Partial Reduction in the N-Body Planetary Problem using the Angular Momentum Integral

We present a new set of variables for the reduction of the planetary n-body problem, associated to the angular momentum integral, which can be of any use for perturbation theory. The construction of these variables is performed in two steps. A first reduction, called partial is based only on the fixed direction of the angular momentum. The reduction can then be completed using the norm of the angular momentum. In fact, the partial reduction presents many advantages. In particular, we keep some symmetries in the equations of motion (d'Alembert relations). Moreover, in the reduced secular system, we can construct a Birkhoff normal form at any order. Finally, the topology of this problem remains the same as for the non-reduced system, contrarily to Jacobi's reduction where a singularity is present for zero inclinations. For three bodies, these reductions can be done in a very simple way in Poincaré's rectangular variables. In the general n-body case, the reduction can be performed up to a fixed degree in eccentricities and inclinations, using computer algebra expansions. As an example, we provide the truncated expressions for the change of variable in the 4-body case, obtained using the computer algebra system TRIP.     

Numerical studies on the structure of the cosmic ray electron halo in starburst galaxies

The structure of the cosmic ray electron halo of a starburst galaxy depends strongly on the nature of galactic wind and the configuration of the magnetic field. We have investigated these dependencies by solving numerically the propagation of electrons originating in starburst galaxies, most likely in supernova remnants. The calculations are made for several models for the galactic winds and for the configuration of the magnetic fields for comparison with observations. Our simulation of a quasi-radio halo reproduces both the extended structure of ∼9 kpc and the subtle hollow structure near the polar region of the radio halo that are observed in the starburst galaxy NGC 253. These findings suggest the existence of strong galactic wind in NGC 253.      

Charge‐exchange X‐ray emission at hot/cool gas interfaces

Charge‐transfer (CT) X‐ray emission may occur at interfaces between a partially neutral gas and gas possessing high ions, provided there is a relative motion between those two phases. The CTX surface brightness from distant objects must be taken into account if it is not far below other “classical” emission sources, especially the thermal emission from the hot phase. I discuss those conditions and potential spectroscopic or photometric diagnostics. I also mention potential indirect effects of the CT reactions by means of pickup ion production, acceleration and subsequent modification of interface and plasma properties (© 2012 WILEY‐VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

A study on the long term periodicities among the X‐ray binaries: Two new superorbital periods

Long term behaviours of a few selected X‐ray binaries are studied on the basis of RXTE/ASM archive covering a period of ∼13 years of continuous X‐ray data. Two new superorbital periods seem to be revealed for the GX354‐0 and X Persei systems as 8.7 years and 345 days, respectively. Although the X Persei system has two strongest peaks in its power density spectrum at 15.7 years and at 345 days, the latter is much more plausible. The GX354‐0 system also has few additional periodicities appeared in different time intervals (© 2010 WILEY‐VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

Recent discoveries of supersoft X‐ray sources in M 31

Classical novae (CNe) have recently been reported to represent the major class of supersoft X‐ray sources (SSSs) in the central area of our neighbouring galaxy M 31. This paper presents a review of results from recent X‐ray observations of M 31 with XMM‐Newton and Chandra. We carried out a dedicated optical and X‐ray monitoring program of CNe and SSSs in the central area ofM 31. We discovered the first SSSs in M 31 globular clusters (GCs) and their connection to the very first discovered CN in a M 31 GC. This result may have an impact on the CN rate in GCs. Furthermore, in our optical and X‐ray monitoring data we discovered the CN M3 1N 2007‐11a, which shows a very short SSS phase of 29–52 days. Short SSS states (durations ≤ 100 days) of CNe indicate massive white dwarfs (WDs) that are candidate progenitors of supernovae type Ia. In the case of M31N 2007‐11a, the optical and X‐ray light curves suggest a binary containing a WD with M_WD > 1.0 M_⊙. Finally, we present the discovery of the SSS counterpart of the CN M31N 2006‐04a. The X‐ray light curve of M31N 2006‐04a shows short‐time variability, which might indicate an orbital period of about 2 hours (© 2010 WILEY‐VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

Supersoft X‐ray sources

The workshop “Supersoft X‐ray Sources – New Developments” brought together observers and theoretician to discuss the present status and unsolved problems of supersoft source research. A large part of the workshop was devoted to optical novae and their supersoft state. Large samples of supersoft X‐ray sources were presented from nearby galaxies, as well as extensive monitoring campaigns ofbright individual sources. The theoretical modelling oflight curves and high‐resolution X‐ray spectra are well underway, but details are often not yet understood (© 2010 WILEY‐VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

一致性哈希算法在数据库集群上的拓展应用

在数据库集群的研究中,可扩展性是一个重要的性能指标.为实现在数据高速增长或部分集群服务器故障情况下,数据依然能够快速、可靠、安全的分布到新的集群服务器节点上的目的,就必须合理设置数据划分的策略.将Key-Value存储技术中使用的一致性哈希算法思想借鉴运用到并行分析型数据库集群中,提出针对大规模结构化类特殊数据的一致性哈希划分方法,并在MapReduce框架下设计具体的数据划分方案.最后,以TPC-DS作为测试基准,与同类系统进行性能对比测试,实验结果表明方案不仅有良好的划分性能,且扩展性也较好.     

研究生奖助学金评定方法的研究与系统实现

针对研究生奖助学金评定方法存在着一定不科学和不规范的缺陷,提出了奖助学金评定的改进方法,该方法取全部学生的平均成绩作为基准平均分,利用课程平均分与基准平均分的比例关系,把学生的实际成绩换算为同一标准下的换算成绩,再求出学生单学分下平均成绩,加上学生其它相关成绩,则可得到研究生奖助学金评定的综合成绩。系统结合学校研究生管理需求,以数据库为基础,VC为编程语言环境,实现了基于C/S架构的研究生奖助学金评定系统。实践证明,该方法公平、合理、科学,可更有效地发挥奖助学金作用。系统稳定、可靠,可大幅度提升评定的工作效率。     

爆炸装置搜索视景仿真训练系统的设计与实现

为解决搜爆人员在爆炸装置搜索训练过程中,真实训练环境搭建繁琐、人力与物资成本投入大等问题,在分析搜索爆炸装置训练过程的基础上,设计了一套爆炸装置搜索训练视景仿真系统。该系统通过搜爆场景逐级细化的方法构建虚拟场景,且以具有感应能力的三维模型模拟摩尔探测仪与非线性节点探测仪等搜爆工具。基于Open Scene Graph(OSG)图形开发库,以VC++为开发环境实现了爆炸装置搜索训练视景仿真。实践证明:该系统仿真度高,达到了爆炸装置搜索仿真训练的效果,并且运行流畅,沉浸感强。