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G. Alencar

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arXiv2026

Black bounce as a quantum correction from string T-duality: Thermodynamics, energy conditions, and observational imprints from EHT

Motivated by quantum gravity effects suggested by string theory, we investigate gravitational configurations sourced by an effective energy density inspired by T-duality. This density naturally introduces a minimal length scale $l_0$ that acts as an ultraviolet regulator, allowing the description of nonsingular geometries within a classical framework. By employing it as the matter source in the Einstein equations, we construct static and spherically symmetric spacetimes that interpolate smoothly between regular black holes and traversable wormholes, providing a geometric realization of the black bounce scenario. We examine the curvature invariants and confirm the absence of curvature singularities throughout the spacetime. The conditions for the existence of event horizons are analyzed in detail, which allows us to determine the causal structure of the solution. A comprehensive study of the geodesic motion is performed for both massive and massless particles, revealing the presence of photon circular orbits and an innermost stable circular orbit for massive particles. Using observational data from the Event Horizon Telescope, we constrain the minimal length parameter through the black hole shadow radius, finding that for $l_0 \lesssim 1.15\, M_{\text{ADM}}$ our solution remains consistent with observations within the $2σ$ confidence level. The optical appearance of spacetime is further investigated by considering a thin accretion disk surrounding the black bounce. From the heat capacity, we analyze the thermodynamic stability of the solution and identify the presence of a phase transition. Finally, we examine the energy conditions and discuss which of them are violated by the effective fluid supporting this geometry.

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arXiv2026

Lower-dimensional Gauss-Bonnet gravity black holes with quintessence

In this paper, we study the $D\to3$ limit of Gauss-Bonnet gravity with quintessential matter, obtaining exact solutions that extend the BTZ metric through higher-curvature terms and quintessence coupling. The solutions exhibit a single event horizon whose radius decreases with increasing quintessence parameter $ω_q$, while developing a curvature singularity at the origin for non-vanishing quintessence. The geodesic analysis reveals stable circular photon orbits exist exclusively for phantom-like quintessence ($ω_q < -1$). Thermodynamically, the system is stable, since the specific heat is positive, and with evaporation it evolves to stable remnants whose characteristic size decreases as $ω_q$ increases, with complete evaporation prevented by quintessence effects. Furthermore, we find that all physical quantities intrinsically depend on the parameter $α$ of the Gauss-Bonnet extension.These results demonstrate the profound influence of quintessential matter on both geometric and thermodynamic properties of (2+1)-dimensional black holes, offering new perspectives on gravitational theories in lower dimensions and black hole final states.

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arXiv2025

Generalized black-bounces solutions in f(R) gravity and their field sources

In this work, following our recent findings in [1], we extend our analysis to explore the generalization of spherically symmetric and static black-bounce solutions, known from General Relativity, within the framework of the $f(R)$ theory in the metric formalism. We develop a general approach to determine the sources for any model where $f(R) = R + H(R)$, provided that the corresponding source for the bounce metric in General Relativity is known. As a result, we demonstrate that black-bounce solutions can emerge from this theory when considering the coupling of $f(R)$ gravity with nonlinear electrodynamics and a partially phantom scalar field. We also analyzed the energy conditions of these solutions and found that, unlike in General Relativity, it is possible to satisfy all energy conditions in certain regions of space-time.

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arXiv2025

LQG inspired spacetimes as solutions of the Einstein equations

Black bounces are compact objects with a wormhole structure hidden behind an event horizon. This type of metric can be obtained through general relativity by considering the presence of exotic matter. Such spacetimes can also arise within the framework of effective theories inspired by loop quantum gravity. In this work, we verify the possibility of obtaining black bounce models inspired by loop quantum gravity as solutions of general relativity. For this, we examine which sources can generate these solutions and the consequences of using these types of sources. We find that the sources can be expressed as a combination of a phantom scalar field and nonlinear electrodynamics. Once we obtain the sources in terms of fields, we analyze the energy conditions for each field separately to verify which of the fields is responsible for the violation of the energy conditions.

