Gauge equivalence of Tachyon solutions in the cubic Neveu—Schwarz string field theory

We construct a simple analytic solution of the cubic Neveu—Schwarz (NS) string field theory including the GSO(-) sector. This solution is analogous to the Erler—Schnabl solution in the bosonic case and to the solution in the pure GSO(+) case previously proposed by one of us. We construct exact gauge transformations of the new solution to other known solutions for the NS string tachyon condensation. This gauge equivalence manifestly supports the previous observation that the Erler solution for the pure GSO(+) sector and our solution containing both the GSO(+) and the GSO(-) sectors have the same value of the action density.     

Solitons via Lie-Bäcklund transformation for 5D low-energy string theory

We apply a non-linear matrix transformation of Lie-Bäcklund type on a seed soliton configuration in order to obtain a new solitonic solution in the framework of the 5D low-energy effective field theory of the bosonic string. The seed solution represents a stationary axisymmetric two-soliton configuration previously constructed through the inverse scattering method and consists of a massless gravitational field coupled to a non-trivial chargeless dilaton and to an axion field endowed with charge. We apply a fully parameterized non-linear matrix transformation of Ehlers type on this massless solution and get a massive rotating axisymmetric gravitational soliton coupled to charged axion and dilaton fields. We discuss on some physical properties of both the initial and the generated solitons and fully clarify the physical effect of the non-linear normalized Ehlers transformation on the seed solution.     

A string model of “exotic” particles

The bosonic string is investigated using the approach to 4D string dynamics previously proposed by the author. The physical states and the mass spectrum are constructed. The scale invariance of the theory results in the linear dependence of the squared mass μ² on the “spin” . Translated from Teoreticheskaya i Matematicheskaya Fizika. Vol. 115, No. 2, pp. 223–244 May. 1998.     

Extensions of Perron–Frobenius theory

The classical Perron–Frobenius theory asserts that, for two matrices $A$ and $B$ , if $0\le B \le A$ and $r(A)=r(B)$ with $A$ being irreducible, then $A=B$ . It has been extended to infinite-dimensional Banach lattices under certain additional conditions, including that $r(A)$ is a pole of the resolvent of $A$ . In this paper, we prove that the same result holds if $B$ is irreducible and $r(B)$ is a pole of the resolvent for $B$ . We also prove some other interesting extensions of the theorem for infinite-dimensional Banach lattices.     

Contributions to the theory of first‐exit times of some compound processes in queueing theory

We consider compound processes that are linear with constant slope between i.i.d. jumps at time points forming a renewal process. These processes are basic in queueing, dam and risk theory. For positive and for negative slope we derive the distribution of the first crossing time of a prespecified level. The related problem of busy periods of single‐server queueing systems is also studied. This revised version was published online in June 2006 with corrections to the Cover Date.     

Inverse theory of Schrödinger matrices

In this note we discuss the inverse spectral theory for Schrödinger matrices, in particular a conjecture of Gesztesy-Simon [1] on the number of distinct iso-spectral Schrödinger matrices. We consider 3 × 3 matrices and obtain counter examples to their conjecture.     

Trace of order (−1) for a string with singular weight

Mathematical Notes - The Sturm–Liouville problem on a finite closed interval with potential and weight of first order of singularity is studied. Estimates for the s-numbers and eigenvalues of...     

Exponential stability of an elastic string with local Kelvin–Voigt damping

This paper is devoted to analyzing an elastic string with local Kelvin–Voigt damping. We prove the exponential stability of the system when the material coefficient function near the interface is smooth enough. Our method is based on the frequency method and semigroup theory.     

Exponential stability of an elastic string with local Kelvin–Voigt damping

This paper is devoted to analyzing an elastic string with local Kelvin–Voigt damping. We prove the exponential stability of the system when the material coefficient function near the interface is smooth enough. Our method is based on the frequency method and semigroup theory.     

Modularity of Calabi-Yau varieties and conformal field theory

We study the modularity problem of Calabi-Yau varieties from the conformal field theo- retic point of view.We express the modular forms associated to all 1-dimensional Calabi-Yau orbifolds in terms of products of Dedekind eta functions,which is hoped to shed light on the modularity questions for higher dimensional Calabi-Yau varieties.     

More about empirical evaluation of formal theory†

The purpose of this discussion is to transform the implicit equilibrium assumption endemic to network analysis into an explicit instrument for such analysis. I propose a formal model that brings together Coleman's restriction of Walras’ general equilibrium model and recent developments in describing the “social topology” of a multiple network system of actors such that a class of relational equilibria is defined. The specific equilibrium expected in a system is a function of the previously existing stratification of actors in the system. Corresponding to multiple observed networks, the model generates multiple equilibrium networks. The structural analysis of the observed networks can therefore be repeated on the equilibrium networks so as to assess the extent to which the analysis would differ if the observed relations were actually in an equilibrium state. Numerical illustration is provided by an analysis of alternative relational equilibria in the system of elite experts in methodological and mathematical sociology as such a system existed in 1975.     

