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Lie Symmetries and Similarity Solutions for a Shallow-Water Model with Bed Elevation in Lagrange Variables
by Andronikos Paliathanasis, Genly Leon and Peter G. L. Leach
Mathematics 2026, 14(3), 433; https://doi.org/10.3390/math14030433 - 26 Jan 2026
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We investigate the Lagrange formulation for the one-dimensional Saint Venant–Exner system. The system describes shallow-water equations with a bed evolution, for which the bedload sediment flux depends on the velocity, Qt,x=Agum,m1 [...] Read more.
We investigate the Lagrange formulation for the one-dimensional Saint Venant–Exner system. The system describes shallow-water equations with a bed evolution, for which the bedload sediment flux depends on the velocity, Qt,x=Agum,m1. In terms of the Lagrange variables, the nonlinear hyperbolic system is reduced to one master third-order nonlinear partial differential equation. We employ Lie’s theory and find the Lie symmetry algebra of this equation. It was found that for an arbitrary parameter m, the master equation possesses four Lie symmetries. However, for m=3, there exists an additional symmetry vector. We calculate a one-dimensional optimal system for the Lie algebra of the equation. We apply the latter for the derivation of invariant functions. The invariants are used to reduce the number of the independent variables and write the master equation into an ordinary differential equation. The latter provides similarity solutions. Finally, we show that the traveling-wave reductions lead to nonlinear maximally symmetric equations which can be linearized. The analytic solution in this case is expressed in closed-form algebraic form. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Symmetry Methods for Differential Equations)
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Physics-Informed Fine-Tuned Neural Operator for Flow Field Modeling
by Haodong Feng, Yuzhong Zhang and Dixia Fan
J. Mar. Sci. Eng. 2026, 14(2), 201; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse14020201 - 19 Jan 2026
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Modeling flow field evolution accurately is important for numerous natural and engineering applications, such as pollutant dispersion in the ocean and atmosphere, yet remains challenging because of the highly nonlinear, multi-physics, and high-dimensional features of flow systems. While traditional equation-based numerical methods suffer [...] Read more.
Modeling flow field evolution accurately is important for numerous natural and engineering applications, such as pollutant dispersion in the ocean and atmosphere, yet remains challenging because of the highly nonlinear, multi-physics, and high-dimensional features of flow systems. While traditional equation-based numerical methods suffer from high computational costs, data-driven neural networks struggle with insufficient data and lack physical explainability. The physics-informed neural operator (PINO) addresses this by combining physics and data losses but faces a fundamental gradient imbalance problem. This work proposes a physics-informed fine-tuned neural operator for high-dimensional flow field modeling that decouples the optimization of physics and data losses. Our method first trains the neural network using data loss and then fine-tunes it with physics loss before inference, enabling the model to adapt to evaluation data while respecting physical constraints. This strategy requires no additional training data and can be applied to fit out-of-distribution (OOD) inputs faced during inference. We validate our method using the shallow water equation and advection–diffusion equation using a convolutional neural operator (CNO) as the base architecture. Experimental results show a 26.4% improvement in single-step prediction accuracy and a reduction in error accumulation for multi-step predictions. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Artificial Intelligence and Its Application in Ocean Engineering)
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Fractional Solutions and Quasi-Periodic Dynamics of the M-Fractional Weakly Nonlinear Dispersive Water Waves Model: A Bifurcation Perspective
by Mamdouh Elbrolosy and Kawther Alarfaj
Mathematics 2026, 14(1), 79; https://doi.org/10.3390/math14010079 - 25 Dec 2025
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In this paper, we study the time-space truncated M-fractional model of shallow water waves in a weakly nonlinear dispersive media that characterizes the nano-solitons of ionic wave propagation along microtubules in living cells. A fractional wave transformation is applied, reducing the model [...] Read more.
