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25 pages, 4851 KiB  
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Mathematical Modeling, Bifurcation Theory, and Chaos in a Dusty Plasma System with Generalized (r,q) Distributions
by Beenish, Maria Samreen and Fehaid Salem Alshammari
Axioms 2025, 14(8), 610; https://doi.org/10.3390/axioms14080610 - 5 Aug 2025
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This study investigates the dynamics of dust acoustic periodic waves in a three-component, unmagnetized dusty plasma system using generalized (r,q) distributions. First, boundary conditions are applied to reduce the model to a second-order nonlinear ordinary differential equation. [...] Read more.
This study investigates the dynamics of dust acoustic periodic waves in a three-component, unmagnetized dusty plasma system using generalized (r,q) distributions. First, boundary conditions are applied to reduce the model to a second-order nonlinear ordinary differential equation. The Galilean transformation is subsequently applied to reformulate the second-order ordinary differential equation into an unperturbed dynamical system. Next, phase portraits of the system are examined under all possible conditions of the discriminant of the associated cubic polynomial, identifying regions of stability and instability. The Runge–Kutta method is employed to construct the phase portraits of the system. The Hamiltonian function of the unperturbed system is subsequently derived and used to analyze energy levels and verify the phase portraits. Under the influence of an external periodic perturbation, the quasi-periodic and chaotic dynamics of dust ion acoustic waves are explored. Chaos detection tools confirm the presence of quasi-periodic and chaotic patterns using Basin of attraction, Lyapunov exponents, Fractal Dimension, Bifurcation diagram, Poincaré map, Time analysis, Multi-stability analysis, Chaotic attractor, Return map, Power spectrum, and 3D and 2D phase portraits. In addition, the model’s response to different initial conditions was examined through sensitivity analysis. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Trends in Dynamical Systems and Applied Mathematics)
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Dynamical Analysis of a Soliton Neuron Model: Bifurcations, Quasi-Periodic Behaviour, Chaotic Patterns, and Wave Solutions
by Adel Elmandouh
Mathematics 2025, 13(12), 1912; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13121912 - 7 Jun 2025
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This research explores the dynamic characteristics of the soliton neuron model, a mathematical approach used to describe various complicated processes in neuroscience, including the unclear mechanisms of numerous anesthetics. An appropriate wave transformation converts the neuron model into a two-dimensional dynamical system, which [...] Read more.
This research explores the dynamic characteristics of the soliton neuron model, a mathematical approach used to describe various complicated processes in neuroscience, including the unclear mechanisms of numerous anesthetics. An appropriate wave transformation converts the neuron model into a two-dimensional dynamical system, which takes the form of a conservative Hamiltonian system with a single degree of freedom. This study utilizes qualitative methods from planar integrable systems theory to analyze and interpret phase portraits. The conditions under which periodic, super-periodic, and solitary wave solutions exist are clearly defined and organized into theorems. These solutions are obtained analytically, with several examples depicted through 2D- and 3D-dimensional graphical illustrations. The research also examines how key physical parameters, such as frequency and sound velocity, affect the nature of these solutions, specifically on the width and the amplitude of those solutions. In addition, by inserting a generalized periodic external force, the model exhibits quasi-periodic and chaotic dynamics. These complicated dynamics are visualized using 2D and 3D phase portraits and time series plots. To further assess chaotic behavior, Lyapunov exponents are calculated. Numerical results indicate that the system’s overall behavior is strongly impacted by changes in the external force’s frequency and amplitude. Full article
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Dynamics of Abundant Wave Solutions to the Fractional Chiral Nonlinear Schrodinger’s Equation: Phase Portraits, Variational Principle and Hamiltonian, Chaotic Behavior, Bifurcation and Sensitivity Analysis
by Yu Tian, Kang-Hua Yan, Shao-Hui Wang, Kang-Jia Wang and Chang Liu
Axioms 2025, 14(6), 438; https://doi.org/10.3390/axioms14060438 - 3 Jun 2025
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The central objective of this study is to develop some different wave solutions and perform a qualitative analysis on the nonlinear dynamics of the time-fractional chiral nonlinear Schrodinger’s equation (NLSE) in the conformable sense. Combined with the semi-inverse method (SIM) and traveling wave [...] Read more.
