Finite-time Future Singularities Research Articles

Late-time constraints on barotropic fluid cosmology

We investigate the cosmological implications of the Friedmann-Robertson-Walker (FRW) model having a flat-spatial section with barotropic fluid. We examine the resulting cosmological scenario obtained by solving the continuity equation. The model may yield the accelerating universe expansion from the transition of decelerated phase, subjected to the best fit values. We confront the cosmological model with the recent observational data, namely the Observational Hubble Data (OHD) and Supernovae type Ia (SN Ia) data. The model exhibits good agreement with these observational data sets. For the best fit values of the model parameters, the universe approaches to the Λ cold dark matter (ΛCDM) model in the distant future. Energy conditions except strong energy conditions are satisfied in the model. Analysis of the equation of state (EoS) parameter and statefinder diagnostic highlight that the phantom scenario does not arise for the best fit values. The universe is free from the finite-time future singularities in the model.

Scale covariant theory as a dark energy model

We consider it worthy if we could construct a realistic model universe that would enable us to identify a clue about the source of dark energy. So, we develop a Scale Covariant Theory model universe considering a 5D spherically symmetric space-time. It is predicted that the constructed model itself behaves as a phantom energy model/ source that tends to a de Sitter phase avoiding the finite-time future singularity (big rip). The model universe is isotropic and is free from an initial singularity. The gravitational constant [Formula: see text] decreases with a variation of [Formula: see text][Formula: see text] and the Hubble parameter is estimated to be [Formula: see text]. We also provide a thorough analysis of the cosmological findings with graphical representations.

Energy conditions in extended f(R, G, T) gravity

In this paper, we consider the flat FriedmannLematreRobertson-Walker metric in the presence of perfect fluid models and extended f(R, G, T) gravity (where R is the Ricci scalar, G is the Gauss Bonnet invariant and T stands for trace of energy momentum tensor). In this context, we assume some specific realistic f(R, G, T) models configuration that could be used to explore the finite-time future singularities that arise in late-time cosmic accelerating phases. In this scenario, we choose the most recent estimated values for the Hubble, deceleration, snap and jerk parameters to develop the viability and bounds on the models parameters induced by different energy conditions.

Multiple fluid theory of cosmic evolution and its thermodynamic analysis

In this paper we have discussed the modified gravity and scalar field DE model specifically DBI essence model with the analysis of thermodynamics during cosmological evolution. We have used the modified gravity with the form f(R,T)=R+2\Lambda T in our calculations. The basic aim behind this paper is to discuss a theory that unifies modified gravity with DE models including the solutions of some cosmological problems like thermodynamics energy conditions violation problems, finite time future singularity problems, initial singularity problem, Cosmic inflation problem, decelerated expansion problem, graceful exit problem, reheating problem, bouncing nature problem, phase transformation-spontaneous symmetry breaking problem, negative heat capacity paradox problem and obviously the present day universe problems (Continuously decreasing temperature problem, present day DE dominated expansion problem). We have established the viscous effects (both positive and negative viscosity) in our calculation and discussed the negative-positive viscosity by introducing two special type of energy cycles. Finally, we have discussed the stability conditions for universe evolution through cosmic perturbation and resolved the instability problems. We have also shown the state finder trajectories for both with and without viscous fluid on the basis of our calculations to compare our research with the results of other independent DE models