In this paper, we study the time-space truncated M-fractional model of shallow water waves in a weakly nonlinear dispersive media that characterizes the nano-solitons of ionic wave propagation along microtubules in living cells. A fractional wave transformation is applied, reducing the model to a third-order differential equation formulated as a conservative Hamiltonian system. The stability of the equilibrium points is analyzed, and the corresponding phase portraits are constructed, providing valuable insights into the expected types of solutions. Utilizing the dynamical systems approach, a variety of predicted exact fractional solutions are successfully derived, including solitary, periodic and unbounded singular solutions. One of the most notable features of this approach is its ability to identify the real propagation regions of the desired waves from both physical and mathematical perspectives. The impacts of the fractional order and gravitational force variations on the solution profiles are systematically analyzed and graphically illustrated. Moreover, the quasi-periodic dynamics and chaotic behavior of the model are explored. Full article
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Conservation Laws, Soliton Dynamics, and Stability in a Nonlinear Schrödinger Equation with Second-Order Spatiotemporal Dispersion
by Naila Nasreen, Ismat Latif, Kashifa Basheer, Muhammad Arshad and Zhaoliang Jiang
Mathematics 2026, 14(1), 54; https://doi.org/10.3390/math14010054 - 23 Dec 2025
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This paper presents the construction of exact wave solutions for the generalized nonlinear Schrödinger equation (NLSE) with second-order spatiotemporal dispersion using the modified exponential rational function method (mERFM). The NLSE plays a vital role in various fields such as quantum mechanics, oceanography, transmission [...] Read more.
This paper presents the construction of exact wave solutions for the generalized nonlinear Schrödinger equation (NLSE) with second-order spatiotemporal dispersion using the modified exponential rational function method (mERFM). The NLSE plays a vital role in various fields such as quantum mechanics, oceanography, transmission lines, and optical fiber communications, particularly in modeling pulse dynamics extending beyond the traditional slowly varying envelope estimation. By incorporating higher-order dispersion and nonlinear effects, including cubic–quintic nonlinearities, this generalized model provides a more accurate representation of ultrashort pulse propagation in optical fibers and oceanic environments. A wide range of soliton solutions is obtained, including bright and dark solitons, as well as trigonometric, hyperbolic, rational, exponential, and singular forms. These solutions offer valuable insights into nonlinear wave dynamics and multi-soliton interactions relevant to shallow- and deep-water wave propagation. Conservation laws associated with the model are also derived, reinforcing the physical consistency of the system. The stability of the obtained solutions is investigated through the analysis of modulation instability (MI), confirming their robustness and physical relevance. Graphical representations based on specific parameter selections further illustrate the complex dynamics governed by the model. Overall, the study demonstrates the effectiveness of mERFM in solving higher-order nonlinear evolution equations and highlights its applicability across various domains of physics and engineering. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section E: Applied Mathematics)
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Topographic Algebraic Rossby Solitary Waves: A Study Using Physics-Informed Neural Networks
by Weiqi Zhang, Quansheng Liu, Liqing Yue and Ruigang Zhang
Atmosphere 2025, 16(11), 1297; https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos16111297 - 17 Nov 2025
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This study explores the influence of topography on Rossby solitary waves by analyzing the dynamics in both inner and outer regions, with solutions matched at the boundary. Using perturbation methods, the Benjamin–Davis–Ono (BDO) equation is derived from the shallow-water equations to characterize the [...] Read more.
This study explores the influence of topography on Rossby solitary waves by analyzing the dynamics in both inner and outer regions, with solutions matched at the boundary. Using perturbation methods, the Benjamin–Davis–Ono (BDO) equation is derived from the shallow-water equations to characterize the amplitude evolution of Rossby algebraic solitary waves. The Physics-Informed Neural Networks (PINNs) method is applied to numerically solve the BDO equation, effectively capturing its nonlinear behavior and simulating the propagation of Rossby algebraic solitary waves under diverse topographic and external conditions. The results demonstrate that variations in key parameters significantly alter topographic effects, thereby impacting the amplitude of solitary waves. These findings provide valuable insights into the potential consequences of global warming and other external disturbances on the behavior of Rossby waves. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Climatology)
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PINN Based on Domain Adaptation for Solving Fornberg–Whitham-Type Equations
by Shirong Li, Huan Guo, Maliyamuguli Maimaiti and Shaoyong Lai
Mathematics 2025, 13(22), 3607; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13223607 - 11 Nov 2025
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The Fornberg–Whitham equation, which contains high-order nonlinear derivatives, is widely recognized as a prominent model for describing shallow water dynamics. We explore physics-informed neural networks (PINsN) in conjunction with transfer learning technology to investigate numerical solutions for the FW equation. The proposed domain [...] Read more.
