The isotope chemical shift of μ+ in HBr

The isotopic change of the magnetic shielding for a ⁺ in HBr is computed from first principles, using a cellular cluster multiple scattering method, for condensed matter, and for the free molecules.The isotope shift and the chemical shift in liquid Br₂ is evaluated with the obtained eigenfunctions and eigenvalues using Ramsey formalism. The computed isotope chemical shifts are comparable with the results of breskman and Kanofsky and of Williams and the solvent effect has the correct sign and order of magnitude.     

Anisotropic paramagnetic shift of μ−O in the highT c related materials LaSrCuO and LaCuO

The negative muon (^–) was used as a microscopic probe for the study of the electronic state at the oxygen site in highT _c related LaSrCuO materials. Using good single crystals, two types of signals are obtained corresponding to two different oxygen sites: one highly anisotropic, which shows a large (order of 1%) shift under the magnetic field inc-axis direction, the other less anisotropic and with a smaller amplitude (order of 0.2%). These results of ^–OSR show quit a difference with the result of¹⁷O-NMR, where the paramagnetic shift has axial symmetry along the Cu-O bond direction and a magnitude of the order of 0.2% and 0.05%.     

Investigation of the behaviour of the impurity atoms in Si by μ− SR-method

The dependence of the residual polarization of negative muons in p-type Si on temperature in the 4.2–270 K range has been investigated. Measurements were carried out in external magnetic field of 0.08 T transverse to the muon spin. The impurity concentration in the sample was 2 · 10¹³ cm^–3. Muon spin relaxation was observed at temperatures below 30 K. The relaxation rate atT=30 K is equal to 0.18±0.08s^–1. The relaxation rate grows with the decrease of temperature and at 4.2 K exceeds 30s^–1. The value of the residual polarization at zero timeP(t=0) is constant within the investigated temperature range.In the rangeT<30 K data on the relaxation rate are well described by the dependence =B·T^–q, whereq=2.75. Power dependence of may evidence the essential role of the phonon mechanism in the relaxation of the electron momentum of the acceptor center.The authors express their gratitude to V.B. Brudanin and I.A. Yutlandov for providing the sample, and to Yu.B. Gurov for advices.     

Angular distribution of gamma quanta in the capture of polarized μ−-mesons by atomic nuclei

The capture of a polarized ^–-meson from theK-orbit of a mesic atom is investigated for the case when the nucleus after ^–-capture is in an excited state and emits a -quantum of multipolarityL (any type). The angular distribution of circular polarized -quanta with respect to the direction of the polarization of the ^–-meson on theK-orbit is obtained for the case of allowed transitions (according to the Morita-Fujii classification).

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Seebeck-effect in the mixed state of Y−Ba−Cu−O

We report on measurements of the Seebeck-effect, the Nernst-effect, and the magnetoresistance in the mixed state of ac-axis oriented expitaxial film of Y–Ba–Cu–O. In contrast to conventional superconductors we find a large Seebeck-coefficientS, which is comparable in magnitude to the Nernst-effect. The broadening of the super-conducting transitions of magnetoresistance and Seebeck-effect are rather similar with respect to (1) the temperature dependence, (2) the dependence on the direction between magnetic field and crystal axis and (3) the dependence on the direction between magnetic field and driving forces. The large Seebeck-effect has to be attributed to dissipation due to normal quasiparticle-excitations, since the vortex-contribution to the Seebeck-effect is by far too small to account for the observed magnitude ofS. It is argued that such a quasiparticle contribution to the dissipation is large in the high-T _c superconductors because of the small coherence lengths and thus the small vortex cores. Another possibility is that granularity leads to dissipation proportional to the normal state transport properties. The Seebeck-voltage depends on all dissipative processes other than vortex motion, whereas the Nernst-effect depends only on the vortex motion. Therefore by measurements of thermomagnetic effects the various dissipative properties may be separated.     