Representation theory of the vertex algebraW 1+∞

In our paper [KR] we began a systematic study of representations of the universal central extension of the Lie algebra of differential operators on the circle. This study was continued in the paper [FKRW] in the framework of vertex algebra theory. It was shown that the associated to simple vertex algebraW _1+∞,N with positive integral central chargeN is isomorphic to the classical vertex algebraW(gl _N), which led to a classification of modules overW _1+∞,N . In the present paper we study the remaing nontrivial case, that of a negative central charge-N. The basic tool is the decomposition ofN pairs of free charged bosons with respect togl _N and the commuting withgl _N Lie algebra of infinite matricesĝl. To Alexander Alexandrovich Kirillov on his 60-th birthday Supported in part by NSF grant DMS-9103792.     

Interpolation theory of anisotropic finite elements and applications

Interpolation theory is the foundation of finite element methods.In this paper,after reviewing some existed interpolation theorems of anisotropic finite element methods,we present a new way to analyse the interpolation error of anisotropic elements based on Newton's formula of polynomial interpolation as well as its applications.     

Extensions of Szegö's theory of orthogonal polynomials,II

Let {? _n (dμ)} be a system of orthonormal polynomials on the unit circle with respect to a measuredμ. Szegö's theory is concerned with the asymptotic behavior of? _n (dμ) when logμ'∈L ¹. In what follows we will discuss the asymptotic behavior of the ratio φ_n(dμ ₁)/φ_n(dμ ₂) off the unit circle in casedμ ₁ anddμ ₂ are close in a sense (e.g.,dμ ₂=g dμ ₁ whereg≥0 is such thatQ(e ^it )g(t) andQ(e ^it )/g(t) are bounded for a suitable polynomialQ) and μ ₁ ^′ >0 almost everywhere or (a somewhat weaker requirement) lim _n→∞Φ _n (dμ ₁,0)=0, for the monic polynomials Φ _n . The consequences for orthogonal polynomials on the real line are also discussed.     

Representation theory of the Yokonuma–Hecke algebra

We develop an inductive approach to the representation theory of the Yokonuma–Hecke algebra _Yd,n(q)${\mathrm{Y}}_{d,n}(q)$, based on the study of the spectrum of its Jucys–Murphy elements which are defined here. We give explicit formulas for the irreducible representations of _Yd,n(q)${\mathrm{Y}}_{d,n}(q)$ in terms of standard d  -tableaux; we then use them to obtain a semisimplicity criterion. Finally, we prove the existence of a canonical symmetrising form on _Yd,n(q)${\mathrm{Y}}_{d,n}(q)$ and calculate the Schur elements with respect to that form.     

From microscopic theory to macroscopic theory——symmetries and order parameters of rigid molecules

Density functional theory is used to describe the phase behaviors of rigid molecules. The construction of the kernel function is discussed. Excluded-volume potential is calculated for two types of molecules with C _2v symmetry. Molecular symmetries lead to the symmetries of the kernel function and the density function, enabling a reduction of configuration space. By approximating the kernel function with a polynomial, the system can be fully characterized by some moments corresponding to the form of the kernel function. The symmetries of the kernel function determine the form of the polynomial, while the coefficients are determined by the temperature and molecular parameters. The analysis of the impact of coefficients helps us to choose independent variables in the moments as order parameters. Combining the analysis and some simulation results, we propose a minimal set of order parameters for bent-core molecules.     

Goodisman's correction of the Thomas-Fermi-von Weizsäcker theory of atoms

Summary Following a suggestion of J. Goodisman, we substitute the therm by in the Thomas-Fermi-von Weizsäcker energy functional for atoms.f _z³ [0,1] is a function depending on the nuclear chargez.We establish conditions for the functionsf _z such that the ratio of this modified TFW-energyE _kz ^/TFWG (z) (kz is the total number of electrons) and the exact quantum mechanical energy converges to 1 asz. Moreover, we prove thatE _kz ^/TFWG (z)=E _kz ^/TFW (z)+Dz ²+o(z ²) (z) and determineD. Here,E _kz ^/TFW (z) is the unmodified TFW energy.

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Zusammenfassung Einem Vorschlag J. Goodismans folgend, ersetzen wir in dem Thomas-Fermi-von Weizsäcker Energiefunktional für Atome den Term durch .f _z³ [0,1] ist hierbei eine Funktion, die von der Kernladungszahlz abhängt.Wir geben dann Bedingungen für die Funktionenf _z an, unter denen der Quotient der so modifizierten TFW-energieE _kz ^/TFWG (z) (kz=Anzahl der Elektronen) und der exakten quantenmechanischen Energie fürz gegen 1 konvergiert. Darüber hinaus beweisen wir, daßE _kz ^/TFWG (z)=E _kz ^/TFW (z)+D·o(itz) ² (z) gilt und bestimmmenD. E _kz ^/TFW (z) ist hierbei die nicht-modifizierte TFW-Energie.