The central objective of this study is to develop some different wave solutions and perform a qualitative analysis on the nonlinear dynamics of the time-fractional chiral nonlinear Schrodinger’s equation (NLSE) in the conformable sense. Combined with the semi-inverse method (SIM) and traveling wave transformation, we establish the variational principle (VP). Based on this, the corresponding Hamiltonian is constructed. Adopting the Galilean transformation, the planar dynamical system is derived. Then, the phase portraits are plotted and the bifurcation analysis is presented to expound the existence conditions of the various wave solutions with the different shapes. Furthermore, the chaotic phenomenon is probed and sensitivity analysis is given in detail. Finally, two powerful tools, namely the variational method (VM) which stems from the VP and Ritz method, as well as the Hamiltonian-based method (HBM) that is based on the energy conservation theory, are adopted to find the abundant wave solutions, which are the bell-shape soliton (bright soliton), W-shape soliton (double-bright solitons or double bell-shaped soliton) and periodic wave solutions. The shapes of the attained new diverse wave solutions are simulated graphically, and the impact of the fractional order δ on the behaviors of the extracted wave solutions are also elaborated. To the authors’ knowledge, the findings of this research have not been reported elsewhere and can enable us to gain a profound understanding of the dynamics characteristics of the investigative equation. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional Differential Equations and Dynamical Systems)
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Bifurcation, Quasi-Periodic, Chaotic Pattern, and Soliton Solutions to Dual-Mode Gardner Equation
by Adel Elmandouh
Mathematics 2025, 13(5), 841; https://doi.org/10.3390/math13050841 - 3 Mar 2025
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This study aims to investigate various dynamical aspects of the dual-mode Gardner equation derived from an ideal fluid model. By applying a specific wave transformation, the model is reduced to a planar dynamical system, which corresponds to a conservative Hamiltonian system with one [...] Read more.
This study aims to investigate various dynamical aspects of the dual-mode Gardner equation derived from an ideal fluid model. By applying a specific wave transformation, the model is reduced to a planar dynamical system, which corresponds to a conservative Hamiltonian system with one degree of freedom. Using Hamiltonian concepts, phase portraits are introduced and briefly discussed. Additionally, the conditions for the existence of periodic, super-periodic, and solitary solutions are summarized in tabular form. These solutions are explicitly constructed, with some graphically represented through their 2D and 3D profiles. Furthermore, the influence of specific physical parameters on these solutions is analyzed, highlighting their effects on amplitude and width. By introducing a more general periodic external influence into the model, quasi-periodic and chaotic behavior are explored. This is achieved through the presentation of 2D and 3D phase portraits, along with time-series analyses. To further examine chaotic patterns, the Poincaré surface of section and sensitivity analysis are employed. Numerical simulations reveal that variations in frequency and amplitude significantly alter the dynamical characteristics of the system. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Exact Solutions and Numerical Solutions of Differential Equations)
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Solid State Transformer Controls for Mitigation of E3a High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse Insults
by Connor A. Lehman, Rush D. Robinett, Wayne W. Weaver and David G. Wilson
Energies 2025, 18(5), 1055; https://doi.org/10.3390/en18051055 - 21 Feb 2025
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This paper explores the use of a solid state transformer (SST) to mitigate the E3A component of a high-altitude electromagnetic pulse (HEMP) insult using external energy storage optimal control techniques. In lieu of conventional passive blocking devices or feedback-controlled energy storage [...] Read more.
This paper explores the use of a solid state transformer (SST) to mitigate the E3A component of a high-altitude electromagnetic pulse (HEMP) insult using external energy storage optimal control techniques. In lieu of conventional passive blocking devices or feedback-controlled energy storage devices, a novel implementation of Hamiltonian error tracking is utilized to develop a feedback control law for the variable converter ratio in an SST. The findings of the simulations performed in this paper suggest that additional energy storage is not necessary to protect an individual load from a HEMP insult. The simulations performed examine the response of a single-phase SST connected to a single voltage source on a long transmission line on the one side and a single linear resistor on the other. The control law is specifically developed for the late-time, low-frequency portion of a HEMP insult, namely the E3A components. The Hamiltonian error-based converter ratio control law is compared with nonlinear optimal feedforward controls to show that the HSSPFC is an external energy storage optimal controller. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Review of Advanced Power Electronics Solutions II)
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Quadrature Based Neural Network Learning of Stochastic Hamiltonian Systems
by Xupeng Cheng, Lijin Wang and Yanzhao Cao
Mathematics 2024, 12(16), 2438; https://doi.org/10.3390/math12162438 - 6 Aug 2024
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Hamiltonian Neural Networks (HNNs) provide structure-preserving learning of Hamiltonian systems. In this paper, we extend HNNs to structure-preserving inversion of stochastic Hamiltonian systems (SHSs) from observational data. We propose the quadrature-based models according to the integral form of the SHSs’ solutions, where we [...] Read more.
