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Retraction: Phase transitions, percolation, fracture of materials, and deep learning [Phys. Rev. E 102, 011001(R)
Physical Review. E
|November 16, 2021
Summary
This study has been retracted due to issues with the original publication. The findings regarding complex systems and statistical mechanics are no longer considered valid.
Area of Science:
- Physics
- Complex Systems
- Statistical Mechanics
Context:
- The original study, identified by DOI: 10.1103/PhysRevE.102.011001, explored phenomena within complex systems.
- It applied principles of statistical mechanics to analyze these systems.
Purpose:
- To present findings related to complex systems and statistical mechanics.
- To contribute to the understanding of physical phenomena in these domains.
Summary:
- The article published under DOI: 10.1103/PhysRevE.102.011001 has been officially retracted.
- This retraction invalidates the previously reported results and conclusions.
Impact:
- The retraction necessitates a re-evaluation of the scientific record concerning this specific publication.
- Researchers should be aware of this retraction when consulting literature in complex systems and statistical mechanics.
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