Cosmological sudden singularities in f(R, T) gravity

In this work, we study the possibility of finite-time future cosmological singularities appearing in f(R, T) gravity, where R is the Ricci scalar and T is the trace of the stress-energy tensor. We present the theory in both the geometrical and the dynamically equivalent scalar–tensor representation and obtain the respective equations of motion. In a background Friedmann–Lemaître–Robertson–Walker (FLRW) universe with an arbitrary curvature and for a generic C^infty function f(R, T), we prove that the conservation of the stress-energy tensor prevents the appearance of sudden singularities in the cosmological context at any order in the time-derivatives of the scale factor. However, if this assumption is dropped, the theory allows for sudden singularities to appear at the level of the third time-derivative of the scale factor a(t), which are compensated by divergences in either the first time-derivatives of the energy density rho (t) or the isotropic pressure p(t). For these cases, we introduce a cosmological model featuring a sudden singularity that is consistent with the current measurements for the cosmological parameters, namely, the Hubble constant, deceleration parameter, and age of the universe, and provide predictions for the still unmeasured jerk and snap parameters. Finally, we analyse the constraints on a particular model of the function f(R, T) that guarantees that the system evolves in a direction favorable to the energy conditions at the divergence time.

Cosmological future singularities in massive gravity and massive bigravity

We study the future cosmological singularities in the framework of massive gravity and minimal massive bigravity theory. In this regards, we consider the possible classes of finite-time future singularities such as sudden, big rip, big freeze and big brake singularities in the massive universe. In dRGT model with an open expanding universe we obtain the sudden singularity in the future at a finite-time which generally without taking account of any particular realistic equation of state, is not avoidable and except the fluid density, all dynamical physical quantities such as pressure approach to infinity. To complete our study, we search the future cosmological singularities in the context of minimal massive bigravity theory and we find that the cosmology of this theory suffers from the sudden and big brake singularities, in which we can see that the parameters of the model approaches to zero the sudden singularity can be removed.

Thermodynamics and energy condition analysis for Van-Der-Waals EOS without viscous cosmology

In this paper we have studied Van-Der-Waals fluid system with the generalized EOS as as discussed in the recent works of Kremer, G.M [1, 4], Vardiashvili, G [2], Jantsch, R.C [3], Capozziello, S [5]. and are functions of energy density and time that are different for the three types of Van der Waals fluid which are one parameter model, two parameters model and three parameters model. We have studied the changes in the parameters for different cosmic phases. We have also investigated the thermodynamics and the stability conditions for these three models. Finally, we have resolved the finite time future singularity problems.

Energy conditions for inhomogeneous EOS and its thermodynamics analysis with the resolution on finite time future singularity problems

In this paper, we study two different cases of inhomogeneous EOS of the form [Formula: see text]. We derive the energy density of dark fluid and dark matter component for both the cases. Further, we calculate the evolution of energy density, gravitational constant and cosmological constant. We also explore the finite time singularity and thermodynamic stability conditions for the two cases of EOS. Finally, we discuss the thermodynamics of inhomogeneous EOS with the derivation of internal energy, Temperature and entropy and also show that all the stability conditions are satisfied for the two cases of EOS.

Phase space analysis of the Umami Chaplygin model

In this paper, we analyze the universe evolution and phase space behavior of the Umami Chaplygin model, where the Umami Chaplygin fluid replaces both a dark energy and a dark and baryonic matter. We find the Umami Chaplygin model can be stable against perturbations under some conditions and can be used to explain the late-time cosmic acceleration. The results of phase space analysis show that there exists a late-time accelerated expansion attractor with [Formula: see text], which indicates the Umami Chaplygin fluid can behave as a cosmological constant. Moreover, the Umami Chaplygin model can describe the expansion history of the universe. The evolutionary trajectories of the statefinder diagnostic pairs and the finite time future singularities are also discussed.

Dark energy and cosmological horizon thermal effects

We investigate various dark energy models by taking into account the thermal effects induced from Hawking radiation on the apparent horizon of the Universe, for example near a finite-time future singularity. If the dark energy density increases as the Universe expands, the Universe's evolution reaches a singularity of II type (or sudden future singularity). The second derivative of scale factor diverges but the first remains finite. Quasi-de Sitter evolution can change on sudden future singularity in the case of having an effective cosmological constant larger than the maximum possible value of the energy density of the Universe. Another interesting feature of cosmological solution is the possibility of a transition between deceleration and acceleration for quintessence dark energy with a simple equation of state. Finally, we investigate which fluid component can remedy Big Rip singularities and other crushing type singularities.

