Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approach

We present an in-depth investigation of heavy-ion fusion dynamics using a six-dimensional Langevin framework that enables unrestricted motion of the asymmetry parameter. The stochastic formalism naturally incorporates friction effects and energy fluctuations, providing a detailed understanding of th...

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Main Authors: Y. Jaganathen, M. Kowal, K. Pomorski
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Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2025-03-01
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description We present an in-depth investigation of heavy-ion fusion dynamics using a six-dimensional Langevin framework that enables unrestricted motion of the asymmetry parameter. The stochastic formalism naturally incorporates friction effects and energy fluctuations, providing a detailed understanding of the fusion process. The dynamics transition into the overdamped regime, facilitating rapid neck stabilization while effectively capturing the interplay between shape and rotational degrees of freedom. This approach achieves excellent agreement with experimental spin distributions and fusion cross-sections, establishing a robust foundation for forthcoming studies on the synthesis of superheavy elements and the exploration of the enigmatic fusion hindrance mechanism.
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spelling doaj-art-d407568f788649f3962c94f304f547f32025-02-07T04:46:50ZengElsevierPhysics Letters B0370-26932025-03-01862139302Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approachY. Jaganathen0M. Kowal1K. Pomorski2National Centre for Nuclear Research, Pasteura 7, 02-093 Warsaw, PolandCorresponding author.; National Centre for Nuclear Research, Pasteura 7, 02-093 Warsaw, PolandNational Centre for Nuclear Research, Pasteura 7, 02-093 Warsaw, PolandWe present an in-depth investigation of heavy-ion fusion dynamics using a six-dimensional Langevin framework that enables unrestricted motion of the asymmetry parameter. The stochastic formalism naturally incorporates friction effects and energy fluctuations, providing a detailed understanding of the fusion process. The dynamics transition into the overdamped regime, facilitating rapid neck stabilization while effectively capturing the interplay between shape and rotational degrees of freedom. This approach achieves excellent agreement with experimental spin distributions and fusion cross-sections, establishing a robust foundation for forthcoming studies on the synthesis of superheavy elements and the exploration of the enigmatic fusion hindrance mechanism.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0370269325000620Heavy-ion collisionFusion mechanismDissipative dynamicsLangevin equation
spellingShingle Y. Jaganathen
M. Kowal
K. Pomorski
Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approach
Physics Letters B
Heavy-ion collision
Fusion mechanism
Dissipative dynamics
Langevin equation
title Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approach
title_full Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approach
title_fullStr Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approach
title_full_unstemmed Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approach
title_short Demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy-ion collisions: A six-dimensional Langevin dissipative dynamics approach
title_sort demystifying the fusion mechanism in heavy ion collisions a six dimensional langevin dissipative dynamics approach
topic Heavy-ion collision
Fusion mechanism
Dissipative dynamics
Langevin equation
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0370269325000620
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