The $\rho$-meson longitudinal leading-twist distribution amplitude

TL;DR

This paper introduces a new model for the $ ho$-meson distribution amplitude, uses it to derive sum rules for $B o ho$ transition form factors, and compares predictions with lattice QCD and experimental data.

Contribution

A novel $ ho$-meson distribution amplitude model controlled by a single parameter, with implications for $B o ho$ transitions and $|V_{ub}|$ extraction.

Findings

Proper parameter choice aligns TFFs with lattice QCD.

Larger $B^{ ext{||}}_{2; ho}$ increases $|V_{ub}|$.

The DA shape is doubly-humped to match BABAR data.

Abstract

In the present paper, we suggest a convenient model for the vector $\rho$-meson longitudinal leading-twist distribution amplitude $\phi_{2;\rho}^\|$, whose distribution is controlled by a single parameter $B^\|_{2;\rho}$. By choosing proper chiral current in the correlator, we obtain new light-cone sum rules (LCSR) for the $B\to\rho$ TFFs $A_1$, $A_2$ and $V$, in which the $\delta^1$-order $\phi_{2;\rho}^\|$ provides dominant contributions. Then we make a detailed discussion on the $\phi_{2;\rho}^\|$ properties via those $B\to\rho$ TFFs. A proper choice of $B^\|_{2;\rho}$ can make all the TFFs agree with the lattice QCD predictions. A prediction of $|V_{\rm ub}|$ has also been presented by using the extrapolated TFFs, which indicates that a larger $B^{\|}_{2;\rho}$ leads to a larger $|V_{\rm ub}|$. To compare with the BABAR data on $|V_{\rm ub}|$, the longitudinal leading-twist DA $\phi_{2;\rho}^\|$ prefers a doubly-humped behavior.