Axial vectors in DarkCast

Abstract In this work, we explore new spin-1 states with axial couplings to the standard model fermions. We develop a data-driven method to estimate their hadronic decay rates based on data from τ decays and using SU(3)flavor symmetry. We derive the current and future experimental constraints for se...

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Main Authors: Chaja Baruch, Philip Ilten, Yotam Soreq, Mike Williams
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2022-11-01
Series:Journal of High Energy Physics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/JHEP11(2022)124
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Summary:Abstract In this work, we explore new spin-1 states with axial couplings to the standard model fermions. We develop a data-driven method to estimate their hadronic decay rates based on data from τ decays and using SU(3)flavor symmetry. We derive the current and future experimental constraints for several benchmark models. Our framework is generic and can be used for models with arbitrary vectorial and axial couplings to quarks. We have made our calculations publicly available by incorporating them into the DarkCast package, see https://gitlab.com/darkcast/releases .
ISSN:1029-8479