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arXiv2025

Light trajectories and optical appearances in asymptotically Anti-de Sitter-Schwarzschild and black string space-times

The Event Horizon Telescope (EHT) imaging of the central objects in the M87 and Milky Way galaxies provide compelling evidence that these objects are consistent with (Kerr) black holes. In view of these observations and the future expectations of Very Long Baseline Interferometry (VLBI) on which the EHT observations are based, an intensive research work has been carried out in the literature to simulating light trajectories and reconstructing the corresponding optical appearance for a wide array of modified black holes and ultra-compact objects. The corresponding images are directly affected not only by the background space-time geometry but also by the physics of the accretion disk, whose combination yields a characteristic fingerprint. In this paper, we consider such a fingerprint for objects which are not asymptotically flat but instead approach a Anti-de Sitter space-time. This assumption significantly influences light trajectories and, consequently, the corresponding images of the objects as seen by an observer at some distance, which can be used in future VLBI observations for testing alternatives of this kind to the Kerr paradigm. We illustrate our considerations with the examples of a Schwarzschild-Anti-de Sitter black hole and a black string, discussing their most notable departures from canonical, asymptotically-flat black hole space-times.

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arXiv2025

Braneworld Black Bounce to Transversable Wormhole Analytically Connected to an asymptotically $AdS_5$ Boundary

We extend the recent approach from reference [1] to obtain complete and analytic solutions (both brane and bulk) of a Simpson-Visser (SV) geometry within a braneworld framework. The embedded geometry can represent a traversable wormhole (TWH), a one-way wormhole (OOWH), or a regular black hole (RBH). The resulting geometry is regular everywhere, eliminating any singularity or local de-Sitter core at the origin and on the brane location, where the regular geometry is given by the SV geometry. The throat of TWHs or OOWHs can extend into the extra dimension. The event horizon of RBH extends along the extra dimension, prompting speculation on the extension of entropy into this dimension. Although the induced geometry is characterized by tension, acting akin to a positive cosmological constant (thus potentially representing empty space), the induced four-dimensional geometry remains regular. There is no need to introduce additional energy sources on the brane to achieve this regularity. Hence, the brane's geometry, which may depict an RBH, TWH, or OWWH, is influenced by the geometric properties of the bulk

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arXiv2025

Tidal Stretching and Compression in Black Bounce Backgrounds

Black bounces are compact objects that combine the structures of regular black holes with those of wormholes. These spacetimes exhibit a rich causal structure and can differ fundamentally from usual black holes. In this work, we study the behavior of the tidal forces by considering different black bounce models. To this end, we start with the geodesic deviation equation and the tidal tensor, from which we compute the radial and angular components of the tidal forces. We find that these components are finite throughout the entire spacetime, including at the wormhole throats. Through the components of the displacement vector, we observe that, unlike the Schwarzschild case, a compression effect on bodies may occur in certain regions.

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arXiv2025

Field Sources for $f(R,R_{μν})$ Black-Bounce Solutions: The Case of K-Gravity

In the framework of Simpson-Visser, the search for field sources that produce black-bounces in alternative gravity theories has remained unresolved. In this paper, the first in a series exploring sources for alternative theories of gravity, we identify such a source for the $2+1$ dimensional K-gravity black-bounce. The K-gravity black hole is notable for allowing asymptotically locally flat solutions in lower-dimensional spacetime, yet it possesses curvature singularities concealed within the event horizon. Using the Simpson-Visser regularization technique, we eliminate this singularity, constructing asymptotically locally flat black-bounce solutions in $2+1$ dimensions. We explore the causal structure of these solutions, identifying the conditions under which they describe regular black holes or wormholes. By calculating curvature invariants, we confirm the absence of singularities within the event horizon. Additionally, we demonstrate that, beyond non-linear electrodynamics, a non-linear scalar field is required to source the solution. Finally, we investigate the geodesic structure of this spacetime, analyzing the trajectories of both massive and massless particles. We also confirm the existence of circular orbits and assess their stability.

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arXiv2025

Non-stationary wormholes with the presence of scalar fields and modified gravity

Some novel regular spacetimes are considered that show a non-stationary wormhole structure. A Simpson-Visser-like procedure is applied to reconstruct these regular spacetimes, free of time-like and space-like singularities. Such a procedure is also applied to describe a regular cosmological expansion, where the universe reaches a minimum scale and then rebounds. This type of regular spacetime is achieved by considering some scalar fields as sources, with the appropriate kinetic term and scalar potential. We show that all these sources turn out to be ghosts due to the wrong sign of the kinetic term. These ghosts can, however, be eliminated by constraints. Nevertheless, the same procedure is also explored in the framework of modified gravities, particularly within the so-called f(R) gravity, where a new wormhole spacetime is also obtained that does not require a ghost scalar field.