The Fornberg–Whitham equation, which contains high-order nonlinear derivatives, is widely recognized as a prominent model for describing shallow water dynamics. We explore physics-informed neural networks (PINsN) in conjunction with transfer learning technology to investigate numerical solutions for the FW equation. The proposed domain adaptation in transfer learning for PINN transforms the complex problem defined over the entire spatiotemporal domain into simpler problems defined over smaller subdomains. Training a neural network on these subdomains provides extra supervised learning data, effectively addressing optimization challenges associated with PINNs. Consequently, it enables the resolution of anisotropic and long-term predictive issues in these types of equations. Moreover, it enhances prediction accuracy and accelerates loss convergence by circumventing local optima in the specified scenarios. The method efficiently handles both forward and inverse FW equation problems, excelling in cost-effective accurate predictions for inverse problems. The efficiency and accuracy of our proposed approaches are demonstrated through examples and results. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section E1: Mathematics and Computer Science)
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Dynamics of Soliton Solutions to Nonlinear Dynamical Equations in Mathematical Physics: Application of Neural Network-Based Symbolic Methods
by Jan Muhammad, Aljethi Reem Abdullah, Fengping Yao and Usman Younas
Mathematics 2025, 13(21), 3546; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13213546 - 5 Nov 2025
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While recent advances have successfully integrated neural networks with physical models to derive numerical solutions, there remains a compelling need to obtain exact analytical solutions. The ability to extract closed-form expressions from these models would provide deeper theoretical insights and enhanced predictive capabilities, [...] Read more.
While recent advances have successfully integrated neural networks with physical models to derive numerical solutions, there remains a compelling need to obtain exact analytical solutions. The ability to extract closed-form expressions from these models would provide deeper theoretical insights and enhanced predictive capabilities, complementing existing computational techniques. In this paper, we study the nonlinear Gardner equation and the (2+1)-dimensional Zabolotskaya–Khokhlov model, both of which are fundamental nonlinear wave equations with broad applications in various physical contexts. The proposed models have applications in fluid dynamics, describing shallow water waves, internal waves in stratified fluids, and the propagation of nonlinear acoustic beams. This study integrates a modified generalized Riccati equation mapping approach and a novel generalized GG-expansion method with neural networks for obtaining exact solutions for the suggested nonlinear models. Researchers are currently investigating potential applications of these neural networks to enhance our understanding of complex physical processes and to develop new analytical techniques. The proposed strategies incorporate the solutions of the Riccati problem into neural networks. Neural networks are multi-layer computing approaches including activation and weight functions among neurons in input, hidden, and output layers. Here, the solutions of the Riccati equation are allocated to each neuron in the first hidden layer; thus, new trial functions are established. We evaluate the suggested models, which lead to the construction of exact solutions in different forms, such as kink, dark, bright, singular, and combined solitons, as well as hyperbolic and periodic solutions, in order to verify the mathematical framework of the applied methods. The dynamic properties of certain wave-related solutions have been shown using various three-dimensional, two-dimensional, and contour visualizations. This paper introduces a novel framework for addressing nonlinear partial differential equations, with significant potential applications in various scientific and engineering domains. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue New Trends in Nonlinear Dynamics and Nonautonomous Solitons)
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A Boundary-Implicit Constraint Reconstruction Method for Solving the Shallow Water Equations
by Dingbing Wei, Jie Yang, Ming Fang and Jianguang Xie
J. Mar. Sci. Eng. 2025, 13(11), 2036; https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse13112036 - 23 Oct 2025
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To improve the accuracy of second-order cell-centered finite volume method in near-boundary regions for solving the two-dimensional shallow water equations, a numerical scheme with globally second-order accuracy was proposed. Having the primary objective to overcome the challenge of accuracy degradation in near-boundary regions [...] Read more.
