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Manasse R. Mbonye

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arXiv2025

The Big Bang: Origins and initial conditions from Self-Regulating Cosmology (SRC) model

Generating appropriate initial conditions for the Universe is key to discussing cosmic evolution constructively. In standard cosmology the traditional approach assumes an early Universe that emerges from an infinite density, spacetime singularity. It then undergoes inflationary expansion, followed by a matter-creating reheat period. This approach produces results generally in good agreement with observations. However, to date it is not known how (or even whether) a true past-directed spacetime-singularity can generate a regular spacetime that becomes the observed Universe. It has previously been suggested that appropriate initial conditions should emerge naturally from existing physics rather than be set a priori. In this work we seek to generate initial conditions predicated on the Self-Regulating Cosmology (SRC) model recently presented [1]. In SRC, cosmic dynamics leads to a universe that also self-regenerates from one evolutionary cosmic phase or (hereafter) kalpa2 to another. Within each such kalpa the dynamics evolves between two disparate scales of horizons. The end of a kalpa and the beginning of the next interface through a phase transition. The interface of the two phases sets up the phase initial conditions of the emerging phase. These include: a natural time-reset, and energy, volume (space) and entropy conditions. The issue of whether (or not) the early Universe undergoes inflation becomes naturally self-manifest in this treatment. In the context of the SRC model, we discuss the Initial Entropy Problem (IEP). Lastly, we highlight on current observations of over-mature (galaxy and black-hole) structures at high redshifts, by JWST.

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arXiv2022

Is cosmic dynamics self-regulating?

In this paper we discuss a cosmological model for a universe with self-regulating features. We set up the theoretical framework for the model and determine the time evolution of the scale-factor $a(t)$. It is shown that such a universe repeatedly goes through alternate periods of matter and dark energy domination. The resulting dynamics oscillates about the would-be ideal time-linear or coasting path, with monotonic expansion. When compared to dynamics of the observed physical Universe, the model recovers the observationally-established evolutionary features of the latter, from the big bang to the current acceleration, and farther. It suggests a universe that initially emerges from a non-singular state, associated with a non-inflationary acceleration, and which acceleration it exits naturally with matter-energy generation. The model does not have a horizon problem or a flatness problem. It reproduces the observed current values of standard cosmic parameters, including the age $t_{0}$, the current Hubble parameter $H_{0}$ and dark energy $Ω_{de}\ $and matter $Ω_{m}$ density parameters. We find the dark matter density-profile generated by the model naturally leads to flat rotation curves in galaxy halos. The model is falsifiable. It makes predictions that can be tested, as suggested. Finally, we discuss the dimensionless age $(H_{0}t_{0}\simeq1)$ paradox as an example of the model's ability to address standing puzzles. The findings suggest dynamics of the physical Universe may be self-regulating and predictable.

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arXiv2022

Large-scale structure power spectrum from scalar-tensor gravity

This work deals with the computation of the power spectrum of large-scale structure using the dynamical system approach for a multi-fluid universe in scalar-tensor theory of gravity. We use the $1+3$ covariant approach to obtain evolution equations and study the behavior of the matter power spectrum of perturbation equations. The study is based on the equivalence between $f(R)$ theory of gravity and scalar-tensor theory of gravity. We find that, for power-law $(R^{n})$ models, with $1<n<1.3$, we have the power spectrum evolving above general relativistic scale-invariant line. For $n\geq 1.3$, the power spectrum starts with constant amplitude then it experiences oscillations and eventually saturates at finite amplitude. Such behavior is consistent with other observations in the literature. The result supports the ongoing investigations of the equivalence between $f(R)$ and scalar-tensor theory at linear order.

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arXiv2020

On multifluid perturbations in scalar-tensor cosmology

In this paper the scalar-tensor theory is applied to the study of perturbations in a multi-fluid universe, using the 1+3 covariant approach. Both scalar and harmonic decompositions are instituted on the perturbation equations. In particular, as an application, we study perturbations on a background FRW cosmology consisting of both radiation and dust in the presence of a scalar field. We consider both radiation-dominated and dust-dominated epochs, respectively, and study the results. During the analysis, quasi-static approximation is instituted. It is observed that the fluctuations of the energy density decrease with increasing redshift, for different values of $n$ of a power law $R^{n}$ model