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arXiv2025

A New Cloud of Strings

In this work, we present a generalization of the cloud of strings model originally proposed by Letelier, by introducing a magnetic-like component, $Σ_{23}$, in addition to the electric-like component, $Σ_{01}$, considered in the original formulation. This extension leads to a new black hole solution of the form \begin{equation} f(r) = 1 - \frac{2M}{r} + \frac{g_s^2 \ell_s^2}{r^2} \, {}_2F_1\left(-\frac{1}{2}, -\frac{1}{4}, \frac{3}{4}, -\frac{r^4}{\ell_s^4}\right), \end{equation} where ${}_2F_1$ denotes the Gaussian hypergeometric function. The solution is characterized by the string length $\ell_s$ and the string coupling constant $g_s$ yields the condition $0 < a < 1$, which now emerges from the model itself, ensuring both energy positivity and the existence of horizons-rather than being imposed ad hoc. We also investigate the thermodynamic properties of the resulting black hole, and find that the entropy remains consistent with the Bekenstein-Hawking formula, $S = A/4$, in agreement with several string-theoretic derivations.

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arXiv2025

Constraints on Bulk Fields: No-Go Conjectures for Braneworld Models

This work establishes a series of no-go conjectures that impose rigorous constraints on the localization of bulk fields in braneworld scenarios, specifically affecting gauge and spinor fields within five-dimensional spacetimes. Our approach differs from traditional methods as it does not rely on specific equations of motion, making our results broadly applicable across various braneworld models. These no-go conditions reveal fundamental limitations in field localization, challenging the feasibility of embedding fields on the brane. For instance, our analysis demonstrates that existing models fail to achieve consistent localization for gauge and spinor fields. Additionally, one of our conditions indicates that the effective Lagrangian on the brane cannot exhibit conformal invariance.

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arXiv2025

Traversable Wormholes Sourced by Dark Matter in Loop Quantum Cosmology

In this work, we investigate the existence of wormholes within the framework of Loop Quantum Cosmology, using isotropic dark matter as the source. We analyze three distinct density profiles and solve the modified gravity field equations alongside the stress-energy tensor conservation, applying appropriate boundary conditions to obtain traversable wormhole solutions. Each solution is shown to satisfy the geometric criteria for wormholes, and their regularity is verified by computing the Kretschmann scalar to ensure the absence of singularities under determined conditions. Additionally, we examine the stress-energy tensor to identify scenarios in which energy conditions are violated within this model. The wormhole geometry is further explored through embedding diagrams, and the amount of exotic matter required to sustain these structures is computed using the Volume Integral Quantifier. Finally, we study the shadow produced by our wormhole solution, considering one of the dark matter density profiles, and compare it with observations of the M87 galaxy.

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arXiv2025

Field Sources for Wormholes With Multiple Throats/Anti-throats

In this work, we investigate wormhole geometries with multiple throats and anti-throats in general relativity. The existence of these structures is identified through the analysis of minima and maxima in the area of the solution. Using embedding diagrams, we visualize the geometry and demonstrate that these objects exhibit a complex structure, distinct from standard single-throat wormholes. We further analyze the geodesic motion in such spacetimes. The solutions are derived from Einstein's equations by coupling a phantom scalar field to nonlinear electrodynamics, and we show that distinct scalar field profiles can generate the same spacetime geometry. Additionally, we examine the energy conditions and demonstrate that, for specific parameter choices, all energy conditions can be partially satisfied in certain regions of spacetime.

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arXiv2025

General spherically symmetric black bounces within non-linear electrodynamics

Over the last years, the search of new regular black bounce solutions has drawn a lot of attentional over the international community working in gravitation. Indeed, in the era of gravitational waves detections out of binary mergers and of the imaging of the plasma around supermassive black holes, the study of everywhere regular solutions has become a common trend given the unique opportunity posed by multi-messenger astronomy to test deviations from the Kerr family of solutions. Among them, in this paper we consider the black bounce paradigm introduced by Simpson and Visser in [JCAP \textbf{02}, 042 (2019)], and provide a general procedure for reconstructing static spherically symmetric black bounce-type solutions that might interpolate between regular black holes and wormholes. We show that even after imposing some smoothness and flatness conditions on the metric components, additional analysis is required to obtain a well-defined black bounce solution. Then, the corresponding matter Lagrangian is reconstructed by using non-linear electrodynamics and the energy conditions are studied.

