Synchronisation in networks of delay-coupled type-I excitable systems

We use a generic model for type-I excitability (known as the SNIPER or SNIC model) to describe the local dynamics of nodes within a network in the presence of non-zero coupling delays. Utilising the method of the Master Stability Function, we investigate the stability of the zero-lag synchronised dynamics of the network nodes and its dependence on the two coupling parameters, namely the coupling strength and delay time. Unlike in the FitzHugh-Nagumo model (a model for type-II excitability), there are parameter ranges where the stability of synchronisation depends on the coupling strength and delay time. One important implication of these results is that there exist complex networks for which the adding of inhibitory links in a small-world fashion may not only lead to a loss of stable synchronisation, but may also restabilise synchronisation or introduce multiple transitions between synchronisation and desynchronisation. To underline the scope of our results, we show using the Stuart-Landau model that such multiple transitions do not only occur in excitable systems, but also in oscillatory ones.     

Self-assembly of cyclic homo- and hetero-beta-peptides with cis- furanoid sugar amino acid and beta-hGly as building blocks

The design, synthesis and characterization of a new class of peptide nanotubes, self-assembled from cyclic homo- and hetero-beta-peptides based on cis-furanoid sugar amino acid and beta-hGly residues are described; these results represent the expansion of the conformational pool of cis beta-sugar amino acids in the design of peptide nanotubes.     

Thermoluminescence study,including the effect of heating rate,and chemical characterization of Amarnath stone collected from Amarnath Holy Cave

This paper reports TL glow curve analysis and evaluation of kinetic parameter for Amarnath stone collected from Amarnath Holy Cave. TL was recorded with different heating rates (3.3, 4, 6.7, 8, and 10 ° s^?1). The samples gave good TL peaks at 310, 314, 308, 323, and 327 °C for the different heating rates. The corresponding activation energy (E) values were calculated. The peaks were indicative of second-order kinetics. Samples were characterized by XRD analysis. Inductively coupled plasma activated emission spectroscopic (ICP–AES) analysis was performed to determine percentages of elements in the natural mineral. Results from ICP–AES and XRF (X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy) studies were compared.     

Review of the synthesis,characterization, and properties of LaAlO3 phosphors

In this review different methods of preparing lanthanum aluminate (LaAlO₃) phosphors are discussed. The molten salt method, the combustion method, the sucrose method, and the coprecipitation technique are the best methods for preparing LaAlO₃ phosphors with small particle size and high surface area by low-temperature synthesis. LaAlO₃ usually has a rhombohedral structure. It has good dielectric properties and, hence, is regarded as an attractive alternative to SiO₂ in microelectronic devices. LaAlO₃ phosphors have excellent chemical and thermal stability, mechanical durability, and exploitable optical and electronic properties, leading to a wide range of potential applications. LaAlO₃ phosphors doped with rare-earth ions have luminescence properties and can, hence, be used in optical display systems.     

New Effective Synthetic Method for Preparation of N,N-Dichlorocarbamates

A rapid, efficient, economical, and easy-to-scale method for the effective conversion of carbamates to corresponding N,N-dichlorocarbamates by using sodium hypochlorite in acidic medium has been described. N,N-Dichlorocarbamates were obtained in quantitative yield through a simple workup in reduced reaction time.

Thermoluminescence and chemical characterization of natural calcite collected from Kodwa mines

This paper reports the thermoluminescence (TL) and chemical characterization of natural calcite collected from Kodwa mines of the C.G. Basin. The sample was irradiated with a 10-Gy dose from an Sr-90 beta source. The heating rate used for TL measurements was 6.7 °/s. The sample had a good TL peak at approximately 127 °C and the corresponding kinetic parameter were calculated. The effect of annealing temperature is also described for natural calcite. The photoluminescence excitation spectrum at ~254 nm and the corresponding emission spectrum peak at 395 nm are reported. Inductively coupled plasma–activated emission spectroscopy (ICP–AES) was conducted to determine the percentages of elements in the calcite mineral.     

Effect of sodium substitution on superconductivity in Bi-based (2212) system

Samples with the nominal composition Bi₂Sr₂Ca_1−xNa_xCu₂O_y (if with X = 0.05, 0.2, 0.4 and 0.5) were prepared by the solid state reaction method. The role of Na and the effect of various heat treatments in the 2212 composition were studied. From the X-ray diffraction data it is found that the samples annealed for longer duration have shown a single phase 2212. From the DC four-probe resistivity data, it was found that the T_c (zero) varies from 79 to 89 K. It is believed that doping with an alkali element would reduce the oxygen content due to monovalency and gives an effect similar to that during heat treatment under low oxygen pressure or quenching. The presence of sodium in the samples was confirmed by electron probe microanalysis.     

Mass distribution in the bremsstrahlung-induced fission of Th,U and Pu

The yields of various fission products in the 10 MeV bremsstrahlung-induced fission of ²³²Th, ²³⁸U and ²⁴⁰Pu were determined using a recoil catcher and off-line γ-ray spectrometric techniques. From the yield data, mass yield distributions were obtained using charge distribution corrections. The higher yields of fission products around mass numbers 133–135, 138–140, 143–145 and their complementary products in the neutron and bremsstrahlung-induced fission of ²³²Th, ²³⁸U and ²⁴⁰Pu were interpreted based on nuclear structure effects. From the mass yield distribution, the peak-to-valley (P/V$P/V$) ratio was also obtained for the above fissioning systems. The present data, along with data from the literature on different bremsstrahlung- and mono-energetic neutron-induced fissions of ²³²Th and ²³⁸U are interpreted to examine the influence of excitation energy on the peak to valley ratio. For the same compound nucleus ²⁴⁰Pu^?, the data in the 10–30 MeV bremsstrahlung-induced fission of ²⁴⁰Pu were compared with similar data of thermal to 14 MeV neutron-induced fission of ²³⁹Pu and the spontaneous fission of ²⁴⁰Pu to examine the role of excitation energy due to bremsstrahlung radiation and mono-energetic neutrons.     

INTERFACIAL WAVES WITH CONDENSATION OF A VAPOR FLOWING INSIDE A HORIZONTAL,RECTANGULAR DUCT

Interfacial waves on condensate films inside ducts increase heat transfer rates and lead to changes inflow regimes. We report the results of an experimental study of interfacial waves with condensation of a vapor on the cooled bottom surface of horizontal duct and with air-glycerine-water mixture flow in an identical duct. R-I13 and FC-72 (developed by the 3M Company) were used in the condensation experiments. Wavy flow patterns with two- and three-dimensional waves were observed. Interfacial waves with condensation appeared when the vapor velocity was in the range 1.24-1.56 m/sfor R-I13 and 0.81-1.13 m/sfor FC-72, corresponding to vapor Reynolds numbers in the range 20,000-30,000—the value depends on the difference in the temperatures of the condensing surface and saturated vapor. The ratio of the distance from the leading edge (at which the waves appeared) to the liquid film thickness was found to be a Junction of the liquid Reynolds number. Condensation stabilizes the interface. None of the several available criteria for the incipience of the waves was found to be satisfactory. A modification to the criterion employed by Jensen and Yuen ill is suggested. Other details such as wave speed and wave separation distance are included.