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arXiv2018

A study of perturbations in scalar-tensor theory using 1+3 covariant approach

This work discusses scalar-tensor theories of gravity, with a focus on the Brans-Dicke subclass, and one that also takes note of the latter's equivalence with $f(R)$ gravitation theories. A 1+3 covariant formalism is used in this case to discuss covariant perturbations on a background Friedmann-Laimaitre-Robertson-Walker (FLRW) space-time. Linear perturbation equations are developed, based on gauge-invariant gradient variables. Both scalar and harmonic decompositions are applied to obtain second-order equations. These equations can then be used for further analysis of the behavior of the perturbation quantities in such a scalar-tensor theory of gravitation. Energy density perturbations are studied for two systems, namely for a scalar fluid-radiation system and for a scalar fluid-dust system, for $R^{n}$ models. For the matter dominated era, it is shown that the dust energy density perturbations grow exponentially, a result which agrees with those already in existing literature. In the radiation-dominated era, it is found that the behavior of the radiation energy-density perturbations is oscillatory, with growing amplitudes for n>1, and with decaying amplitudes for 0<n<1. This is a new result.

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arXiv2010

Physical attributes of a mechanism behind matter field deformation in non-commutative gravity

It is increasingly widely believed that at high levels of resolution spacetime geometry may be inherently non-commutative. In this work we introduce an effective mechanism that maps matter fields onto a non-commutative background manifold. The mechanism, which is relevant at high densities in strongly gravitating systems (black holes, early universe) deforms a density field into two distinct fields, one residing dominantly on the lattice tops (hereafter, on-cell) and the other residing dominantly in the inter-lattice regions (hereafter, off-cell). The two fields have different physical and themodynamic characterics which we describe, and some of which play a role in halting singularity formation resulting from gravitational collpse. The mechanism quantizes the fields, sets an upper bound on their density and off-sets curvature singularity formation.

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arXiv2010

Time evolution of a non-singular primordial black hole

There is growing notion that black holes may not contain curvature singularities (and that indeed nature in general may abhor such spacetime defects). This notion could have implications on our understanding of the evolution of primordial black holes (PBHs) and possibly on their contribution to cosmic energy. This paper discusses the evolution of a non-singular black hole (NSBH) based on a recent model [1]. We begin with a study of the thermodynamic process of the black hole in this model, and demonstrate the existence of a maximum horizon temperature T_{max}, corresponding to a unique mass value. At this mass value the specific heat capacity C changes signs to positive and the body begins to lose its black hole characteristics. With no loss of generality, the model is used to discuss the time evolution of a primordial black hole (PBH), through the early radiation era of the universe to present, under the assumption that PBHs are non-singular. In particular, we track the evolution of two benchmark PBHs, namely the one radiating up to the end of the cosmic radiation domination era, and the one stopping to radiate currently, and in each case determine some useful features including the initial mass m_{f} and the corresponding time of formation t_{f}. It is found that along the evolutionary history of the universe the distribution of PBH remnant masses (PBH-RM) PBH-RMs follows a power law. We believe such a result can be a useful step in a study to establish current abundance of PBH-MRs.

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arXiv2010

A black hole cast on a non-commutative background

In this work we describe a black hole, set on a non-commutative background. The model, which is relatively simple, is an exact solution of the Einstein Field Equations. Based on a proposition we put forward, we argue that introducing a matter density field on a non-commutative background sets up a mechanism that deforms the field into two distinct fields, one residing dominantly on the lattice tops (hereafter, on-cell) and the other residing dominantly in the inter-lattice regions (hereafter, off-cell). The two fields have different physical and themodynamic characterics which we describe, and some of which play a role in halting collpse to a singularity. For example, not surprisingly the on-cell (off-cell) fields manifest standard on-shell (off-shell) characteristics, respectively. Both the density and the net mass-energy are unchanged by the deformation mechanism. In our treatment the mass of a black hole defines its own size scale L of the interior region it occupies. Moreover, such a length is quantized, L=2N\sqrtθ, in terms of a minimum length scale \sqrtθ. The approach has the advantage that there is no degeneracy in mass-confinement since, here, the black hole density is not a function of the mass (as is the case in some recent treatments). The density is, instead a fixed quantity. As such, the approach puts an upper bound on black hole density, making it a universal parameter. The picture that emerges is that a black hole defined on a non-commutative background is both non-singular, holographic and quantized. Yet we also find, interestingly, that when taken over L the average value of the associated energy-stress tensor of the fields satisfies all classical energy conditions of GR.

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arXiv2007

Can gravitational collapse sustain singularity-free trapped surfaces?