Constructions of f(R,G,𝒯) gravity from some expansions of the Universe

Here we propose the extended modified gravity theory named [Formula: see text] gravity where [Formula: see text] is the Ricci scalar, [Formula: see text] is the Gauss–Bonnet invariant, and [Formula: see text] is the trace of the stress-energy tensor. We derive the gravitational field equations in [Formula: see text] gravity by taking the least action principle. Next we construct the [Formula: see text] in terms of [Formula: see text], [Formula: see text] and [Formula: see text] in de Sitter as well as power-law expansion. We also construct [Formula: see text] if the expansion follows the finite-time future singularity (big rip singularity). We investigate the energy conditions in this modified theory of gravity and examine the validity of all energy conditions.

Understanding the phenomenology of interacting dark energy scenarios and their theoretical bounds

Non-gravitational interaction between dark matter and dark energy has been considered in a spatially flat Friedmann-Lema\^{i}tre-Robertson-Walker (FLRW) universe. The interaction rate is assumed to be linear in the energy densities of dark matter and dark energy and it is also proportional to the Hubble rate of the FLRW universe. This kind of interaction model leads to an autonomous linear dynamical system, and depending on the coupling parameters, could be solved analytically by calculating the exponential of the matrix, defining the system. We show here that such interaction rate has a very deep connection with some well known cosmological theories. We then investigate the theoretical bounds on the coupling parameters of the interaction rate in order that the energy densities of the dark sector remain positive throughout the evolution of the universe and asymptotically converge to zero at very late times. Our analyses also point out that such linear interacting model may encounter with finite time future singularities depending on the coupling parameters as well as the dark energy state parameter.

Cosmological singularities in conformal Weyl gravity

In this work, we study the issue of the past and future cosmological singularities in the context of the fourth-order conformal Weyl gravity. In particular, we investigate the emergent universe scenario proposed by Ellis et al., and find the stability conditions of the corresponding Einstein static state using the fixed point approach. We show that depending on the values of the parameters of the conformal Weyl gravity theory, there are possibilities for having initially stable emergent states for an FRW universe with both the positive and negative spatial curvatures. This represents that the conformal Weyl gravity can be free of the initial singularity problem. Then, following Barrow et al., we address the possible types of the finite-time future cosmological singularities. We discuss how these singularities also can be avoided in the context of this theory.

$\Lambda$CDM-like models with future singularities

We consider new models of dark energy with finite time future singularities, by introducing the pressure density as a function of the scale factor. This approach gives acceptable phenomenological models of dark energy, that resemble that of the cosmological constant up to the present, which face future singularities at finite time and finite scale factor. Exact scalar field model representation was found for quintessence, Big Rip and type III singularity models. The simple form of the equation of state allows to establish a relationship between its current value, w0, and the time or redshift at which the singularity takes place. The effect on the growth of matter perturbations is analyzed.

Parameterizing Dark Energy Models and Study of Finite Time Future Singularities

A review on spatially flat D-dimensional Friedmann-Robertson-Walker (FRW) model of the universe has been performed. Some standard parameterizations of the equation of state parameter of the dark energy models are proposed and the possibilities of finite time future singularities are investigated. It is found that certain types of these singularities may appear by tuning some parameters appropriately. Moreover, for a scalar field theoretic description of the model, it was found that the model undergoes bouncing solutions in some favorable cases.

Finite scale factor and future singularities

The main characteristic of the dark energy is its negative pressure. In a homogeneous and isotropic FRW background, we consider several models for the dark energy fluid, which lead to finite time future singularities of the type I-IV, by introducing the pressure density as a function of the scale factor. This approach gives acceptable behavior of the dark energy equation of state. We give various numerical examples of models with type I-IV singularities, that show very similar late time behavior, making it difficult to determine the type of singularity that would take place in the future.

