THE SMOOTHING EFFECT IN SHARP GEVREY SPACE FOR THE SPATIALLY HOMOGENEOUS NON-CUTOFF BOLTZMANN EQUATIONS WITH A HARDPOTENTIAL

In this article, we study the smoothing effect of the Cauchy problem for the spatially homogeneous non-cutoff Boltzmann equation for hard potentials. It has long been suspected that the non-cutoff Boltzmann equation enjoys similar regularity properties as to whose of the fractional heat equation. We prove that any solution with mild regularity will become smooth in Gevrey class at positive time, with a sharp Gevrey index, depending on the angular singularity. Our proof relies on the elementary L^(2) weighted estimates.

A novel incompressible finite-difference lattice Boltzmann equation for particle-laden flow

In this paper, we propose a novel incompressible finite-difference lattice Boltzmann Equation （FDLBE）. Because source terms that reflect the interaction between phases can be accurately described, the new model is suitable for simulating two-way coupling incompressible multiphase flow The 2-D particle-laden flow over a backward-facing step is chosen as a test case to validate the present method. Favorable results are obtained and the present scheme is shown to have good prospects in practical applications.

Investigation on the Dielectric Properties of CO2 and CO2-Based Gases Based on the Boltzmann Equation Analysis

In this paper, the dielectric properties of CO2, CO2/air, CO2/O2, CO2/N2, CO2/CF4, CO2/CH4, CO2/He, C02/H2, CO2/NH3 and CO2/CO were investigated based on the Boltzmann equation analysis, in which the reduced critical electric field strength （E/N）cr of the gases was derived from the calculated electron energy distribution function （EEDF） by solv- ing the Boltzmann transport equation. In this work, it should be noted that the fundamental data were carefully selected by the published experimental results and calculations to ensure the validity of the calculation. The results indicate that if He, H2, N2 and CH4, in which there axe high ionization coefficients or a lack of attachment reactions, are added into CO2, the dielectric properties will decrease. On the other hand, air, O2, NH3 and CFa （ranked in terms of （E/N）cr value in increasing order） have the potential to improve the dielectric property of CO2 at room temperature.

CAUCHY PROBLEM FOR LINEARIZED NON-CUTOFF BOLTZMANN EQUATION WITH DISTRIBUTION INITIAL DATUM

In this article, we study the Cauchy problem for the linearized spatially homogeneous non-cutoff Boltzamnn equation with Maxwellian molecules. By using the spectral decomposition, we solve the Cauchy problem with initial datum in the sense of distribution, which contains the dual space of a Gelfand-Shilov class. We also prove that this solution belongs to the Gelfand-Shilov space for any positive time.

MACROSCOPIC REGULARITY FOR THE BOLTZMANN EQUATION

The regularity of solutions to the Boltzmann equation is a fundamental problem in the kinetic theory. In this paper, the case with angular cut-off is investigated. It is shown that the macroscopic parts of solutions to the Boltzmann equation, i.e., the density, momentum and total energy are continuous functions of （x, t） in the region R3 × （0, ＋∞）. More precisely, these macroscopic quantities immediately become continuous in any positive time even though they are initially discontinuous and the discontinuities of solutions propagate only in the microscopic level. It should be noted that such kind of phenomenon can not hap- pen for the compressible Navier-Stokes equations in which the initial discontinuities of the density never vanish in any finite time, see [22]. This hints that the Boltzmann equation has better regularity effect in the macroscopic level than compressible Navier-Stokes equations.

BOUNDED SOLUTION OF THE RELATIVISTIC BOLTZMANN EQUATION

In either a periodic box Td or Rd （1 ≤ d ≤ 3）, we obtain global bounded solution of the relativistic Boltzmann equation near global relativistic Maxwellian, in terms of natural mass, energy conservation and the entropy inequality.

EXISTENCE OF INFINITE ENERGY SOLUTION TO THE INELASTIC BOLTZMANN EQUATION WITH EXTERNAL FORCE

In this paper, the Cauchy problem for the inelastic Boltzmann equation with external force is considered in the case of initial data with infinite energy. More precisely, under the assumptions on the bicharacteristic generated by external force, we prove the global existence of solution for small initial data compared to the local Maxwellian exp（-p｜x - v｜^2）, which has infinite mass and energy.

Asymptotic Solutions of the Kinetic Boltzmann Equation and Multicomponent Non-Equilibrium Gas Dynamics

In the article correct method for the kinetic Boltzmann equation asymptotic solution is formulated, the Hilbert’s and Enskog’s methods are discussed. The equations system of multicomponent non- equilibrium gas dynamics is derived, that corresponds to the first order in the approximate (asym- ptotic) method for solution of the system of kinetic Boltzmann equations.