Investigation of the GdMn2O5 multiferroic by the μSR method

The GdMn₂O₅ multiferroic (a ceramic sample and a sample consisting of a large array of randomly oriented single crystals with linear dimensions 2–3 mm) has been studied by the μSR method within the temperature range 10–300 K. Three anomalies in the temperature behavior of the parameters of the muon polarization relaxation function, namely, close to the phase transition driven by the onset of long-range magnetic order in the manganese ion subsystem (T _N1 = 40–41 K), near the lock-in transition initiated by an abrupt change of the wave vector of magnetic order (T _L = 35 K), and close to the Gd³⁺ ion ordering temperature (T _N2 = 15 K), have been found. An analysis of the time spectra of muon spin precession in the internal magnetic field of the samples has revealed two positions of preferable muon localization sites in samples, which differ in precession frequencies and the character of their behavior with temperature. The lower-frequency precession driven by Mn⁴⁺ ions, ferromagnetic Mn4⁺-Mn⁴⁺ + muonium complexes, and Gd³⁺ions is observed throughout the temperature region T < T _N1 and is practically independent of temperature. At temperatures T < T _L = 35 K, a higher-frequency precession associated with Mn³⁺ ions appears also. It is characterized by a temperature dependence ～(T/T _N1)^β with the index β = 0.39, which is typical of Heisenberg-type 3D magnets. For T < T _N1, a deficiency of the rest total asymmetry is observed. This phenomenon can probably be assigned to formation of muonium, which suggests that charge transfer processes play an important role in formation of long-range magnetic order.     

Measurement of the forward-backward asymmetry of μ+μ− pairs in CMS

The measurement of the forward-backward asymmetry A _FB and the effective weak mixing angle with the Drell-Yan process at the LHC is presented. The samples of 2011 collected by the CMS experiment at the LHC, corresponding to an integrated luminosity of 5 fb^?1 and 1.1 fb^?1, were used. The results are consistent with the standard model expectations.     

Producing μ−d and μ−t in vacuum

After the feasibility of vacuum isolated ^–d production was demonstrated at TRIUMF in 1989, development was begun on a target system that would take advantage of the process to aid in the understanding of the muon catalyzed fusion cycle. Minimal neutron backgrounds, the ability to use silicon detectors, and compatibility with tritium were considered important for a very versatile target system. The advantages which the target gives in isolating CF process will be outlined.     

Determination of the dielectric constant of YBa2Cu3O7−δ single crystals in the 10 μm spectral range by SEW phase spectroscopy

Phase spectroscopy of surface electromagnetic waves was used to determine the complex dielectric constant of YBa₂Cu₃O_7−δ single crystals in the spectral range 930–1090 cm⁻¹. The value obtained (ε=−45+90i) permits one to determine, in the case when the Drude model is valid, the plasma frequency (∼15000 cm⁻¹) and the collisional frequency of free carriers (∼2000 cm⁻¹). The plasma edge in the reflection spectrum is observed at higher frequencies (∼25000 cm⁻¹). Possible reasons for the discrepancy are discussed.     

Hamilton–Jacobi equation,reaction action surface and the emergence of the force concept in chemical reaction dynamics

A combination of Hamilton–Jacobi equation and fast marching algorithm can be used to study reaction dynamics by converting the potential energy surface to a reaction action surface. The reaction action surface has been found to be an important tool in theoretical chemistry, allowing us to provide a different force-based perspective of chemical reactions. Several properties such as reaction force, reaction force surface, reaction path force and reaction path force constant have been defined and calculated by using the reaction action surface. This paper investigates these newly defined properties in order to understand the role they play in chemical reaction with reference to a model 4-well potential energy surface.     

The directionality of the sound generated by laser-induced liquid breakdown in water The directionality of the sound generated by laser-induced liquid breakdown in water

The directionality of the sound generated by laser-induced liq-uid breakdown in water is investigated both theoretically and experimen-tally.The theoretical analysis is based on the following model.A seriesof small spherical cavities including plasma are homogeneously distributedon a short straight line segment and every such cavity may be consideredas a point source radiating acoustic impulse.Theoretical expressions ofthe relations between the amplitude and width of acoustic impulse and thereceiving direction are given.Experimental results are in agreement withtheoretical predictions.     

Atomic volume dependence of the153Eu isomer shift in ScxY1−x

Mössbauer studies of dilute¹⁵³Eu in Sm_0.05Sc _x Y_0.95–x (0x0.95) reveal large changes in the isomer shift as a function ofx. The strong dependence of the isomer shift on alloy composition, is interpreted in terms of changes in the charge density at the Eu nucleus ((0)), which result from changes in atomic volume. The isomer shift was found to depend linearly on V/V (V/V changes between 0 and –0.3). A value of (–17.5±2.0)a ₀ ^–3 was obtained for d(0)/d lnV.This research was supported by a grant from the United States—Israel Binational Science Foundation (BSF), Jerusalem, Israel.     

