Pub Date : 2025-12-26DOI: 10.1016/j.physo.2025.100364
Matthew C. Allaby
We present a unified geometric framework in which spiral compactification with torsion and monodromy locking defines a minimal invariant structure governing spectra, interactions, and stability in a five dimensional Kaluza–Klein type setting. The construction introduces a compact spiral dimension endowed with intrinsic torsion, where monodromy fixes allowed winding modes and removes ambiguities associated with conventional compactification schemes. A central result is the identification of a minimal invariant, , which uniquely determines admissible field configurations, vertical mode spectra, and coupling structure across gravitational and gauge sectors.
Unlike standard approaches that rely on additional symmetry assumptions or external stabilization mechanisms, the present framework derives spectral discreteness and mode selection directly from geometric and topological constraints. We show that torsion and monodromy locking lead to robust quantization conditions, suppress pathological zero modes, and yield a constrained but flexible parameter space compatible with known four dimensional physics. To illustrate the formalism, we provide representative examples and limiting cases that connect the theory to familiar Kaluza–Klein models, as well as to torsion driven phenomena in cosmology and condensed matter systems.
These results establish a mathematically rigorous yet physically motivated foundation for unification based on spiral geometry. The framework is falsifiable in principle through its predicted mode structure and torsion induced spectral features, offering clear pathways toward phenomenological investigation in high energy physics, cosmology, and analog systems.
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This study aimed to perform a physics-driven comparison of volumetric modulated arc therapy (VMAT) and intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) for brain cancers by integrating quantitative dosimetric indices derived from Monte Carlo–based dose calculation and radiobiological modeling. Plans prescribed at 50 Gy and 60 Gy were evaluated to investigate both physical dose distribution characteristics and predicted biological outcomes.
Materials and methods
Eighty-four computed tomography (CT) datasets of brain cancer patients (mean age, 51.9 ± 12.8 years) were used for treatment planning. IMRT plans were generated using 7–9 non-coplanar fields, while VMAT plans employed a single full clockwise arc. Dose calculations were performed using a Monte Carlo algorithm within the treatment planning system to ensure accurate modeling of dose deposition in heterogeneous intracranial tissues. Quantitative dosimetric parameters, including minimum, mean, maximum doses and dose–volume metrics, were extracted. Conformity index (CI) and homogeneity index (HI) were calculated to assess plan quality from a physics standpoint. For radiobiological evaluation, dose–volume histograms (DVHs) were exported to Biosuit software to compute tumor control probability (TCP) using Niemierko's EUD-based model and normal tissue complication probability (NTCP) for organs at risk (OARs) using the Lyman–Kutcher–Burman (LKB) model.
Results
VMAT demonstrated significantly shorter delivery times compared with IMRT (7.52 ± 0.60 vs. 11.20 ± 1.14 min; P = 0.012) and required fewer monitor units per fraction, reflecting higher delivery efficiency. Quantitative dosimetric analysis revealed significant differences in Dmin, D2 %, HI (0.12 ± 0.07 for VMAT vs. 0.14 ± 0.08 for IMRT; P = 0.01), and CI (0.76 ± 0.05 for VMAT vs. 0.72 ± 0.05 for IMRT; P < 0.001), indicating improved dose conformity and homogeneity with VMAT. Radiobiological modeling showed higher TCP for VMAT (0.83 ± 0.07 vs. 0.80 ± 0.06; P = 0.04) and generally lower NTCP and EUD values for several OARs, although most NTCP differences were not statistically significant. Lower prescription dose (50 Gy) resulted in reduced OAR doses and NTCP values compared with 60 Gy.
Conclusion
From a medical physics perspective, VMAT provides superior dosimetric performance and delivery efficiency compared with IMRT, while Monte Carlo–based dose calculation and radiobiological modeling suggest modest improvements in predicted tumor control and normal tissue sparing. The integration of advanced dose calculation algorithms with TCP/NTCP analysis enhances understanding of the physical–biological interplay in intracranial radiotherapy planning.
