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A. F. Santos

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arXiv2021

Size-effect at finite temperature in a quark-antiquark effective model in phase space

A quark-antiquark effective model is studied in a toroidal topology at finite temperature. The model is described by a Schrödinger equation with linear potential which is embedded in a torus. The following aspects are analysed: (i) the nonclassicality structure using the Wigner function formalism; (ii) finite temperature and size-effects are studied by a generalization of Thermofield Dynamics written in phase space; (iii) in order to include the spin of the quark, Pauli-like Schrödinger equation is used; (iv) analysis of the size-effect is considered to observe the fluctuation in the ground state. The size effect goes to zero at zero, finite and high temperatures. The results emphasize that the spin is a central aspect for this quark-antiquark effective model.

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arXiv2021

Effects of the CPT-even and Lorentz violation on the Bhabha scattering at finite temperature

In this paper a Lorentz-violating CPT-even non-minimal coupling term is considered. A new interaction term between fermions and photons emerges. In this context, the differential cross-section for Bhabha scattering at finite temperature is calculated. The temperature effects are introduced using the Thermo- Field Dynamics (TFD) formalism. It is shown that the differential cross-section is changed due to both effects, Lorentz violation and finite temperature.

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arXiv2020

Gödel and Gödel-type solutions in the Palatini $f(R,T)$ gravity theory

The Palatini $f(R,T)$ gravity theory is considered. The standard Einstein-Hilbert action is replaced by an arbitrary function of the Ricci scalar $R$ and of the trace $T$ of the energy-momentum tensor. In the Palatini approach, the Ricci scalar is a function of the metric and the connection. These two quantities, metric and connection, are taken as independents variables. Then, it is examined whether Palatini $f(R,T)$ gravity theory allows solutions in which lead to violation of causality. The Gödel and Gödel-type space-times are considered. In addition, a critical radius, which permits to examine limits for violation of causality, is calculated. It is shown that, for different matter contents, non-causal solutions can be avoided in this Palatini gravitational theory.

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arXiv2020

A study on causality in $f(R,ϕ,X)$ theory

The $k$-essence modified $f(R)$ gravity model, i.e., $f(R,ϕ,X)$ theory is studied. The question of violation of causality, in the framework of Gödel-type universes, is investigated in this gravitational model. Causal and non-causal solutions are allowed. A critical radius for non-causal solution is calculated. It is shown that the violation of causality depends on the content of matter.

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arXiv2020

Gödel-type Solutions in Cubic Galileon Gravity

We address the homogeneous in space and time (ST-homogeneous) Gödel-type metrics within the cubic galileon theory, a particular class of generalized galileon theories. We check the consistency of such spacetimes for a physically well-motivated matter content, namely, a perfect fluid and an electromagnetic field. In this scenario, we find that the admissible solutions impose constraints on the constant couplings ($c_{i}$'s) of the cubic galileon theory to ensure the consistency. Also, we show the existence of a vacuum completely causal solution.

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arXiv2020

$f(R)$ gravity and Tsallis holographic dark energy

The $f(R)$ gravity theory is considered. It is a gravitational theory that generalizes the Einstein-Hilbert action. In this context, a holographic dark energy model is studied. Tsallis non-extensive entropy is used to introduce the dark energy density based on the holographic principle. Then the Friedmann equation, deceleration parameter, and equation of state for this model are investigated.

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arXiv2020

Bhabha scattering in Very Special Relativity at finite temperature

In this paper the differential cross section for Bhabha scattering in the Very Special Relativity (VSR) framework is calculated. The main characteristic of the VSR is to modify the gauge invariance. This leads to different types of interactions appearing in a non-local form. In addition, using the Thermo Field Dynamics formalism, thermal corrections for the differential cross section of Bhabha scattering in VSR framework are obtained.

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arXiv2020

Spin-1/2 particles in Phase space: Casimir effect and Stefan-Boltzmann law at finite temperature

The Dirac field, spin 1/2 particles, is investigated in phase space. The Dirac propagator is defined. The Thermo Field Dynamics (TFD) formalism is used to introduce finite temperature. The energy-momentum tensor is calculated at finite temperature. The Stefan-Boltzmann law is established and the Casimir effect is calculated for the Dirac field in phase space at zero and finite temperature. A comparative analysis with these results in standard quantum mechanics space is realized.

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arXiv2020

Gödel-type universes in bumblebee gravity

The bumblebee field coupled with gravity is considered. This gravitational theory exhibits spontaneous breaking of Lorentz symmetry. The Gödel-type universe is introduced and then the causality and its violation are studied. Causal and non-causal Gödel-type solutions are obtained for different content of matter. In addition, when the coupling constant, which controls the interaction between the bumblebee field and the gravitational field, is zero the bumblebee potential may be associated with the value of the cosmological constant of the general relativity. Furthermore, the case with the non-zero coupling constant is also investigated.