Gedanken Experiment for Using Boltzmann Equation for Relic Graviton Frequencies, in Pre-Planckian Physics and the Independence of Relic Graviton Density from Either Single Repeating Universe Models or Multiverses

We look at what may occur if Boltzmann equations, as presented by Murayama in 2007, Les Houches, are applied to graviton density in a pre-Planckian universe setting. Two restrictions are in order. First of all, we are assuming a graviton mass on the order of 10?62 grams, as if the pre-Planckian regime does not change the nature of Graviton mass, in its low end. Secondly, we are also assuming that a comparatively low temperature regime (far below the Planckian temperature) exists. Finally we are leaving unsaid what may happen if Gravitational waves enter the Planck regime of ultra-high temperature. With those three considerations, we proceed to examine a Graviton density value resulting from perturbation from low to higher temperatures. In the end an ultra- hot Pre big bang cosmology will yield essentially no early universe information transfer crossovers to our present cosmological system. This is not affected by the choice if we have a single repeating universe, or a multiverse. A cold pre inflationary state yields a very different situation. Initial frequencies of Gravitons, though, as outlined may be different in the multiverse case, as opposed to the single repeating universe case. We close with comments as to Bicep 2, and how this document has material as to how to avoid the BICEP 2 disaster. And about choosing between either the possibility of massless Scalar-Tensor Gravity as the correct theory of gravitation or conventional GR.

Investigation of Acoustomagnetoelectric Effect in Bandgap Graphene by the Boltzmann Transport Equation

We study the acoustomagnetoelectric (AME) effect in two-dimensional graphene with an energy bandgap using the semiclassical Boltzmann transport equation within the hypersound regime, (where represents the acoustic wavenumber and is the mean free path of the electron). The Boltzmann transport equation and other relevant equations were solved analytically to obtain an expression for the AME current density, consisting of longitudinal and Hall components. Our numerical results indicate that both components of the AME current densities display oscillatory behaviour. Furthermore, geometric resonances and Weiss oscillations were each defined using the relationship between the current density and Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) frequency and the inverse of the applied magnetic field, respectively. Our results show that the AME current density of bandgap graphene, which can be controlled to suit a particular electronic device application, is smaller than that of (gapless) graphene and is therefore, more suited for nanophotonic device applications.

The Gevrey smoothing effect for the spatially inhomogeneous Boltzmann equations without cut-off

In this article we study the Gevrey regularization effect for the spatially inhomogeneous Boltzmann equation without angular cut-off.This equation is partially elliptic in the velocity direction and degenerates in the spatial variable.We consider the nonlinear Cauchy problem for the fluctuation around the Maxwellian distribution and prove that any solution with mild regularity will become smooth in the Gevrey class at positive time with the Gevrey index depending on the angular singularity.Our proof relies on the symbolic calculus for the collision operator and the global subelliptic estimate for the Cauchy problem of the linearized Boltzmann operator.

STABILITY OF DISSIPATIVE BOLTZMANN EQUATION FOR ONE-DIMENSIONAL GRANULAR GASES

In this paper, the stability of the dissipative Boltzmann equation is investigated under the influence of an external source of energy for the spatially homogeneous case. Using probability distance, we give an estimate to show the uniform stability of the solution.

Boltzmann Equations with Quantum Effects (2): Entropy Identity, Existence and Uniqueness of Spatial Decay Solutions

A previous study is continued by investigating the Boltzmann equation for particles with quantum effects (BQE). First, the corresponding entropy identity is proved, then if the initial data f(x,v,0) satisfies 0≤f(x,v,0)≤CΦ(x,v,0) for a constant 0<C<∞ and function Φ(x,v,t), we prove the existence and uniqueness of spatial decay solutions of the BQE within a given function space B(Φ) using fixed point theory. Moreover, if there is a continuous function F(x,v) which belongs to a function set, then there exists a mild solution f(x,v,t) of the BQE such that f ∞(x,v)= limt→∞f(x+vt,v,t)=F(x,v).

Globally hyperbolic moment model of arbitrary order for the three-dimensional special relativistic Boltzmann equation with the Anderson-Witting collision

This paper continues to derive the globally hyperbolic moment model of arbitrary order for the three-dimensional special relativistic Boltzmann equation with the Anderson-Witting collision.The method is the model reduction by the operator projection.Finding an orthogonal basis of the weighted polynomial space is crucial and built on infinite families of the complicate relativistic Grad type orthogonal polynomials depending on a parameter and the real spherical harmonics instead of the irreducible tensors.We study the properties of those functions carefully,including their recurrence relations,their derivatives with respect to the independent variable and the parameter,and the zeros of the orthogonal polynomials.Our moment model is proved to be globally hyperbolic and linearly stable.Moreover,the Lorentz covariance,the quasi-one-dimensional case,and the non-relativistic and ultra-relativistic limits are also studied.