In singularity generating spacetimes both the out-going and in-going expansions of null geodesic congruences $θ^{+}$ and $θ^{-}$ should become increasingly negative without bound, inside the horizon. This behavior leads to geodetic incompleteness which in turn predicts the existence of a singularity. In this work we inquire on whether, in gravitational collapse, spacetime can sustain singularity-free trapped surfaces, in the sense that such a spacetime remains geodetically complete. As a test case, we consider a well known solution of the Einstien Field Equations which is Schwarzschild-like at large distances and consists of a fluid with a $p=-ρ$ equation of state near $r=0$. By following both the expansion parameters $θ^{+}$ and $θ^{-}$ across the horizon and into the black hole we find that both $θ^{+}$ and $θ^{+}θ^{-}$ have turning points inside the trapped region. Further, we find that deep inside the black hole there is a region $0\leq r<r_{0}$ (that includes the black hole center) which is not trapped. Thus the trapped region is bounded both from outside and inside. The spacetime is geodetically complete, a result which violates a condition for singularity formation. It is inferred that in general if gravitational collapse were to proceed with a $p=-ρ$ fluid formation, the resulting black hole may be singularity-free.

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arXiv2005

A non-singular black hole model as a possible end-product of gravitational collapse

In this paper we present a non-singular black hole model as a possible end-product of gravitational collapse. The depicted spacetime which is type [II,(II)], by Petrov classification, is an exact solution of the Einstein equations and contains two horizons. The equation of state in the radial direction, is a well-behaved function of the density and smoothly reproduces vacuum-like behavior near r=0 while tending to a polytrope at larger r, low density, values. The final equilibrium configuration comprises of a de Sitter-like inner core surrounded by a family of 2-surfaces of matter fields with variable equation of state. The fields are all concentrated in the vicinity of the radial center r=0. The solution depicts a spacetime that is asymptotically Schwarzschild at large r, while it becomes de Sitter-like for vanishing r. Possible physical interpretations of the macro-state of the black hole interior in the model are offered. We find that the possible state admits two equally viable interpretations, namely either a quintessential intermediary region or a phase transition in which a two-fluid system is in both dynamic and thermodynamic equilibrium. We estimate the ratio of pure matter present to the total energy and in both (interpretations) cases find it to be virtually the same, being 0.83. Finally, the well-behaved dependence of the density and pressure on the radial coordinate provides some insight on dealing with the information loss paradox.

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arXiv2003

Cosmology With Interacting Dark Energy

The early cosmic inflation, when taken along with the recent observations that the universe is currently dominated by a low density vacuum energy, leads to at least two potential problems which modern cosmology must address. First, there is the old cosmological constant problem, with a new twist: the coincidence problem. Secondly, cosmology still lacks a model to predict the observed current cosmic acceleration and to determine whether or not there is a future exit out of this state (as previously in the inflationary case). This constitutes (what is called here) a dynamical problem. In this article a framework is proposed to address these two problems, based on treating the cosmic background vacuum (dark) energy as both dynamical and interacting. The universe behaves as a vacuum-driven cosmic engine which, in search of equilibrium, always back-reacts to vacuum-induced accelerations by increasing its inertia (internal energy) through vacuum energy dissipation. The process couples cosmic vacuum (dark) energy to matter to produce future-directed increasingly comparable amplitudes in these fields by setting up oscillations in the decaying vacuum energy density and corresponding sympathetic ones in the matter fields. By putting bounds on the relative magnitudes of these coupled oscillations the model offers a natural and conceptually simple channel to discuss the coincidence problem, while also suggesting a way to deal with the dynamical problem. A result with useful observational implications is an equation of state w(t) which specifically predicts a variable, quasi-periodic, acceleration for the current universe. This result can be directly tested by future observational techniques such as SNAP.

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arXiv2003

Constraints On Cosmic Dynamics

Observationally, the universe appears virtually critical. Yet, there is no simple explanation for this state. In this article we advance and explore the premise that the dynamics of the universe always seeks equilibrium conditions. Vacuum-induced cosmic accelerations lead to creation of matter-energy modes at the expense of vacuum energy. Because they gravitate, such modes constitute inertia against cosmic acceleration. On the other extreme, the would-be ultimate phase of local gravitational collapse is checked by a phase transition in the collapsing matter fields leading to a de Sitter-like fluid deep inside the black hole horizon, and at the expense of the collapsing matter fields. As a result, the universe succumbs to neither vacuum-induced run-away accelerations nor to gravitationally induced spacetime curvature singularities. Cosmic dynamics is self-regulating. We discuss the physical basis for these constraints and the implications, pointing out how the framework relates and helps resolve standing puzzles such as "why did cosmic inflation end?", "why is Lambda small now?" and "why does the universe appear persistently critical?". The approach does, on the one hand, suggest a future course for cosmic dynamics, while on the other hand it provides some insight into the physics inside black hole horizons. The interplay between the background vacuum and matter fields suggests an underlying symmetry that links spacetime acceleration with spacetime collapse and global (cosmic) dynamics with local (black hole) dynamics.

