Investigation of the formation of superheavy elements with atomic numbers 116 and 120 through Ti 50 -induced reactions
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The synthesis of superheavy elements provides crucial insights into the stability and structure of nuclei at the limits of the periodic table. This study investigates the Ti 50 + Pu 244 and Ti 50 + Cf 251 reactions as pathways to form superheavy elements (SHEs) 116 (livermorium) and 120, respectively. Using the dinuclear system model, key parameters such as fusion probability and fusion cross section were calculated. These findings were used to examine neutron emission and survival probability through a statistical approach. The reaction Ti 50 + Pu 244 is explored as a continuation of experimental efforts to extend the known isotopic range of element 116, while the Ti 50 + Cf 251 reaction represents a frontier for the synthesis of element 120. The role of shell effects, excitation energy, and angular momentum on the production and stability of these nuclei is discussed. The results provide theoretical predictions to guide future experimental efforts aimed at advancing our understanding of the island of stability and the limits of nuclear existence.
Source: Physical Review C
Author: Bakhodir Kayumov
Institution: New Uzbekistan University
Language: English
Subfield: Nuclear and High Energy Physics
Field: Physics and Astronomy
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4410496596