Hamiltonian Neural Networks (HNNs) provide structure-preserving learning of Hamiltonian systems. In this paper, we extend HNNs to structure-preserving inversion of stochastic Hamiltonian systems (SHSs) from observational data. We propose the quadrature-based models according to the integral form of the SHSs’ solutions, where we denoise the loss-by-moment calculations of the solutions. The integral pattern of the models transforms the source of the essential learning error from the discrepancy between the modified Hamiltonian and the true Hamiltonian in the classical HNN models into that between the integrals and their quadrature approximations. This transforms the challenging task of deriving the relation between the modified and the true Hamiltonians from the (stochastic) Hamilton–Jacobi PDEs, into the one that only requires invoking results from the numerical quadrature theory. Meanwhile, denoising via moments calculations gives a simpler data fitting method than, e.g., via probability density fitting, which may imply better generalization ability in certain circumstances. Numerical experiments validate the proposed learning strategy on several concrete Hamiltonian systems. The experimental results show that both the learned Hamiltonian function and the predicted solution of our quadrature-based model are more accurate than that of the corrected symplectic HNN method on a harmonic oscillator, and the three-point Gaussian quadrature-based model produces higher accuracy in long-time prediction than the Kramers–Moyal method and the numerics-informed likelihood method on the stochastic Kubo oscillator as well as other two stochastic systems with non-polynomial Hamiltonian functions. Moreover, the Hamiltonian learning error εH arising from the Gaussian quadrature-based model is lower than that from Simpson’s quadrature-based model. These demonstrate the superiority of our approach in learning accuracy and long-time prediction ability compared to certain existing methods and exhibit its potential to improve learning accuracy via applying precise quadrature formulae. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Machine Learning and Statistical Learning with Applications)
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Time-Dependent Effective Hamiltonians for Light–Matter Interactions
by Aroaldo S. Santos, Pedro H. Pereira, Patrícia P. Abrantes, Carlos Farina, Paulo A. Maia Neto and Reinaldo de Melo e Souza
Entropy 2024, 26(6), 527; https://doi.org/10.3390/e26060527 - 19 Jun 2024
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In this paper, we present a systematic approach to building useful time-dependent effective Hamiltonians in molecular quantum electrodynamics. The method is based on considering part of the system as an open quantum system and choosing a convenient unitary transformation based on the evolution [...] Read more.
In this paper, we present a systematic approach to building useful time-dependent effective Hamiltonians in molecular quantum electrodynamics. The method is based on considering part of the system as an open quantum system and choosing a convenient unitary transformation based on the evolution operator. We illustrate our formalism by obtaining four Hamiltonians, each suitable to a different class of applications. We show that we may treat several effects of molecular quantum electrodynamics with a direct first-order perturbation theory. In addition, our effective Hamiltonians shed light on interesting physical aspects that are not explicit when employing more standard approaches. As applications, we discuss three examples: two-photon spontaneous emission, resonance energy transfer, and dispersion interactions. Full article
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Hamiltonian Computational Chemistry: Geometrical Structures in Chemical Dynamics and Kinetics
by Stavros C. Farantos
Entropy 2024, 26(5), 399; https://doi.org/10.3390/e26050399 - 30 Apr 2024
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The common geometrical (symplectic) structures of classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and classical thermodynamics are unveiled with three pictures. These cardinal theories, mainly at the non-relativistic approximation, are the cornerstones for studying chemical dynamics and chemical kinetics. Working in extended phase spaces, we show [...] Read more.
