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Lucas Lombriser1, Fergus Simpson2, Alexander Mead1
1Institute for Astronomy, University of Edinburgh, Royal Observatory, Blackford Hill, Edinburgh EH9 3HJ, United Kingdom.
Modified gravity theories require screening in dense regions. By analyzing the matter power spectrum and excluding high-density areas, scientists can better test these cosmic acceleration models and constrain modified gravity theories like chameleon gravity.
Area of Science:
- Cosmology
- Theoretical Physics
- Astrophysics
Background:
- Modified gravity theories attempt to explain cosmic acceleration but require screening mechanisms in dense regions like the Solar System.
- Screening mechanisms can limit the cosmological constraints on these modified gravity models.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a method for discriminating modified gravity models from the standard cosmological model by analyzing the matter power spectrum.
- To improve constraints on modified gravity theories by accounting for screening effects.
Main Methods:
- Analyzing the matter power spectrum by suppressing contributions from screened high-density regions.
- Employing N-body simulations for f(R) models and the halo model for chameleon theories.
- Investigating the applicability of the method to the Vainshtein mechanism.
Main Results:
- Suppressing high-density contributions allows for better discrimination of modified gravity models.
- A percent-level measurement of clipped power can provide stringent constraints on chameleon models.
- The method is effective for both chameleon gravity and the Vainshtein mechanism.
Conclusions:
- Excluding screened regions from the matter power spectrum analysis enhances the ability to test modified gravity.
- This approach offers more stringent constraints than traditional Solar System tests or dwarf galaxy observations.
- The proposed method provides a robust way to probe modified gravity theories and cosmic acceleration.
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