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arXiv2020

Non-Abelian Gravitoelectromagnetism and applications at finite temperature

Studies about a formal analogy between the gravitational and the electromagnetic fields lead to the notion of Gravitoelectromagnetism (GEM) to describe gravitation. In fact, the GEM equations correspond to the weak field approximation of gravitation field. Here a non-abelian extension of the GEM theory is considered. Using the Thermo Field Dynamics (TFD) formalism to introduce temperature effects some interesting physical phenomena are investigated. The non-abelian GEM Stefan-Boltzmann law and the Casimir effect at zero and finite temperature for this non-abelian field are calculated.

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arXiv2020

Casimir effect and Stefan-Boltzmann law at finite temperature in a Friedmann-Robertson-Walker universe

A spatially flat Friedmann-Robertson-Walker background with a general scale factor is considered. In this space-time, the energy-momentum tensor of the scalar field with a general curvature coupling parameter is obtained. Using the Thermo Field Dynamics (TFD) formalism the Stefan-Boltzmann law and the Casimir effect at finite temperature are calculated. The Casimir effect at zero temperature is also considered. The expansion of the universe changes these effects. A discussion of these modifications is presented.

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arXiv2020

On Regular Black Holes at Finite Temperature

The Thermo Field Dynamics (TFD) formalism is used to investigate the regular black holes at finite temperature. Using the Teleparalelism Equivalent to General Relativity (TEGR) the gravitational Stefan-Boltzmann law and the gravitational Casimir effect at zero and finite temperature are calculated. In addition, the first law of thermodynamics is considered. Then the gravitational entropy and the temperature of the event horizon of a class of regular black holes are determined.

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arXiv2019

Lagrangian formalism for Rastall theory of gravity and Gödel-type universe

In the Rastall gravity a non-minimal coupling between geometry and matter fields is considered. Then the usual energy-momentum tensor conservation law is not valid. Here a Lagrangian formalism is proposed to the Rastall theory of gravity. The Gödel-type universe is studied in this gravitational model. Then it is studied whether this theory permits causality violation. The field equations do not exclude solutions with a breakdown of causality for a perfect fluid as matter content. In this case, an expression for the critical radius (beyond which the causality is violated) is determined. In addition, for a combination between perfect fluid and scalar field as matter content the theory accommodates causal Gödel-type solution.

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arXiv2019

Gödel and Gödel-type universes in K-essence theory

In this paper, the Gödel-type solutions within the k-essence theory are investigated. The consistency of field equations, causality violation and existence of closed timelike curves are studied. The conditions for existence of Gödel and Gödel-type solutions are determined for any function that defines the k-essence. By taking different sources of matter, it is shown that this theory of gravity allows causal and non-causal Gödel-type solutions.

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arXiv2019

Casimir effect and Stefan-Boltzmann law in Yang-Mills theory at finite temperature

A non-Abelian gauge theory describes the strong interactions among particles with the commutator of generators are non-zero. An $SU(3)$ gauge theory describes the interactions that lead to nuclear forces among particles. The Lagrangian density refers to fermions with colour and flavour and the gauge field quanta implying gluons. The gauge theory is treated at finite temperature using the Thermo Field Dynamics (TFD). Using self interaction of gluons the Stefan-Boltzmann law and the Casimir effect are calculated at finite temperature. An appendix is attached to give a response of a massless quarks in gauge theory.

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arXiv2019

Non-abelian gauge symmetry for fields in phase space: a realization of the Seiberg-Witten non-abelian gauge theory

The Seiberg-Witten formalism has been realized as an electrodynamics in phase space (associated to the Dirac equation written in phase space) and this fact is explored here with non-abelian gauge group. First, a physically heuristic presentation of the Seiberg-Witten approach is carried out for non-abelian gauge in order to guide the calculation procedures. These results are realized by starting with the Lagrangian density for the free Dirac field in phase space. Then a field strength is derived, where the non-abelian gauge group is the SU(2), corresponding to an isospin (non-abelian) field theory in phase space. An application to nucleon is then discussed.

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arXiv2019

On Gravitational Casimir Effect and Stefan-Boltzmann Law at Finite Temperature

Gravitons are described by the propagator in Teleparallel gravity in nearly flat space-time. Finite temperature is introduced by using Thermo Field Dynamics formalism. The Gravitational Casimir effect and Stefan-Boltzmann law are calculated as a function of temperature. Then an equation of state for gravitons is determined.

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