Boltzmann Equations with Quantum Effects (1):Long Time Behavior of Spatial Decay Solutions

The Boltzmann equations for Fermi-Dirac particles and Bose-Einstein particles, both in the absence of external force fields, are combined into a more general form called the Boltzmann equation with quantum effects (BQE). It is assumed that the initial data f(x,v,0) satisfies 0≤f(x,v,0)≤cΦ(x,v,0) for a positive constant c and certain types of control functions Φ(x,v,t). Then within a given function space B(Φ), we prove that f(x+tv,v,t) uniformly converges to f ∞(x,v) in a certain norm where f ∞(x,v)= limt→∞f(x+tv,v,t) and different initial data determines different long time limits.

Heat Transfer Problem for the Boltzmann Equation in a Channel with Diffusive Boundary Condition

In this paper,the authors study the 1 D steady Boltzmann flow in a channel.The walls of the channel are assumed to have vanishing velocity and given temperaturesθ0andθ1.This problem was studied by Esposito-Lebowitz-Marra(1994,1995)where they showed that the solution tends to a local Maxwellian with parameters satisfying the compressible Navier-Stokes equation with no-slip boundary condition.However,a lot of numerical experiments reveal that the fluid layer does not entirely stick to the boundary.In the regime where the Knudsen number is reasonably small,the slip phenomenon is significant near the boundary.Thus,they revisit this problem by taking into account the slip boundary conditions.Following the lines of[Coron,F.,Derivation of slip boundary conditions for the Navier-Stokes system from the Boltzmann equation,J.Stat.Phys.,54(3-4),1989,829-857],the authors will first give a formal asymptotic analysis to see that the flow governed by the Boltzmann equation is accurately approximated by a superposition of a steady CNS equation with a temperature jump condition and two Knudsen layers located at end points.Then they will establish a uniform L∞estimate on the remainder and derive the slip boundary condition for compressible Navier-Stokes equations rigorously.

Viscosity Analysis on the Boltzmann Equation

This paper is devoted to investigating the asymptotic properties of the renormalized so- lution to the viscosity equation δtfε ＋ v · △↓xfε = Q（fε, fε） ＋ ε△vfε as ε →0＋. We deduce that the renormalized solution of the viscosity equation approaches to the one of the Boltzmann equation in L^1（（0, T） × RN × R^N）. The proof is based on compactness analysis and velocity averaging theory.

Asymptotic Preserving Schemes for Semiconductor Boltzmann Equation in the Diffusive Regime

As is known,the numerical stiffness arising from the small mean free path is one of the main difficulties in the kinetic equations.In this paper,we derive both the split and the unsplit schemes for the linear semiconductor Boltzmann equation with a diffusive scaling.In the two schemes,the anisotropic collision operator is realized by the“BGK”-penalty method,which is proposed by Filbet and Jin[F.Filbet and S.Jin,J.Comp.Phys.229(20),7625-7648,2010]for the kinetic equations and the related problems having stiff sources.According to the numerical results,both of the schemes are shown to be uniformly convergent and asymptotic-preserving.Besides,numerical evidences suggest that the unsplit scheme has a better numerical stability than the split scheme.

THREE WAY DECOMPOSITION FOR THE BOLTZMANN EQUATION

The initial value problem for the spatially homogeneous Boltzmann equation is considered. A deterministic numerical scheme for this problem is developed by the use of the three way decomposition of the unknown function as well as of the collision integral. On this way, almost linear complexity of the algorithm is achieved. Some numerical examples are presented.

DSMC: Fast direct simulation Monte Carlo solver for the Boltzmann equation by Multi-Chain Markov Chain and multicore programming

Direct Simulation Monte Carlo(DSMC)solves the Boltzmann equation with large Knudsen number.The Boltzmann equation generally consists of three terms:the force term,the diffusion term and the collision term.While the first two terms of the Boltzmann equation can be discretized by numerical methods such as the finite volume method,the third term can be approximated by DSMC,and DSMC simulates the physical behaviors of gas molecules.However,because of the low sampling efficiency of Monte Carlo Simulation in DSMC,this part usually occupies large portion of computational costs to solve the Boltzmann equation.In this paper,by Markov Chain Monte Carlo(MCMC)and multicore programming,we develop Direct Simulation Multi-Chain Markov Chain Monte Carlo(DSMC3):a fast solver to calculate the numerical solution for the Boltzmann equation.Computational results show that DSMC3 is significantly faster than the conventional method DSMC.