目的本研究旨在通过整合基于蒙特卡洛剂量计算和放射生物学模型得出的定量剂量学指标,对体积调制电弧治疗(VMAT)和调强放疗(IMRT)治疗脑癌进行物理驱动的比较。评估了50gy和60gy的剂量计划,以研究物理剂量分布特征和预测的生物学结果。材料与方法采用84例脑癌患者(平均年龄51.9±12.8岁)的CT数据集制定治疗方案。IMRT计划使用7-9个非共面场生成,而VMAT计划使用单个完整的顺时针弧。在治疗计划系统中使用蒙特卡罗算法进行剂量计算,以确保对异质性颅内组织中的剂量沉积进行准确建模。提取定量剂量学参数,包括最小、平均、最大剂量和剂量-体积指标。计算一致性指数(CI)和均匀性指数(HI),从物理角度评估计划质量。放射生物学评估,将剂量-体积直方图(DVHs)输出到Biosuit软件,使用Niemierko基于eud的模型计算肿瘤控制概率(TCP),使用Lyman-Kutcher-Burman (LKB)模型计算危险器官(OARs)的正常组织并发症概率(NTCP)。结果vmat与IMRT相比递送时间明显缩短(7.52±0.60 vs 11.20±1.14 min; P = 0.012),每分数所需的监护单位更少,反映出更高的递送效率。定量剂量学分析显示,Dmin、D2 %、HI (VMAT组0.12±0.07,IMRT组0.14±0.08,P = 0.01)和CI (VMAT组0.76±0.05,IMRT组0.72±0.05,P < 0.001)差异有统计学意义,表明VMAT的剂量一致性和均匀性得到改善。放射生物学模型显示VMAT的TCP较高(0.83±0.07 vs. 0.80±0.06;P = 0.04),几种桨的NTCP和EUD值普遍较低,尽管大多数NTCP差异无统计学意义。与60 Gy相比,较低的处方剂量(50 Gy)导致OAR剂量和NTCP值降低。结论从医学物理学的角度来看,VMAT与IMRT相比具有更好的剂量学性能和递送效率,而基于蒙特卡罗的剂量计算和放射生物学模型表明,VMAT在预测肿瘤控制和正常组织保留方面有适度的改善。将先进的剂量计算算法与TCP/NTCP分析相结合,增强了对颅内放疗计划中物理-生物相互作用的理解。
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Pub Date : 2025-12-20DOI: 10.1016/j.physo.2025.100359
Muhammad Shoaib Arif , Yasir Nawaz , Kamaleldin Abodayeh
This paper demonstrates a computational process in simulating the unsteady radiative mixed convective flow of a Carreau-Yasuda nanofluid by a porous material, when subjected to a magnetic field. Fractal time derivatives are used to model an approach that captures the memory-dependent behaviour of complex transport phenomena. A novel three-stage explicit time integration scheme is developed, delivering third-order temporal accuracy tailored to fractal-time partial differential equations. For spatial discretization, a compact sixth-order scheme is used to improve numerical precision in the interior domain. The proposed framework incorporates thermal and solutal buoyancy effects, nonlinear rheology, Brownian motion, thermophoresis, and contributions from a heat source. It also accounts for the influence of oscillatory boundary conditions and Darcy-Forchheimer drag within porous structures. Rigorous stability and convergence analyses confirm the robustness of the scheme. Quantitative comparisons reveal that at a time step of , the proposed scheme achieves an error of and consumes approximately 97.62 s, while the second-order scheme reaches an error of with a runtime of 173.82 s under the same compact discretization, highlighting both its efficiency and stability. Numerical experiments demonstrate that the method outperforms existing first- and second-order schemes in both accuracy and computational efficiency. Furthermore, a velocity reduction of over observed when increasing the power-law index from 0.6 to 1.2, highlighting enhanced shear-thinning behaviour. The proposed methodology not only ensures numerical stability under fine discretization but also demonstrates robustness in capturing complex flow behaviour in porous, radiatively influenced environments. This fractal-based computational framework offers a valuable tool for simulating non-Newtonian nanofluid systems in emerging thermal technologies. Fractal time derivatives effectively capture memory-dependent, scale-invariant transport phenomena, offering computational advantages and localised accuracy over traditional fractional operators.