Paramagnetic shift of μ+ in MnO and its time dependence

Conclusion The paramagnetic shift K of ⁺ in MnO is measured from 140K to 420K. K is negative at 14OK, increases rapidly with increasing temperature, but does not show a linear relation to the susceptibility . At T = 170K and 230K, the value of K depends greatly on the fitting time-range of the spectrum. These features are explained by a site change of ⁺ caused by its diffusion and trapping in the crystal.     

Internal equatorial water waves in the f −plane

In this paper we describe an exact, and explicit, three-dimensional nonlinear solution for geophysical internal ocean waves in the Equatorial region which incorporates a transverse-Equatorial meridional current.     

Tunable growth of (GaxIn1−x)2O3 nanowires by water vapor

The tunable growth of In-doped Ga₂O₃ (Ga₂O₃:In) and Ga-doped In₂O₃ (In₂O₃:Ga) nanowires (NWs) on Au-coated Si substrates was achieved by modulating the amount of water vapor in flowing Ar at 700–750 °C via carbothermal reduction of Ga₂O₃/In₂O₃ powders with a fixed weight ratio. In Ar, only the Ga₂O₃:In NWs were grown, while in wet Ar the In₂O₃:Ga NWs were synthesized instead. The Ga concentration in In₂O₃ NWs decreased with the increment of water vapor in flowing Ar. The growth of both Ga₂O₃:In and In₂O₃:Ga NWs followed the vapor–liquid–solid process. The In and Ga doping induced a redshift and a blueshift in the optical bandgaps of Ga₂O₃ NWs and In₂O₃ NWs, respectively. The growth mechanisms and optical properties of Ga₂O₃:In and In₂O₃:Ga NWs were discussed.     

A reassessment of chemical diffusivity in TiO2−x

Chemical diffusivity has been measured in rutile single crystals, at 1100°C and perpendicularly to the c-axis. Reequilibration kinetics are considerably slowed down by a surface reaction in CO/CO₂ mixtures while this effect vanishes in pure oxygen atmospheres. The chemical diffusion coefficient D̃ was found to be nearly independent of x in TiO_2−x.     

Formation of MgO nanorods in the reaction zone of a Mg–CuO powder mixture by in-situ reaction

We report the in-situ formation of MgO nanorods during sintering of a Mg–20?wt%?CuO powder mixture at 450°C. After sintering, we identified three regions with distinct microstructures in the reaction zone between the Mg grain and the newly formed Cu grain. Region I contained MgO nanorods and Cu nanoparticles, region II was composed of MgO nanorods, while larger nanometre-sized MgO crystals were found in region III. The MgO nanorods were single crystals with a diameter of about 20?nm and a length of about 100?nm. The growth of these nanorods was controlled by the vapour–solid mechanism. The progressive change in morphology of the MgO phase had induced a hardness gradient across the reaction zone. As a result, the interfacial bonding between the major phases in the sintered product was enhanced.     

Vibrational and electronic states of N2O− by photoelectron spectroscopy. Dissociation processes in N2O−

The ionization of N₂O by resonance light from rare gases has been investigated by photoelectron spectroscopy. Six different electronic levels have been observed below 21.21 eV, two of them hitherto unreported; their origin is discussed. Vibrational structure was obtained for four levels. Implications concerning the possible dissociation mechanisms of N₂O⁺ are considered with the help of the correlation rules.     

A study of the α-transfer reaction in the 16O + 16O system at near-barrier energies

Excitation functions and angular distributions have been measured at energies near the Coulomb barrier for the elastic scattering of ¹⁶O from ¹⁶O and for the (¹⁶O, ¹²C) α-transfer reaction to the ground state and first excited state of ²⁰Ne. No evidence for (quasi-molecular) resonances was found in the transfer excitation functions. Exact-finite-range DWBA calculations were performed employing double-folded real and Woods-Saxon optical potentials for the distorted waves. The α-transfer reaction was found to be sensitive to the choice of the optical potential and generally better fits were obtained with the folded potentials.     

Kinetics of the alignment of O2− centers in stressed alkali halide crystals

A theory of the kinetic properties of the O₂^- center has been developed. The standard perturbation theory is used for the calculation of the orientation and reorientation times. The processes which involve the tunneling of the center, accompanied by the absorption or emission of one and two phonons are considered. The calculated stress and temperature dependence of the relaxation times is in a good agreement with the experimental data. Some estimates of the height of the potential barriers between equilibrium orientations of the center are obtained.