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arXiv2002

Matter fields from a decaying background Lambda vacuum

We suggest an alternative framework for interpreting the current state of the visible universe. Our approach is based on a dynamical ``Cosmological Constant'' and the starting point is that a decaying vacuum produces matter. As we point out, such a dynamical Lambda is not incompatible with the general requirements of general relativity. By assuming inflation and big bang nucleosynthesis we can solve for the present fractional densities of matter Omega_{m,0} and vacuum Omega_{Lambda, 0} in terms of only one parameter which we call the vacuum domination crossing redshift, z_c. We put constraints on z_c to obtain a universe that is presently vacuum dominated and with characteristic densities consistent with observations. The model points to the possible existence of newly formed dark matter in the inter-cluster voids. We argue that some of this matter could be accreting onto clusters through the latter's long range gravitational potentials. If so, then cluster dark matter halos may not manifest clear cut-offs in their radial density profiles. Furthermore, if a substantial amount of this newly produced matter has already drained onto the clusters, then the CMB power spectrum may favor lower dark matter density values than is currently observed bound in the clusters. A final feature of our approach relates to the combined effect of the matter production by a decaying vacuum and the different rates at which matter and the vacuum will dilute with the scale factor. Such combination may create conditions for a universe in which the vacuum and matter densities dilute and evolve towards comparable amplitudes. In this sense the model offers a natural and conceptually simple explanation to the Coincidence Problem.

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arXiv2002

Are spacetime horizons higher dimensional sources of energy fields? (The black hole case)

We explore the possibility that spacetime horizons in 4D general relativity can be treated as manifestations of higher dimensions that induce fields on our 4D spacetime. In this paper we discuss the black hole event horizon, as an example (we leave the cosmological case for future discussion). Starting off from the field equations of gravity in 5D and some conditions on the metric we construct a spacetime whose imbedding is a 4D generalization of the Schwarzchild metric. The external region of the imbedded spacetime is found to contain two distinct fields. We discuss the properties of the fields and the potential implications. Taken as they are, the results suggest that the collapse of matter to form a horizon may have non-local consequences on the geometry of spacetime. In general, the use of horizon-confined mass as a coordinate suggests three potential features of our universe. The first is that the observed 4D spacetime curvature and ordinary matter fields may be hybrid features of 5D originating from the mixing of coordinates. Secondly, because the fifth coordinate induces physical fields on the 4D hyperface, the global metric of the universe may not be asymptotically flat. And finally, associating matter with an independent dimension points towards a theory of nature that is scale invariant.

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arXiv2001

Neutrinos in a vacuum dominated cosmology

We explore the dynamics of neutrinos in a vacuum dominated cosmology. First we show that such a geometry will induce a phase change in the eigenstates of a massive neutrino and we calculate the phase change. We also calculate the delay in the neutrino flight times in this geometry. Applying our results to the presently observed background vacuum energy density, we find that for neutrino sources further than $1.5 Gpc$ away both effects become non-trivial, being of the order of the standard relativistic corrections. Such sources are within the obsevable Hubble Deep Field. The results which are theoretically interesting are also potentially useful, in the future, as detection techniques improve. For example such effects on neutrinos from distant sources like supernovae could be used, in an independent method alternative to standard candles, to constrain the dark energy density and the deceleration parameter. The discussion is extended to investigate Caianiello's inertial or maximal acceleration (MA) effects of such a vacuum dominated spacetime on neutrino oscillations. Assuming that the MA phenomenon exists, we find that its form as generated by the presently observed vacuum energy density would still have little or no measurable effect on neutrino phase evolution.

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arXiv2000

Gravitational Perturbations of a Radiating Spacetime

This paper discusses the problem of gravitational perturbations of radiating spacetimes. We lay out the theoretical framework for describing the interaction of external gravitational fields with a radiating spacetime. This is done by deriving the field perturbation equations for a radiating metric. The equations are then specialized to a Vaidya spacetime. For the Hiscock ansatz of a linear mass model of a radiating blackhole the equations are found separable. Further, the resulting ordinary differential equations are found to admit analytic solutions. We obtain the solutions and discuss their characteristics.

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