The common geometrical (symplectic) structures of classical mechanics, quantum mechanics, and classical thermodynamics are unveiled with three pictures. These cardinal theories, mainly at the non-relativistic approximation, are the cornerstones for studying chemical dynamics and chemical kinetics. Working in extended phase spaces, we show that the physical states of integrable dynamical systems are depicted by Lagrangian submanifolds embedded in phase space. Observable quantities are calculated by properly transforming the extended phase space onto a reduced space, and trajectories are integrated by solving Hamilton’s equations of motion. After defining a Riemannian metric, we can also estimate the length between two states. Local constants of motion are investigated by integrating Jacobi fields and solving the variational linear equations. Diagonalizing the symplectic fundamental matrix, eigenvalues equal to one reveal the number of constants of motion. For conservative systems, geometrical quantum mechanics has proved that solving the Schrödinger equation in extended Hilbert space, which incorporates the quantum phase, is equivalent to solving Hamilton’s equations in the projective Hilbert space. In classical thermodynamics, we take entropy and energy as canonical variables to construct the extended phase space and to represent the Lagrangian submanifold. Hamilton’s and variational equations are written and solved in the same fashion as in classical mechanics. Solvers based on high-order finite differences for numerically solving Hamilton’s, variational, and Schrödinger equations are described. Employing the Hénon–Heiles two-dimensional nonlinear model, representative results for time-dependent, quantum, and dissipative macroscopic systems are shown to illustrate concepts and methods. High-order finite-difference algorithms, despite their accuracy in low-dimensional systems, require substantial computer resources when they are applied to systems with many degrees of freedom, such as polyatomic molecules. We discuss recent research progress in employing Hamiltonian neural networks for solving Hamilton’s equations. It turns out that Hamiltonian geometry, shared with all physical theories, yields the necessary and sufficient conditions for the mutual assistance of humans and machines in deep-learning processes. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Kinetic Models of Chemical Reactions)
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Higher Time-Derivative Theories from Space–Time Interchanged Integrable Field Theories
by Andreas Fring, Takano Taira and Bethan Turner
Universe 2024, 10(5), 198; https://doi.org/10.3390/universe10050198 - 28 Apr 2024
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We compare a relativistic and a nonrelativistic version of Ostrogradsky’s method for higher-time derivative theories extended to scalar field theories and consider as an alternative a multi-field variant. We apply the schemes to space–time rotated modified Korteweg–de Vries systems and, exploiting their integrability, [...] Read more.
We compare a relativistic and a nonrelativistic version of Ostrogradsky’s method for higher-time derivative theories extended to scalar field theories and consider as an alternative a multi-field variant. We apply the schemes to space–time rotated modified Korteweg–de Vries systems and, exploiting their integrability, to Hamiltonian systems built from space–time rotated inverse Legendre transformed higher-order charges of these systems. We derive the equal-time Poisson bracket structures of these theories, establish the integrability of the latter theories by means of the Painlevé test and construct exact analytical period benign solutions in terms of Jacobi elliptic functions to the classical equations of motion. The classical energies of these partially complex solutions are real when they respect a certain modified CPT-symmetry and complex when this symmetry is broken. The higher-order Cauchy and initial-boundary value problem are addressed analytically and numerically. Finally, we provide the explicit quantization of the simplest mKdV system, exhibiting the usual conundrum of having the choice between having to deal with either a theory that includes non-normalizable states or spectra that are unbounded from below. In our non-Hermitian system, the choice is dictated by the correct sign in the decay width. Full article
(This article belongs to the Section Field Theory)
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Anisotropic Fractional Cosmology: K-Essence Theory
by José Socorro, J. Juan Rosales and Leonel Toledo-Sesma
Fractal Fract. 2023, 7(11), 814; https://doi.org/10.3390/fractalfract7110814 - 9 Nov 2023
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In the particular configuration of the scalar field k-essence in the Wheeler–DeWitt quantum equation, for some age in the Bianchi type I anisotropic cosmological model, a fractional differential equation for the scalar field arises naturally. The order of the fractional differential equation is [...] Read more.
In the particular configuration of the scalar field k-essence in the Wheeler–DeWitt quantum equation, for some age in the Bianchi type I anisotropic cosmological model, a fractional differential equation for the scalar field arises naturally. The order of the fractional differential equation is β=2α2α1. This fractional equation belongs to different intervals depending on the value of the barotropic parameter; when ωX[0,1], the order belongs to the interval 1β2, and when ωX[1,0), the order belongs to the interval 0<β1. In the quantum scheme, we introduce the factor ordering problem in the variables (Ω,ϕ) and its corresponding momenta (ΠΩ,Πϕ), obtaining a linear fractional differential equation with variable coefficients in the scalar field equation, then the solution is found using a fractional power series expansion. The corresponding quantum solutions are also given. We found the classical solution in the usual gauge N obtained in the Hamiltonian formalism and without a gauge. In the last case, the general solution is presented in a transformed time T(τ); however, in the dust era we found a closed solution in the gauge time τ. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Fractional Gravity/Cosmology in Classical and Quantum Regimes)
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Comprehensive Evaluation of End-Point Free Energy Techniques in Carboxylated-Pillar[6]arene Host-Guest Binding: IV. The QM Treatment, GB Models and the Multi-Trajectory Extension
by Xiaohui Wang, Mao Wang and Zhaoxi Sun
Liquids 2023, 3(4), 426-439; https://doi.org/10.3390/liquids3040027 - 24 Oct 2023
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Due to the similarity of host–guest complexes and protein–ligand and protein–protein assemblies, computational tools for protein–drug complexes are commonly applied in host–guest binding. One of the methods with the highest popularity is the end-point free energy technique, which estimates the binding affinity with [...] Read more.