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Pub Date : 2025-12-19DOI: 10.1016/j.physo.2025.100361
Charles C. Ajaero , Christian N. Madu , Chukwuebuka C. Okafor , Valentine E. Nnadi , Festus A. Otunomo
Much focus has not been paid to mapping of radionuclides in sedimentary formation in Nigeria. Thus, the relevance of this study which measured (mapped) the activity levels of radionuclides in the soils of Anambra State, Nigeria. Anambra State underlain by a younger sedimentary formation was chosen, as radionuclides levels in soils of older, consolidated sedimentary rocks and Basement complex rocks in Nigeria have been studied. The study measured radionuclides in soils of a predominantly sedimentary geologic formations much under-studied in Nigeria, and assessed how seasonal changes influences natural radionuclides levels in soil. The study was conducted for the dry and wet seasons of 2022. The study area, Anambra, was stratified into two geological formations, and twenty sampling points used. The major study objective is to determine the activity level of the radionuclides (U-238, Th-232, K-40, Ra-226) in the soil and; determine whether there is variation between the seasons (dry and wet). Our results show that there were variations in the levels of radionuclides (U-238, Th-232, K-40, Ra-226) between the dry and wet seasons based on the geologic formation. The levels of the radionuclides are generally higher in dry season than the wet season (U-238, Th-232, K-40, Ra-226). This was attributed to lack of moisture, which dampens gamma radiation. The study also showed that the levels of U-238 and Th-232 were significantly higher than their respective UNSCEAR (2000) population weighted averages in Ayamelum (Imo Shale), while they were significantly lower in the other locations- Orumba North (Imo Shale), Anambra East and Aguata (Nanka Shale). The levels of Ra-226 levels were significantly higher than UNSCEAR (2000) population weighted averages in all the locations. However, the levels of K-40 in all the locations were significantly lower than the population weighted averages. The study results also showed that statistically, the levels of U-238, Th-232 and Ra-226 in the soils varied between the two seasons (wet and dry). However, there was no statistically significant difference in the level of K-40 between the two seasons. The result finding therefore implies that season influences the levels of U-238, Th-232 and Ra-226 in the soils. Environmental factors may also be influencing the significant variations in radionuclides levels (U-238 and Th-232) in soils at different locations of the study area underlain by the same geologic formation.
对尼日利亚沉积地层中的放射性核素作图没有给予太多的关注。因此,这项研究测量(绘制)了尼日利亚阿南布拉州土壤中放射性核素的活动水平。之所以选择位于较年轻沉积地层之下的阿南布拉州,是因为研究了尼日利亚较老的固结沉积岩和基底复杂岩石土壤中的放射性核素水平。该研究测量了尼日利亚主要沉积地质构造土壤中的放射性核素,并评估了季节变化如何影响土壤中的天然放射性核素水平。这项研究是在2022年旱季和雨季进行的。研究区阿南布拉(Anambra)被划分为两个地质构造,使用了20个采样点。主要的研究目标是确定土壤中放射性核素(U-238、Th-232、K-40、Ra-226)的活动水平;确定季节(干季和湿季)之间是否有变化。结果表明,根据地质构造,旱季和雨季放射性核素(U-238、Th-232、K-40、Ra-226)水平存在差异。旱季的放射性核素含量通常高于雨季(U-238、Th-232、K-40、Ra-226)。这是由于缺乏水分,而水分会抑制伽马射线。该研究还表明,在Ayamelum (Imo页岩),U-238和Th-232的水平明显高于各自的UNSCEAR(2000)人口加权平均值,而在其他地点- Orumba North (Imo页岩),Anambra East和Aguata (Nanka页岩),U-238和Th-232的水平明显较低。所有地点的Ra-226水平明显高于联合国科委会(2000年)人口加权平均水平。但各地点的K-40水平均显著低于种群加权平均值。研究结果还表明,在统计上,土壤中U-238、Th-232和Ra-226的含量在两个季节(湿季和旱季)之间存在差异。但两季间K-40含量差异无统计学意义。结果表明,季节影响土壤中U-238、Th-232和Ra-226的含量。环境因素也可能影响同一地质构造下研究区不同地点土壤中放射性核素(U-238和Th-232)水平的显著差异。
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Pub Date : 2025-12-18DOI: 10.1016/j.physo.2025.100360
Kaniba Mady Keita , Younouss Hamèye Dicko
In this manuscript, we demonstrate, using several regression techniques, that the remaining independent Hodge numbers of complete intersection Calabi–Yau four-folds and five-folds can be machine learned from and . Consequently, we combine the Hodge numbers and from the complete intersection Calabi-Yau three-folds, four-folds, and five-folds into a single dataset. We then implement various classification algorithms on this dataset. For example, Gaussian process and naive Bayes classifiers both achieve 100% accuracy in binary classification between three-folds and four-folds. Using the Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm, a special corner is identified in the Calabi–Yau four-fold landscape (characterized by and ) during multiclass classification. Furthermore, the highest accuracy 1.00000, in classifying Calabi–Yau three-folds, four-folds, and five-folds is obtained using the naive Bayes classifier.
