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Observations of Fractons

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Fractals’ Physical Origin and Properties

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The main theoretical predictions on vibrational excitations of fractal networks are first summarized. The application of the fracton theory to glasses and other amorphous materials is then critically discussed. The early experimental evidence for fractons obtained on demonstrated fractal systems is also surveyed. Finally, the extensive observations performed recently on silica aerogels are reviewed.

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  1. IBM Research Division, Zurich Research Laboratory, CH-8803, Rüschlikon, Switzerland

    Eric Courtens

  2. Lab. de Science des Matériaux Vitreux, Univ. des Sciences et Techn. du Languedoc, F-34060, Montpellier, France

    René Vacher & Jacques Pelous

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Courtens, E., Vacher, R., Pelous, J. (1989). Observations of Fractons. In: Pietronero, L. (eds) Fractals’ Physical Origin and Properties. Ettore Majorana International Science Series. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4899-3499-4_17

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