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arXiv2024

A way of decoupling the gravitational bulk field equations of regular braneworld black holes to suppress the bulk singularities

We provide a methodology for decoupling the bulk gravitational field equations of braneworld black holes to suppress the bulk singularities. Thus, we provide a regular braneworld black hole setup. To achieve this, we apply a Minimal Geometric Deformation (MGD) with respect to a coupling constant $ α$ to the $4D$ Minkowski spacetime embedded in an extra dimension. This results in a gravitational decoupling into a system $ \mathcal{A} $ with equations of motion of order $ α^0 $ and a system $ \mathcal{B} $, related to the so-called Quasi-Einstein equations of order $ α$. This methodology allows for the construction of a regular geometry everywhere. We outline the necessary constraints for eliminating singularities and provide a recipe for solving the equations of motion. Both the warp factor, the scalar field, and the potential obtained are smooth and free from Dirac delta singularities. A control parameter is introduced such that, in the limit $ b \to 0 $, the Randall-Sundrum (RS) setup is recovered, resulting in a transition from a thick brane to a thin brane. The asymptotic behavior of the curvature invariant $ \displaystyle \lim_{y \to \pm \infty} R_{5D}(r,y) $ is positive near the de Sitter core (for small $ r $), asymptotically negative for finite $ r > r_* $, and asymptotically flat at the $4D$ boundary as $ r \to \infty $. Although this work aims to suppress bulk singularities, it is expected that our methodology may be useful for future investigations related to the embedding of gravitational objects within other braneworld contexts.

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arXiv2024

Thermodynamics and Quasinormal Modes of the Dymnikova Black Hole in Higher Dimensions

In this study, we investigate the thermodynamic properties and quasinormal modes of Dymnikova black holes within the context of higher dimensions in Einstein's general theory of relativity. We calculate the thermodynamic parameters, including the Hawking temperature and heat capacity, which allowed us to investigate the black hole's stability. Lastly the quasinormal modes with the WKB formula were calculated.

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arXiv2024

Braneworld Black Bounce to Transversable Wormhole

We provide a way for embedding a 4-dimensional geometry corresponding to the Simpson Visser (SV) spacetime which is capable of representing a traversable wormhole, a one-way wormhole, or a regular black hole into a Randall-Sundrum setup. To achieve this, we linearly deform the bulk geometry and the bulk matter distribution concerning a coupling constant. These deformations induce a transition from a $5D$ vacuum AdS state to an anisotropic matter distribution. The latter results in the induced geometry on the brane transitioning from a singular Schwarzschild spacetime to a regularized SV spacetime. Since there are no sources or matter fields on the brane, we can assert that the induced SV geometry on the brane arises from the influence of geometrical and matter deformations in the bulk. Thus, the central singularity is suppressed. We determine the cases where the energy conditions are either satisfied or violated. Our spacetime is asymptotically radial AdS, which is intriguing given the absence of a global AdS box that would prevent instability under larger wavelength perturbations. Therefore, it is no longer appropriate to claim that instability exists for very small perturbations near the AdS horizon. Thus, we propose that the stability of the solution can be analyzed by examining the speed of sound due to the presence of matter fields in the energy momentum tensor.

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arXiv2024

Static and stationary loop quantum black bounces

We explore a static and stationary black bounce geometry inspired by Loop Quantum Gravity (LQG), focusing on how LQG corrections and regularization parameters affect its properties. Building on the spherically symmetric and static black hole solution from \cite{Kelly:2020uwj}, we trace its origin to Non-Linear Electrodynamics (NED) with electric and magnetic charges and check the energy conditions (NEC, WEC, SEC). By extending the geometry using the Simpson-Visser procedure, we construct a black hole-wormhole bounce structure, influenced by LQG parameters. We analyze the horizon structure to constrain parameters for black holes and wormholes, and examine curvature and new sources including a phantom-type scalar field to ensure spacetime regularity and adherence to energy conditions. Thermodynamic properties are also studied, revealing the existence of remnants and phase transitions. Additionally, we derive a rotating black bounce solution, verifying its regularity, and putting forward that the spherical bouncing surface turns into an ellipsoid with no ring singularity. Finally, we find that increasing the LQG parameter leads to smaller ergospheres and reduced shadows, with potential implications for observational astrophysics and quantum gravitational signatures.

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