{"title":"Machine learning Calabi–Yau three-folds, four-folds, and five-folds","authors":"Kaniba Mady Keita , Younouss Hamèye Dicko","doi":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100360","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100360","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this manuscript, we demonstrate, using several regression techniques, that the remaining independent Hodge numbers of complete intersection Calabi–Yau four-folds and five-folds can be machine learned from <span><math><msup><mrow><mi>h</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>1</mn><mo>,</mo><mn>1</mn></mrow></msup></math></span> and <span><math><msup><mrow><mi>h</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>2</mn><mo>,</mo><mn>1</mn></mrow></msup></math></span>. Consequently, we combine the Hodge numbers <span><math><msup><mrow><mi>h</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>1</mn><mo>,</mo><mn>1</mn></mrow></msup></math></span> and <span><math><msup><mrow><mi>h</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>2</mn><mo>,</mo><mn>1</mn></mrow></msup></math></span> from the complete intersection Calabi-Yau three-folds, four-folds, and five-folds into a single dataset. We then implement various classification algorithms on this dataset. For example, Gaussian process and naive Bayes classifiers both achieve 100% accuracy in binary classification between three-folds and four-folds. Using the Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm, a special corner is identified in the Calabi–Yau four-fold landscape (characterized by <span><math><mrow><mn>15</mn><mo>≤</mo><msup><mrow><mi>h</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>1</mn><mo>,</mo><mn>1</mn></mrow></msup><mo>≤</mo><mn>30</mn></mrow></math></span> and <span><math><mrow><mn>95</mn><mo>≤</mo><msup><mrow><mi>h</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>2</mn><mo>,</mo><mn>1</mn></mrow></msup><mo>≤</mo><mn>100</mn></mrow></math></span>) during multiclass classification. Furthermore, the highest accuracy 1.00000, in classifying Calabi–Yau three-folds, four-folds, and five-folds is obtained using the naive Bayes classifier.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36067,"journal":{"name":"Physics Open","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 100360"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145797376","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-16DOI: 10.1016/j.physo.2025.100355
Ravneet Kaur , Geeta Arora , Homan Emadifar
In this work, a sixth-order compact finite difference method (CFDM6) is investigated to obtain the numerical solution of Benjamin–Bona–Mahony–Burgers equation (BBMBE). The compact finite-difference technique is used to approximate spatial derivatives at internal points and at the additional nodes. The time derivative is analyzed by a strong stability-preserving Runge–Kutta method of four stages and third order. The stability analysis of the proposed method is conducted to validate its stability. To validate the effectiveness and precision of the proposed method, the error norms and are calculated for different illustrations. The analytical and numerical solutions from the literature are compared and presented in tables and graphs. The comparison shows that the computed values, are in good agreement, with the exact solution. This justifies the proficiency, precision, and computational implementation of the proposed method.
{"title":"Numerical treatment of Benjamin–Bona–Mahony–Burgers equation via integration of compact finite difference method with SSP-RK","authors":"Ravneet Kaur , Geeta Arora , Homan Emadifar","doi":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100355","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100355","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this work, a sixth-order compact finite difference method (CFDM6) is investigated to obtain the numerical solution of Benjamin–Bona–Mahony–Burgers equation (BBMBE). The compact finite-difference technique is used to approximate spatial derivatives at internal points and at the additional nodes. The time derivative is analyzed by a strong stability-preserving Runge–Kutta method of four stages and third order. The stability analysis of the proposed method is conducted to validate its stability. To validate the effectiveness and precision of the proposed method, the error norms <span><math><msub><mrow><mi>L</mi></mrow><mrow><mn>2</mn></mrow></msub></math></span> and <span><math><msub><mrow><mi>L</mi></mrow><mrow><mi>∞</mi></mrow></msub></math></span> are calculated for different illustrations. The analytical and numerical solutions from the literature are compared and presented in tables and graphs. The comparison shows that the computed values, are in good agreement, with the exact solution. This justifies the proficiency, precision, and computational implementation of the proposed method.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36067,"journal":{"name":"Physics Open","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 100355"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145938852","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Crystalline Sm2Ni2O5 nanoparticles (SNONPs) were synthesized via Co-precipitation and Sol-gel methods to examine how synthesis influences structural, morphological, thermodynamic, and magnetic properties. XRD confirmed both samples crystallized into an orthorhombic Ima2 structure after annealing at 800 °C for 6 h. SEM showed compact, smooth particles for Co-precipitated samples and brittle, fragmented ones for Sol-gel samples. EDS verified all expected elements with slight oxygen variation. Specific heat (0–300 K, 0.5 T) revealed distinct phase transitions: a 6 K anomaly indicating spin freezing in the Sm3+–O–Sm3+ framework; antiferromagnetic (AFM) ordering at TN = 9 K from Ni2+–O–Ni2+ interactions; and a ferromagnetic (FM) transition at TC = 43.6 K associated with Ni2+–O–Ni3+ sublattices. Above TC, a paramagnetic (PM) phase emerged. The synthesis methods significantly affect crystallinity, governing magnetic and thermodynamic activities emphasizing SNONPs promise for spintronic and low-temperature magnetic applications.
