Fractional Processes and Systems in Computer Science and Engineering

A special issue of Fractal and Fractional (ISSN 2504-3110). This special issue belongs to the section "Engineering".

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Ocean College, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China
Interests: fractal time series; long-range dependent processes; self-similar processes; fractional derivative; fractional processes; fractional oscillation equation; fractional Brownian motion; fractional Gaussian noise and its applications; ships and ocean engineering; network traffic; computer science; mathematics; statistics; mechanics; systems sciences
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Interests: spatiotemporal data analysis; remote sensing; spatiotemporal geostatistics; artificial intelligence; blue carbon
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Fractional processes and systems are increasingly attracting the interest of researchers in various fields, ranging from computer science to geophysics. This Special Issue focuses on two aspects: One is the theory of fractional processes and systems. The other is the applications of fractional processes and systems in fields such as computer science, data communications, network security, solid mechanics, marine science, ecology, and so on.

The aim of this Special Issue is to develop the theory and applications of fractional processes and systems, including the application of fractional processes to computer networks and applications of fractional systems in engineering, such as fractional vibrations, fractional mechanics, applications of fractal dimensions to ecosystem research such as biodiversity identification, and so forth.

This Special Issue aims at collecting high-quality papers, including original research articles, perspectives, and reviews, covering recent advances in the areas of, but not limited to, the theory and applications of fractional processes and systems.

Prof. Dr. Ming Li
Dr. Junyu He
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Keywords

  • fractional processes
  • fractional systems
  • fractal dimensions
  • fractal time series
  • long-range dependence
  • fractal paths
  • anomalous diffusion behavior
  • stochastic processes
  • fractional Brownian motion
  • fractional derivative
  • fractional Gaussian noise
  • fractional models

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Fractional Calculus to Analyze Efficiency Behavior in a Balancing Loop in a System Dynamics Environment
by Jorge Manuel Barrios-Sánchez, Roberto Baeza-Serrato and Leonardo Martínez-Jiménez
Fractal Fract. 2024, 8(4), 212; https://doi.org/10.3390/fractalfract8040212 - 04 Apr 2024
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This research project focuses on developing a mathematical model that allows us to understand the behavior of the balancing loops in system dynamics in greater detail and precision. Currently, simulations give us an understanding of the behavior of these loops, but under the [...] Read more.
This research project focuses on developing a mathematical model that allows us to understand the behavior of the balancing loops in system dynamics in greater detail and precision. Currently, simulations give us an understanding of the behavior of these loops, but under the premise of an ideal scenario. In practice, however, accurate models often operate with varying efficiencies due to various irregularities and particularities. This discrepancy is the primary motivation behind our research proposal, which seeks to provide a more realistic understanding of the behavior of the loops, including their different levels of efficiency. To achieve this goal, we propose the introduction of fractional calculus in system dynamics models, focusing specifically on the balancing loops. This innovative approach offers a new perspective on the state of the art, offering new possibilities for understanding and optimizing complex systems. Full article
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Space–Time Variations in the Long-Range Dependence of Sea Surface Chlorophyll in the East China Sea and the South China Sea
by Junyu He and Ming Li
Fractal Fract. 2024, 8(2), 102; https://doi.org/10.3390/fractalfract8020102 - 07 Feb 2024
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Gaining insights into the space–time variations in the long-range dependence of sea surface chlorophyll is crucial for the early detection of environmental issues in oceans. To this end, 12 locations were selected along the Yangtze River and Pearl River estuaries, varying in distances [...] Read more.
Gaining insights into the space–time variations in the long-range dependence of sea surface chlorophyll is crucial for the early detection of environmental issues in oceans. To this end, 12 locations were selected along the Yangtze River and Pearl River estuaries, varying in distances from the Chinese coastline. Daily satellite-observed sea surface chlorophyll concentration data at these 12 locations were collected from the Copernicus Marine Service website, spanning from December 1997 to November 2023. The main objective of the current study is to introduce a multi-fractional generalized Cauchy model for calculating the values of Hurst exponents and quantitatively assessing the long-range dependence strength of sea surface chlorophyll at different spatial locations and time instants during the study period. Furthermore, ANOVA was utilized to detect the differences of calculated Hurst exponent values among the locations during various months and seasons. From a spatial perspective, the findings reveal a significantly stronger long-range dependence of sea surface chlorophyll in offshore regions compared to nearshore areas, with Hurst exponent values > 0.5 versus <0.5. It is noteworthy that the values of Hurst exponents at each location exhibit significant differences during various seasons, from a temporal perspective. Specifically, the long-range dependence of sea surface chlorophyll in summer in the nearshore region is weaker than in other seasons, whereas that in the offshore region is stronger than in other seasons. The study concludes that long-range dependence is inversely related to the distance from the coastline, and anthropogenic activity plays a dominant role in shaping the long-range dependence of sea surface chlorophyll in the coastal regions of China. Full article
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