Cosmological singularities in interacting dark energy models with an ω(q) parametrization

Future singularities arising in a family of models for the expanding universe, characterized by sharing a convenient parametrization of the energy budget in terms of the deceleration parameter, are classified. Finite-time future singularities are known to appear in many cosmological scenarios, in particular, in the presence of viscosity or nongravitational interactions, the last being known to be able to suppress or just change in some cases the type of the cosmological singularity. Here, a family of models with a parametrization of the energy budget in terms of the deceleration parameter are studied in the light of Gaussian processes using reconstructed data from [Formula: see text]-value [Formula: see text] datasets. Eventually, the form of the possible nongravitational interaction between dark energy and dark matter is constructed from these smoothed [Formula: see text] data. Using phase space analysis, it is shown that a noninteracting model with dark energy [Formula: see text] ([Formula: see text] being the deceleration parameter) may evolve, after starting from a matter-dominated unstable state, into a de Sitter universe (the solution being in fact a stable node). Moreover, for a model with interaction term [Formula: see text] ([Formula: see text] is a parameter and [Formula: see text], the Hubble constant) three stable critical points are obtained, which may have important astrophysical implications. In addition, part of the paper is devoted to a general discussion of the finite-time future singularities obtained from direct numerical integration of the field equations, since they appear in many cosmological scenarios and could be useful for future extended studies of the models here introduced. Numerical solutions for the new models, produce finite-time future singularities of Type I or Type III, or an [Formula: see text]-singularity, provided general relativity describes the background dynamics.

Energy conditions in modified f(G) gravity

In this paper, we have considered flat Friedmann-Lema\^{i}tre-Robertson-Walker metric in the framework of perfect fluid models and modified $f(G)$ gravity (where $G$ is the Gauss Bonnet invariant). Particularly, we have considered particular realistic $f(G)$ configurations that could be used to cure finite-time future singularities arising in the late-time cosmic accelerating epochs. We have then developed the viability bounds of these models induced by weak and null energy conditions, by using the recent estimated numerical figures of the deceleration, Hubble, snap and jerk parameters.

An equation of state for purely kinetic k-essence inspired by cosmic topological defects

We investigate the physical properties of a purely kinetic k-essence model with an equation of state motivated in superconducting membranes. We compute the equation of state parameter w and discuss its physical evolution via a nonlinear equation of state. Using the adiabatic speed of sound and energy density, we restrict the range of parameters of the model in order to have an acceptable physical behavior. We study the evolution of the scale factor and address the question of the possible existence of finite-time future singularities. Furthermore, we analyze the evolution of the luminosity distance mathrm{d}_{L} with redshift z by comparing (normalizing) it with the Lambda CDM model. Since the equation of state parameter is z-dependent the evolution of the luminosity distance is also analyzed using the Alcock–Paczyński test.

Finite time future singularities in the interacting dark sector

We construct a piecewise model that gives a physical viable realization of finite-time future singularity for a spatially flat Friedmann-Robertson-Walker universe within the interacting dark matter--dark energy framework, with the latter one in the form of a variable vacuum energy. The scale factor solutions provided by the model are accommodated in several branches defined in four regions delimited by the scale factor and the effective energy density. A branch starts from a big bang singularity and describes an expanding matter-dominated universe until the sudden future singularity occurs. Then, an expanding branch emerges from a past singularity, reaches a maximum, reverses its expansion and possibly collapses into itself while another expanding branch emerges from the latter singularity and has a stable de Sitter phase which is intrinsically stable. We obtain a different piecewise scale factor which describes a contracting de Sitter universe in the distant past until the finite-time future singularity happens. It emerges and continues in a contracting phase, bounces at the minimum, reverses, and enters into a stable de Sitter phase without a dramatic final. Also, we explore the aforesaid cosmic scenarios by focusing on the leading contributions of some physical quantities near the sudden future singularity and applying the geometric Tipler and Kr\'olak criteria in order to inspect the behavior of timelike geodesic curves around such singularity.