{"title":"Structural, morphological, thermodynamic, and magnetic properties of Sm2Ni2O5: influence of co-precipitation vs sol-gel synthesis","authors":"Khethiwe Cele , Sibusiso Nqayi , Reddy Leelakrishna , Buyisiwe Sondezi","doi":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100358","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100358","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Crystalline Sm<sub>2</sub>Ni<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub> nanoparticles (SNONPs) were synthesized via Co-precipitation and Sol-gel methods to examine how synthesis influences structural, morphological, thermodynamic, and magnetic properties. XRD confirmed both samples crystallized into an orthorhombic <em>Ima</em>2 structure after annealing at 800 °C for 6 h. SEM showed compact, smooth particles for Co-precipitated samples and brittle, fragmented ones for Sol-gel samples. EDS verified all expected elements with slight oxygen variation. Specific heat (0–300 K, 0.5 T) revealed distinct phase transitions: a 6 K anomaly indicating spin freezing in the Sm<sup>3+</sup>–O–Sm<sup>3+</sup> framework; antiferromagnetic (AFM) ordering at T<sub>N</sub> = 9 K from Ni<sup>2+</sup>–O–Ni<sup>2+</sup> interactions; and a ferromagnetic (FM) transition at T<sub>C</sub> = 43.6 K associated with Ni<sup>2+</sup>–O–Ni<sup>3+</sup> sublattices. Above T<sub>C</sub>, a paramagnetic (PM) phase emerged. The synthesis methods significantly affect crystallinity, governing magnetic and thermodynamic activities emphasizing SNONPs promise for spintronic and low-temperature magnetic applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36067,"journal":{"name":"Physics Open","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 100358"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145797374","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Terahertz (THz) wave generation through periodic poled lithium niobate (PPLN) has gained significant attention due to its potential applications in spectroscopy, imaging, communication, and security screening. Among various nonlinear optical materials, lithium niobate (LiNbO3) has emerged as a promising medium for efficient THz generation due to strong nonlinear optical properties and wide transparency range. However, achieving efficient energy conversion requires effective phase matching to overcome phase velocity mismatch between the pump and the generated THz waves. Several phase-matching schemes have been explored to optimize THz generation. This review comprehensively discusses these schemes, analyzing their theoretical principles, experimental implementations, and practical applications. A comparative analyze is also provided to highlight the advantages and limitations of each approach. The presented literature aims to guide researchers in selecting appropriate phase-matching configurations for THz generation.
{"title":"Different phase matching schemes of terahertz wave generation using periodic poled lithium niobate for real-world applications","authors":"Ugrasen Singh , Abhinav Kumar , Prashant Povel Dwivedi , Ajay Mishra , Nimish Dixit","doi":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100357","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100357","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Terahertz (THz) wave generation through periodic poled lithium niobate (PPLN) has gained significant attention due to its potential applications in spectroscopy, imaging, communication, and security screening. Among various nonlinear optical materials, lithium niobate (LiNbO<sub>3</sub>) has emerged as a promising medium for efficient THz generation due to strong nonlinear optical properties and wide transparency range. However, achieving efficient energy conversion requires effective phase matching to overcome phase velocity mismatch between the pump and the generated THz waves. Several phase-matching schemes have been explored to optimize THz generation. This review comprehensively discusses these schemes, analyzing their theoretical principles, experimental implementations, and practical applications. A comparative analyze is also provided to highlight the advantages and limitations of each approach. The presented literature aims to guide researchers in selecting appropriate phase-matching configurations for THz generation.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36067,"journal":{"name":"Physics Open","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 100357"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145938856","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-11DOI: 10.1016/j.physo.2025.100316
E. Boydaş
This study aimed to investigate the chemical shifts and full widths at half maximum (FWHM) of the Kα1,2 and Kβ1,3 X-ray emission lines in selected halogen compounds of elements with atomic numbers ranging from 22 to 29. A Wavelength-Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometer was employed for this analysis. The FWHM differences (ΔFWHM) of these emission lines were calculated by using the corresponding metallic element as a reference. The data revealed a clear pattern, showing larger chemical shifts for fluorine-containing compounds compared to chlorine-containing ones. In addition, the Kβ1,3 lines generally show larger chemical shifts and wider full widths at half maximum (FWHM) compared to the Kα lines. The chemical shift also tends to increase as the number of coordinating ligand atoms rises.