To improve the accuracy of second-order cell-centered finite volume method in near-boundary regions for solving the two-dimensional shallow water equations, a numerical scheme with globally second-order accuracy was proposed. Having the primary objective to overcome the challenge of accuracy degradation in near-boundary regions and to develop a robust numerical framework combining high-order accuracy with strict conservation, the key research objectives had been as follows: Firstly, a physical variable reconstruction method combining a vertex-based nonlinear weighted reconstruction scheme and a monotonic upwind total variation diminishing scheme for conservation laws was proposed. While the overall computational efficiency was maintained, linear-exact reconstruction in near-boundary regions was achieved. The variable reconstruction in interior regions was integrated to achieve global second-order accuracy. Subsequently, a flux boundary condition treatment method based on uniform flow was proposed. Conservative allocation of hydraulic parameters was achieved, and flow stability in inflow regions was enhanced. Finally, a series of numerical test cases were provided to validate the performance of the proposed method in solving the shallow water equations in terms of high-order accuracy, exact conservation properties, and shock-capturing capabilities. The superiority of the method was further demonstrated under high-speed flow conditions. The high-precision numerical model developed in this study holds significant value for enhancing the predictive capability of simulations for natural disasters such as flood propagation and tsunami warning. Its robust boundary treatment methods also provide a reliable tool for simulating free-surface flows in complex environments, offering broad prospects for engineering applications. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Ocean Engineering)
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Uncovering New Wave Profiles in Boussinesq-Type KdV Systems Through Symbolic and Semi-Analytical Methods
by Mehmet Şenol, Nadiyah Hussain Alharthi, Bahadır Kopçasız, Hatice Ceyda Türk and Rubayyi T. Alqahtani
Symmetry 2025, 17(9), 1509; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym17091509 - 11 Sep 2025
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We study here the Boussinesq-type Korteweg–de Vries (KdV) equation, a nonlinear partial differential equation, for describing the wave propagation of long, nonlinear, and dispersive waves in shallow water and other physical scenarios. In order to obtain novel families of wave solutions, we apply [...] Read more.
We study here the Boussinesq-type Korteweg–de Vries (KdV) equation, a nonlinear partial differential equation, for describing the wave propagation of long, nonlinear, and dispersive waves in shallow water and other physical scenarios. In order to obtain novel families of wave solutions, we apply two efficient analytical techniques: the Modified Extended tanh (ME-tanh) method and the Modified Residual Power Series Method (mRPSM). These methods are used for the very first time in this equation to produce both exact and high-order approximate solutions with rich wave behaviors including soliton formation and energy localization. The ME-tanh method produces a rich class of closed-form soliton solutions via systematic simplification of the PDE into simple ordinary differential forms that are readily solved, while the mRPSM produces fast-convergent approximate solutions via a power series representation by iteration. The accuracy and validity of the results are validated using symbolic computation programs such as Maple and Mathematica. The study not only enriches the current solution set of the Boussinesq-type KdV equation but also demonstrates the efficiency of hybrid analytical techniques in uncovering sophisticated wave patterns in multimensional spaces. Our findings find application in coastal hydrodynamics, nonlinear optics, geophysics, and the theory of elasticity, where accurate modeling of wave evolution is significant. Full article
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Finite Integration Method with Chebyshev Expansion for Shallow Water Equations over Variable Topography
by Ampol Duangpan, Ratinan Boonklurb, Lalita Apisornpanich and Phiraphat Sutthimat
Mathematics 2025, 13(15), 2492; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13152492 - 2 Aug 2025
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The shallow water equations (SWEs) model fluid flow in rivers, coasts, and tsunamis. Their nonlinearity challenges analytical solutions. We present a numerical algorithm combining the finite integration method with Chebyshev polynomial expansion (FIM-CPE) to solve one- and two-dimensional SWEs. The method transforms partial [...] Read more.
The shallow water equations (SWEs) model fluid flow in rivers, coasts, and tsunamis. Their nonlinearity challenges analytical solutions. We present a numerical algorithm combining the finite integration method with Chebyshev polynomial expansion (FIM-CPE) to solve one- and two-dimensional SWEs. The method transforms partial differential equations into integral equations, approximates spatial terms via Chebyshev polynomials, and uses forward differences for time discretization. Validated on stationary lakes, dam breaks, and Gaussian pulses, the scheme achieved errors below 1012 for water height and velocity, while conserving mass with volume deviations under 105. Comparisons showed superior shock-capturing versus finite difference methods. For two-dimensional cases, it accurately resolved wave interactions over complex topographies. Though limited to wet beds and small-scale two-dimensional problems, the method provides a robust simulation tool. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Numerical Analysis and Scientific Computing for Applied Mathematics)
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One-Dimensional Shallow Water Equations Ill-Posedness
by Tew-Fik Mahdi
Mathematics 2025, 13(15), 2476; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13152476 - 1 Aug 2025
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In 2071, the Hydraulic community will commemorate the second centenary of the Baré de Saint-Venant equations, also known as the Shallow Water Equations (SWE). These equations are fundamental to the study of open-channel flow. As non-linear partial differential equations, their solutions were largely [...] Read more.
