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Quantum collision models: Open system dynamics from repeated interactions

2022

We present an extensive introduction to quantum collision models (CMs), also known as repeated interactions schemes: a class of microscopic system-bath models for investigating open quantum systems dynamics whose use is currently spreading in a number of research areas. Through dedicated sections and a pedagogical approach, we discuss the CMs definition and general properties, their use for the derivation of master equations, their connection with quantum trajectories, their application in non-equilibrium quantum thermodynamics, their non-Markovian generalizations, their emergence from conventional system-bath microscopic models and link to the input-output formalism. The state of the art o…

Flashlamp-pumped Nd:KGW laser in MOPA configuration: comparative study of several rods

1999

The laser performance of the Nd:KGW crystal has been studied in a master oscillator and power amplifier configuration (MOPA). Several crystals from two different producers were investigated for the oscillator and the amplifier. A maximum single-pass gain of 25 was observed in free-running and Q-switched mode. We obtained a maximum output amplified energy of 400 mJ at 30 Hz (with a pulse duration of 10 to 30 ns) with a divergence less than 3 mrad. We also studied the limitations of this configuration due to the very high gain of the Nd:KGW crystal.

Ultrafast Carrier Redistribution in Single InAs Quantum Dots Mediated by Wetting-Layer Dynamics

2019

Optical studies of single self-assembled semiconductor quantum dots (QDs) have been a topic of intensive investigation over the past two decades. Due to their solid-state nature, their electronic and optical emission properties are affected by the particular crystal structure as well as many-body-carrier interactions and dynamics. In this work, we use a master equation for microstates (MEM) model to study the carrier capture and escape from single QDs under optical nonresonant excitation and under the influence of a two-dimensional (2D) carrier reservoir (the wetting layer). This model reproduces carrier dynamics from power-dependent and time-resolved microphotoluminescence experiments . Du…

Quantum light depolarization: the phase-space perspective

2008

Quantum light depolarization is handled through a master equation obtained by coupling dispersively the field to a randomly distributed atomic reservoir. This master equation is solved by transforming it into a quasiprobability distribution in phase space and the quasiclassical limit is investigated.

Neogene and Quaternary fan-delta deposits in southeastern Spain. Field Guide.

1991

[EN] A guided field-trip througIt tIta basins of Fortuna, Carrascoy-Murcia, Lower Segura and Cope. with detailed sections, interpretation of rock bodies and sedientary models.

Preliminary Plan for the recovery of the asphalt mines of the Irminio Valley

2008

BALDONE OBSERVATORY IN THE CIRCLES OF TIME

2019

1957 – The first laboratory building, known as the White House, was built near Baldone on the Riekstu hill, in the territory of the next Observatory. 01.01.1958 – The Astronomy Sector was separated from the Institute of Physics and commenced independent activi- ty as the Laboratory of Astrophysics at the Latvian Acade- my of Sciences (LAS). In 1967, with the decision of the Presidium of the Latvian SSR LAS the Laboratory of As- trophysics was transformed into the Radioastrophysic Ob- servatory at LAS. Under the leadership of the first director, Janis Ikaunieks, an instrumental observation base develops – a 1.2m Schmidt telescope was installed in 1966 for opti- cal observations. The project …

Précipitations et relief en Afrique orientale et australe : modélisations statistiques et géostatistiques.

2008

By considering two examples in Eastern and Southern Africa, this work has two aims: a better understanding of the influence of topography on the spatial distribution of rainfall and an optimal interpolation of station rainfall data, taking into account topography. To this end, an original methodology is developped, partly derived from previous studies focusing on extratropical regions.First, a statistical model is defined. With the help of a multi-scalar decomposition of topographical information into descriptors, a multiple linear regression is performed. This model is used to better understand the relationship between rainfall and topography. In Eastern Africa, the spatial distribution of…

Dynamic self-assembly of photo-switchable nanoparticles

2012

Nanoparticles functionalized with photo-switchable ligands can be assembled into a broad range of structures by controlled light exposure. In particular, alternating light exposures provide the means to control formation of assemblies of various sizes and symmetries. Here, we use scaling arguments and Kinetic Monte Carlo simulations to study the evolution of reversible aggregates in a solution of periodically irradiated photo-switchable nanoparticles. Scaling estimates of the characteristic size and the mean separation of aggregates agree with the simulations. The transition probabilities in the Kinetic Monte Carlo scheme are derived from a renormalized master equation of the diffusion proc…

1,3-Oxazin-2-ones vs tetrahydrofurans by iodocyclisation of 2-alkoxycarbonylamino-3-alken-1-ols

2000

Abstract Iodocyclisation of primary homoallylic alcohols 2a – d , containing either a 2- t -butoxy- or a benzyloxycarbonylamino group, was studied, in order to establish the nucleophilic group involved in cyclofunctionalisation. In fact, the N - t -Boc derivative 2a gave the oxazinone 3 , exclusively, whereas starting from the N -Cbz derivative 2b a diastereomeric mixture of substituted tetrahydrofurans 4 and 5 resulted in ratios depending upon the reaction conditions. These results were rationalised by means of computational methods. On the contrary, migration of both the t -butyl or benzyl group to the hydroxy group was observed when both 2c and 2d underwent cyclisation to give the corres…