{"title":"Chemical shifts in the Kα1,2 and Kβ1,3 X-ray emission spectra for halogen compounds of elements with atomic numbers ranging from 22 to 29 were measured using a wavelength-dispersive X-ray fluorescence spectrometer","authors":"E. Boydaş","doi":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100316","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100316","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study aimed to investigate the chemical shifts and full widths at half maximum (FWHM) of the Kα<sub>1,2</sub> and Kβ<sub>1</sub>,<sub>3</sub> X-ray emission lines in selected halogen compounds of elements with atomic numbers ranging from 22 to 29. A Wavelength-Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometer was employed for this analysis. The FWHM differences (ΔFWHM) of these emission lines were calculated by using the corresponding metallic element as a reference. The data revealed a clear pattern, showing larger chemical shifts for fluorine-containing compounds compared to chlorine-containing ones. In addition, the Kβ<sub>1,3</sub> lines generally show larger chemical shifts and wider full widths at half maximum (FWHM) compared to the Kα lines. The chemical shift also tends to increase as the number of coordinating ligand atoms rises.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36067,"journal":{"name":"Physics Open","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 100316"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145747830","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2025-12-09DOI: 10.1016/j.physo.2025.100356
Md. Towhiduzzaman , Md. Abdul Al Mohit , A.Z.M. Asaduzzaman
This study presents a robust and generalized Physics-Informed Neural Network (PINN) framework for solving a class of conformable fractional nonlinear wave equations (CFNWEs). These equations are widely used in modeling complex wave dynamics in physical systems exhibiting memory and hereditary effects. By embedding the conformable fractional operator directly into the neural network architecture, the proposed model accurately captures localized nonlinear structures, including rogue waves and breather-type solutions. The framework employs a composite loss function integrating initial, boundary, and PDE residual constraints, optimized through a hybrid training strategy combining Adam and L-BFGS optimizers. Extensive numerical experiments validate the accuracy, physical consistency, and reproducibility of the proposed approach, demonstrating close agreement with analytical solutions. Moreover, the model exhibits robust performance under sparse and noisy data conditions, highlighting its potential for broad applications in wave dynamics, viscoelastic media, and nonlinear signal forecasting.
{"title":"A physics-informed neural network framework for modeling rogue and breather solutions in conformable fractional nonlinear wave systems","authors":"Md. Towhiduzzaman , Md. Abdul Al Mohit , A.Z.M. Asaduzzaman","doi":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100356","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.physo.2025.100356","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study presents a robust and generalized Physics-Informed Neural Network (PINN) framework for solving a class of conformable fractional nonlinear wave equations (CFNWEs). These equations are widely used in modeling complex wave dynamics in physical systems exhibiting memory and hereditary effects. By embedding the conformable fractional operator directly into the neural network architecture, the proposed model accurately captures localized nonlinear structures, including rogue waves and breather-type solutions. The framework employs a composite loss function integrating initial, boundary, and PDE residual constraints, optimized through a hybrid training strategy combining Adam and L-BFGS optimizers. Extensive numerical experiments validate the accuracy, physical consistency, and reproducibility of the proposed approach, demonstrating close agreement with analytical solutions. Moreover, the model exhibits robust performance under sparse and noisy data conditions, highlighting its potential for broad applications in wave dynamics, viscoelastic media, and nonlinear signal forecasting.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":36067,"journal":{"name":"Physics Open","volume":"26 ","pages":"Article 100356"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2025-12-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145797375","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}