In 2071, the Hydraulic community will commemorate the second centenary of the Baré de Saint-Venant equations, also known as the Shallow Water Equations (SWE). These equations are fundamental to the study of open-channel flow. As non-linear partial differential equations, their solutions were largely unattainable until the development of computers and numerical methods. Following 1960, various numerical schemes emerged, with Preissmann’s scheme becoming the most widely employed in many software applications. In the 1990s, some researchers identified a significant limitation in existing software and codes: the inability to simulate transcritical flow. At that time, Preissmann’s scheme was the dominant method employed in hydraulics tools, leading the research community to conclude that this scheme could not handle transcritical flow due to suspected instability. In response to this concern, several researchers suggested modifications to Preissmann’s scheme to enable the simulation of transcritical flow. This paper will demonstrate that these accusations against the Preissmann scheme are unfounded and that the proposed improvements are unnecessary. The observed instability is not due to the numerical method itself, but rather a mathematical instability inherent to the SWE, which can lead to ill-posed conditions if a specific derived condition is not met. In the context of a friction slope formula based on Manning or Chézy types, the condition for ill-posedness of the 1D shallow water equations simplifies to the Vedernikov number condition, which is necessary for roll waves to develop in uniform flow. This derived condition is also relevant for the formation of roll waves in unsteady flow when the 1D shallow water equations become ill-posed. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Computational Fluid Dynamics, 3rd Edition)
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Analytic Solutions and Conservation Laws of a 2D Generalized Fifth-Order KdV Equation with Power Law Nonlinearity Describing Motions in Shallow Water Under a Gravity Field of Long Waves
by Chaudry Masood Khalique and Boikanyo Pretty Sebogodi
AppliedMath 2025, 5(3), 96; https://doi.org/10.3390/appliedmath5030096 - 31 Jul 2025
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The Korteweg–de Vries (KdV) equation is a nonlinear evolution equation that reflects a wide variety of dispersive wave occurrences with limited amplitude. It has also been used to describe a range of major physical phenomena, such as shallow water waves that interact weakly [...] Read more.
The Korteweg–de Vries (KdV) equation is a nonlinear evolution equation that reflects a wide variety of dispersive wave occurrences with limited amplitude. It has also been used to describe a range of major physical phenomena, such as shallow water waves that interact weakly and nonlinearly, acoustic waves on a crystal lattice, lengthy internal waves in density-graded oceans, and ion acoustic waves in plasma. The KdV equation is one of the most well-known soliton models, and it provides a good platform for further research into other equations. The KdV equation has several forms. The aim of this study is to introduce and investigate a (2+1)-dimensional generalized fifth-order KdV equation with power law nonlinearity (gFKdVp). The research methodology employed is the Lie group analysis. Using the point symmetries of the gFKdVp equation, we transform this equation into several nonlinear ordinary differential equations (ODEs), which we solve by employing different strategies that include Kudryashov’s method, the (G/G) expansion method, and the power series expansion method. To demonstrate the physical behavior of the equation, 3D, density, and 2D graphs of the obtained solutions are presented. Finally, utilizing the multiplier technique and Ibragimov’s method, we derive conserved vectors of the gFKdVp equation. These include the conservation of energy and momentum. Thus, the major conclusion of the study is that analytic solutions and conservation laws of the gFKdVp equation are determined. Full article
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Iterative Solver of the Wet-Bed Step Riemann Problem
by Renyi Xu and Alistair G. L. Borthwick
Water 2025, 17(13), 1994; https://doi.org/10.3390/w17131994 - 2 Jul 2025
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This study presents a one-dimensional solver of the shallow water equations designed for the wet-bed step Riemann problem. Nonlinear mass and momentum equations incorporating shock and rarefaction waves in a straight one-dimensional channel are expressed as a pair of equations that depend solely [...] Read more.
