scholarly journals New Limit on Space-Time Variations in the Proton-to-Electron Mass Ratio from Analysis of Quasar J110325-264515 Spectra

Symmetry ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 344
Author(s):  
T. D. Le
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Space Time ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
Electron Mass ◽  
Mass Ratio ◽  
Quasar Spectra ◽  
Time Variations ◽  
Using Data ◽  
The Universe

Astrophysical tests of current values for dimensionless constants known on Earth, such as the fine-structure constant, α , and proton-to-electron mass ratio, μ = m p / m e , are communicated using data from high-resolution quasar spectra in different regions or epochs of the universe. The symmetry wavelengths of [Fe II] lines from redshifted quasar spectra of J110325-264515 and their corresponding values in the laboratory were combined to find a new limit on space-time variations in the proton-to-electron mass ratio, ∆ μ / μ = ( 0.096 ± 0.182 ) × 10 − 7 . The results show how the indicated astrophysical observations can further improve the accuracy and space-time variations of physics constants.

scholarly journals TIME VARIATION OF FINE STRUCTURE CONSTANT AND PROTON-ELECTRON MASS RATIO WITH QUINTESSENCE

2007 ◽  
Vol 22 (25n28) ◽  
pp. 2003-2011 ◽  
Author(s):  
SEOKCHEON LEE
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Scalar Field ◽  
Field Potential ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Coupling Constants ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
Electron Mass ◽  
Mass Ratio ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Universe

Recent astrophysical observations of quasar absorption systems indicate that the fine structure constant α and the proton-electron mass ratio μ may have evolved through the history of the universe. Motivated by these observations, we consider the cosmological evolution of a quintessence-like scalar field ϕ coupled to gauge fields and matter which leads to effective modifications of the coupling constants and particle masses over time. We show that a class of models where the scalar field potential V(ϕ) and the couplings to matter B(ϕ) admit common extremum in ϕ naturally explains constraints on variations of both the fine structure constant and the proton-electron mass ratio.

Searching for places where to test the variations of fundamental constants

2009 ◽  
Vol 5 (H15) ◽  
pp. 317-317
Author(s):  
P. Petitjean ◽  
P. Noterdaeme ◽  
R. Srianand ◽  
C. Ledoux ◽  
A. Ivanchik ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Absorption Line ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
Electron Mass ◽  
Fundamental Constants ◽  
Mass Ratio ◽  
Time Variations

AbstractIt has been realised in the last few years that strong constraints on the time-variations of dimensionless fundamental constants of physics can be derived at any redshift from QSO absorption line systems. Variations of the fine structure constant, α, the proton-to-electron mass ratio, μ, or the combination, x=α2gp/μ, where gp is the proton gyromagnetic factor, have been constrained. However, for the latter two constants, the number of lines of sight where these measurements can be performed is limited. In particular the number of known molecular and 21 cm absorbers is small. Our group has started several surveys to search for these systems. Here is a summary of some of the characteristics of these absorbers that can be used to find these systems.

scholarly journals Fundamental physics and the fine-structure constant

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 46 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael Sherbon
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
Electron Mass ◽  
Fundamental Constants ◽  
Mass Ratio ◽  
Fundamental Physics ◽  
Weak Force ◽  
Strong Force ◽  
Symmetry Principles

From the exponential function of Euler’s equation to the geometry of a fundamental form, a calculation of the fine-structure constant and its relationship to the proton-electron mass ratio is given. Equations are found for the fundamental constants of the four forces of nature: electromagnetism, the weak force, the strong force and the force of gravitation. Symmetry principles are then associated with traditional physical measures.

scholarly journals Fine-Structure Constant from Golden Ratio Geometry

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael A. Sherbon
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Hydrogen Atom ◽  
Exponential Function ◽  
Golden Ratio ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
Electron Mass ◽  
Mass Ratio ◽  
Mathematical Constants

After a brief review of the golden ratio in history and our previous exposition of the fine-structure constant and equations with the exponential function, the fine-structure constant is studied in the context of other research calculating the fine-structure constant from the golden ratio geometry of the hydrogen atom. This research is extended and the fine-structure constant is then calculated in powers of the golden ratio to an accuracy consistent with the most recent publications. The mathematical constants associated with the golden ratio are also involved in both the calculation of the fine-structure constant and the proton-electron mass ratio. These constants are included in symbolic geometry of historical relevance in the science of the ancients.

scholarly journals Fundamental Physics and the Fine-Structure Constant

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael A. Sherbon
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
Electron Mass ◽  
Fundamental Constants ◽  
Mass Ratio ◽  
Fundamental Physics ◽  
Weak Force ◽  
Strong Force ◽  
Symmetry Principles

From the exponential function of Euler's equation to the geometry of a fundamental form, a calculation of the fine-structure constant and its relationship to the proton-electron mass ratio is given. Equations are found for the fundamental constants of the four forces of nature: electromagnetism, the weak force, the strong force and the force of gravitation. Symmetry principles are then associated with traditional physical measures.

scholarly journals Time variation of the proton-electron mass ratio and the fine structure constant with a runaway dilaton

2007 ◽  
Vol 75 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Takeshi Chiba ◽  
Tatsuo Kobayashi ◽  
Masahide Yamaguchi ◽  
Jun’ichi Yokoyama
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Time Variation ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
Electron Mass ◽  
Mass Ratio

scholarly journals Astronomical Significance of the 137.035 999 Part of the Inverse Fine-Structure Constant

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 42
Author(s):  
Mels Sluyser
Keyword(s):  
Fine Structure ◽  
Structure Constant ◽  
Space Time ◽  
Fine Structure Constant ◽  
M Theory ◽  
Triplet Code

The inverse fine-structure constant 1/α= 137.035 satisfies 1/α = 112 + 42 + 0.035 = 121 + 16 + 0.035 = 137.035, with 11 being the 11 dimensions of M-theory, 4 the number of dimensions of Einstein’s space-time, and 0.035 the 3.5 percent visible Universe. Cosmological information appears to be encrypted linearly as a triplet code in 1/α.

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