Slow Solar Wind near the Sun
We search for persistent and quasi-periodic release events of streamer blobs
during 2007 with the Large Angle Spectrometric Coronagraph on the \textit{Solar
and Heliospheric Observatory} and assess the velocity of the slow solar wind
along the plasma sheet above the corresponding streamer by measuring the
dynamic parameters of blobs. We find 10 quasi-periodic release events of
streamer blobs lasting for three to four days. In each day of these events, we
observe three-five blobs. The results are in line with previous studies using
data observed near the last solar minimum. Using the measured blob velocity as
a proxy for that of the mean flow, we suggest that the velocity of the
background slow solar wind near the Sun can vary significantly within a few
hours. This provides an observational manifestation of the large velocity
variability of the slow solar wind near the Sun.Comment: 14 pages, 5 figures, accepted by Soalr Physic
Novel antiviral activity of dialdehyde starch
A significant effort worldwide is being directed toward development of
novel biocides against drug-resistant bacterial and viruses because of
the significant potential human infection risks in the general
population. We report here the discovery of a strong antiviral biocide,
dialdheyde starch (DAS). Antiviral tests were carried out against three
non-envelop viruses, including two bacterial viruses MS2 and PRD1, and
one human virus Poliovirus. Dialdehyde starch aqueous suspensions were
effective biocides against these three test viruses in a 1 hr exposure
test. The antiviral activity was significantly enhanced in a four-hour
exposure test, with maximum seven orders of magnitude reductions
against MS2 and PRD1, and four-order reduction against Poliovirus. The
antiviral activity of dialdehyde starch was found to be pH dependent,
being more active in alkaline and acidic conditions than in neutral
conditions
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Novel bimetallic dispersed catalysts for temperature-programmed coal liquefaction. Technical progress report, April--June 1996
This quarterly report describes our recent work on two related subjects: effect of using organometallic catalyst precursor on hydrodeoxygenation under coal liquefaction conditions, and the effect of mineral matters in liquefaction reactions of coals. Oxygen functionalities, especially phenols, are undesirable components of coal derived liquids. Removal of these compounds from the products of coal liquefaction is required. A beneficial alternative would be the removal of these functionalities, or the prevention of their formation, during the liquefaction process. Organometallic precursors of Co, Ni and Mo have been studied as catalysts. To ascertain the hydrodeoxygenation properties of these catalysts under liquefaction conditions, model compounds were investigated. Anthrone, Dibutylmethyl phenol, dinaphthyl ether and xanthene were studied to provide a comparison of conversions to deoxygenated products. Studies of the deoxygenating abilities of these catalyst precursors in coal liquefaction systems have also been performed. Improvements in conversion and product quality are observed. Both these factors are dependent on the coal used. It is also considered that some mineral matters in coal may have catalytic actions. Demineralization by successive HCl/HF treatments of a low rank coal has demonstrated that removal of the inherent mineral matter imparts no serious detrimental effect upon low temperature liquefaction. It appears that elimination of such species allows for better access for gaseous H{sub 2}, as suggested by previous studies
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Nanoscale encapsulation: the structure of cations in hydrophobic microporous aluminosilicates
Hydrophobic microporous aluminosilicates, created by organic surface modification of inherently hydrophilic materials such as zeolites and clays, are currently being investigated as storage media for hazardous cations. Use of organic monolayers to modify the surface of an aluminosilicate after introducing an ion into the zeolite/clay reduces the interaction of water with the material. Resulting systems are about 20 times more resistant to leaching of stored ion. XAS spectra from the encapsulated ion demonstrate that byproducts from the organic modifier can complex with the stored cation. This complexation can result in a decreased affinity of the cation for the aluminosilicate matrix. Changing the organic modifier eliminates this problem. XAS spectra also indicate that the reactivity and speciation of the encapsulated ion may change upon application of the hydrophobic layer
Don't touch: Developmental trajectories of toddlers' behavioral regulation related to older siblings' behaviors and parental discipline
Behavioral regulation is one of the key developmental skills children acquire during early childhood. Previous research has focused primarily on the role of parents as socializing agents in this process, yet it is likely that older siblings also are influential given the numerous daily interactions between siblings. This exploratory longitudinal study investigated developmental heterogeneity in behavioral regulation during toddlerhood and the early preschool years (18 to 36 months) and relations with older siblings' control and behavioral regulation while taking into account parental discipline. Toddlers were visited at home at 18, 24, and 36 months and observed during a gift-delay task with their older sibling in 93 families. Behavioral regulation of both siblings and gentle and harsh control of the older sibling were coded during the sibling gift-delay task, which was validated using parent-reports of toddlers' internalized conduct. Analyses revealed five distinct developmental trajectories among toddlers' behavioral regulation, revealing different patterns of developmental multifinality and equifinality. Older siblings' harsh control and parental discipline differed across toddler trajectory groups. Older siblings' behaviors covaried with the toddlers' behavioral regulation suggesting that older siblings may be acting as models for younger siblings, as well as disciplining and teaching toddlers to resist temptation.Education and Child Studie
Azonexus hydrophilus sp nov., a nifH gene-harbouring bacterium isolated from freshwater
Three Gram-negative, non-pigmented, rod-shaped, facultatively aerobic bacterial strains, designated d8-1(T), d8-2 and IMCC1716, were isolated from a freshwater spring sample and a eutrophic freshwater pond. Based on characterization using a polyphasic approach, the three strains showed highly similar phenotypic, physiological and genetic characteristics. All of the strains harboured the nitrogenase gene nifH, but nitrogen-fixing activities could not be detected in nitrogen-free culture media. The three strains shared 99.6-99.7 % 16S rRNA gene sequence similarity and showed 89-100 % DNA-DNA relatedness, suggesting that they represent a single genomic species. Phylogenetic analysis based on 16S rRNA gene sequences showed that strains d8-1(T), d8-2 and IMCC1716 formed a monophyletic branch in the periphery of the evolutionary radiation occupied by the genus Azonexus. Their closest neighbours; were Azonexus caeni Slu-05(T) (96.7-96.8% similarity) and Azonexus fungiphilus BS5-8(T) (96.3-96.6 %). The DNA-DNA relatedness of the novel strains to these two species of the genus Azonexus was less than 70%. The isolates could also be differentiated from recognized members of the genus Azonexus on the basis of phenotypic and biochemical characteristics. It is evident, therefore, that the three strains represent a novel species of the genus Azonexus, for which the name Azonexus hydrophilus sp. nov. is proposed. The type strain is d8-1(T) (=LMG 24005(T)=BCRC 17657 (T))
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