This study presents a one-dimensional solver of the shallow water equations designed for the wet-bed step Riemann problem. Nonlinear mass and momentum equations incorporating shock and rarefaction waves in a straight one-dimensional channel are expressed as a pair of equations that depend solely on local depth values either side of the step. These unified equations are uniquely designed for the four conditions involving shock and rarefaction waves that can occur in the Step Riemann Problem. The Levenberg–Marquardt method is used to solve these simplified nonlinear equations. Four verification tests are considered for shallow free surface flow in a wet-bed channel with a step. These cases involve two rarefactions, opposing shock-like hydraulic bores, and a rarefaction and shock-like bore. The numerical predictions are in close agreement with existing theory, demonstrating that the method is very effective at solving the wet-bed step Riemann problem. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Hydraulics and Hydrodynamics in Fluid Machinery, 2nd Edition)
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Soliton Dynamics of the Nonlinear Kodama Equation with M-Truncated Derivative via Two Innovative Schemes: The Generalized Arnous Method and the Kudryashov Method
by Khizar Farooq, Ali. H. Tedjani, Zhao Li and Ejaz Hussain
Fractal Fract. 2025, 9(7), 436; https://doi.org/10.3390/fractalfract9070436 - 2 Jul 2025
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The primary aim of this research article is to investigate the soliton dynamics of the M-truncated derivative nonlinear Kodama equation, which is useful for optical solitons on nonlinear media, shallow water waves over complex media, nonlocal internal waves, and fractional viscoelastic wave propagation. [...] Read more.
The primary aim of this research article is to investigate the soliton dynamics of the M-truncated derivative nonlinear Kodama equation, which is useful for optical solitons on nonlinear media, shallow water waves over complex media, nonlocal internal waves, and fractional viscoelastic wave propagation. We utilized two recently developed analytical techniques, the generalized Arnous method and the generalized Kudryashov method. First, the nonlinear Kodama equation is transformed into a nonlinear ordinary differential equation using the homogeneous balance principle and a traveling wave transformation. Next, various types of soliton solutions are constructed through the application of these effective methods. Finally, to visualize the behavior of the obtained solutions, three-dimensional, two-dimensional, and contour plots are generated using Maple (2023) mathematical software. Full article
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On the Extended Simple Equations Method (SEsM) for Obtaining Numerous Exact Solutions to Fractional Partial Differential Equations: A Generalized Algorithm and Several Applications
by Elena V. Nikolova
Algorithms 2025, 18(7), 402; https://doi.org/10.3390/a18070402 - 30 Jun 2025
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In this article, we present the extended simple equations method (SEsM) for finding exact solutions to systems of fractional nonlinear partial differential equations (FNPDEs). The expansions made to the original SEsM algorithm are implemented in several directions: (1) In constructing analytical solutions: exact [...] Read more.
In this article, we present the extended simple equations method (SEsM) for finding exact solutions to systems of fractional nonlinear partial differential equations (FNPDEs). The expansions made to the original SEsM algorithm are implemented in several directions: (1) In constructing analytical solutions: exact solutions to FNPDE systems are presented by simple or complex composite functions, including combinations of solutions to two or more different simple equations with distinct independent variables (corresponding to different wave velocities); (2) in selecting appropriate fractional derivatives and appropriate wave transformations: the choice of the type of fractional derivatives for each system of FNPDEs depends on the physical nature of the modeled real process. Based on this choice, the range of applicable wave transformations that are used to reduce FNPDEs to nonlinear ODEs has been expanded. It includes not only various forms of fractional traveling wave transformations but also standard traveling wave transformations. Based on these methodological enhancements, a generalized SEsM algorithm has been developed to derive exact solutions of systems of FNPDEs. This algorithm provides multiple options at each step, enabling the user to select the most appropriate variant depending on the expected wave dynamics in the modeled physical context. Two specific variants of the generalized SEsM algorithm have been applied to obtain exact solutions to two time-fractional shallow-water-like systems. For generating these exact solutions, it is assumed that each system variable in the studied models exhibits multi-wave behavior, which is expressed as a superposition of two waves propagating at different velocities. As a result, numerous novel multi-wave solutions are derived, involving combinations of hyperbolic-like, elliptic-like, and trigonometric-like functions. The obtained analytical solutions can provide valuable qualitative insights into complex wave dynamics in generalized spatio-temporal dynamical systems, with relevance to areas such as ocean current modeling, multiphase fluid dynamics and geophysical fluid modeling. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Algorithms for Multidisciplinary Applications)
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