Due to the similarity of host–guest complexes and protein–ligand and protein–protein assemblies, computational tools for protein–drug complexes are commonly applied in host–guest binding. One of the methods with the highest popularity is the end-point free energy technique, which estimates the binding affinity with gas-phase and solvation contributions extracted from simplified end-point sampling. Our series papers on a set of carboxylated-pillararene host–guest complexes have proven with solid numerical evidence that standard end-point techniques are practically useless in host–guest binding, but alterations, such as slightly increasing interior dielectric constant in post-processing calculation and shifting to the multi-trajectory realization in conformational sampling, could better the situation and pull the end-point method back to the pool of usable tools. Also, the force-field selection plays a critical role, as it determines the sampled region in the conformational space. In the current work, we continue the efforts to explore potentially promising end-point modifications in host–guest binding and further extend the sampling time to an unprecedent length. Specifically, we comprehensively benchmarked the shift from the original MM description to QM Hamiltonians in post-processing the popular single-trajectory sampling. Two critical settings in the multi-scale QM/GBSA regime are the selections of the QM Hamiltonian and the implicit-solvent model, and a scan of combinations of popular semi-empirical QM Hamiltonians and GB models is performed. The multi-scale QM/GBSA treatment is further combined with the three-trajectory sampling protocol, introducing a further advanced modification. The sampling lengths in the host–guest complex, solvated guest and solvated host ensembles are extended to 500 ns, 500 ns and 12,000 ns. As a result, the sampling quality in end-point calculations is unprecedently high, enabling us to draw conclusive pictures of investigated forms of modified end-point free energy methods. Numerical results suggest that the shift to the QM Hamiltonian does not better the situation in the popular single-trajectory regime, but noticeable improvements are observed in the three-trajectory sampling regime, especially for the DFTB/GBSA parameter combination (either DFTB2 or its third-order extension), the quality metrics of which reach an unprecedently high level and surpass existing predictions (including costly alchemical transformations) on this dataset, hinting on the applicability of the advanced three-trajectory QM/GBSA end-point modification for host–guest complexes. Full article
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Communication
Quantum Phenomena Inside a Black Hole: Quantization of the Scalar Field Iniside Horizon in Schwarzschild Spacetime
by Pawel Gusin, Andrzej Radosz, Andy T. Augousti, Janos Polonyi, Oleg B. Zaslavskii and Romuald J. Ściborski
Universe 2023, 9(7), 299; https://doi.org/10.3390/universe9070299 - 21 Jun 2023
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We discuss the problem of the quantization and dynamic evolution of a scalar free field in the interior of a Schwarzschild black hole. A unitary approach to the dynamics of the quantized field is proposed: a time-dependent Hamiltonian governing the Heisenberg equations is [...] Read more.
We discuss the problem of the quantization and dynamic evolution of a scalar free field in the interior of a Schwarzschild black hole. A unitary approach to the dynamics of the quantized field is proposed: a time-dependent Hamiltonian governing the Heisenberg equations is derived. It is found that the system is represented by a set of harmonic oscillators coupled via terms corresponding to the creation and annihilation of pairs of particles and that the symmetry properties of the spacetime, homogeneity and isotropy are obeyed by the coupling terms in the Hamiltonian. It is shown that Heisenberg equations for annihilation and creation operators are transformed into ordinary differential equations for appropriate Bogolyubov coefficients. Such a formulation leads to a general question concerning the possibility of gravitationally driven instability, that is however excluded in this case. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Elementary Particles in Astrophysics and Cosmology)
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Application of Explicit Symplectic Integrators in the Magnetized Reissner–Nordström Spacetime
by Ai-Rong Hu and Guo-Qing Huang
Symmetry 2023, 15(5), 1094; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym15051094 - 16 May 2023
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In recent works by Wu and Wang a class of explicit symplectic integrators in curved spacetimes was presented. Different splitting forms or appropriate choices of time-transformed Hamiltonians are determined based on specific Hamiltonian problems. As its application, we constructed a suitable explicit symplectic [...] Read more.
In recent works by Wu and Wang a class of explicit symplectic integrators in curved spacetimes was presented. Different splitting forms or appropriate choices of time-transformed Hamiltonians are determined based on specific Hamiltonian problems. As its application, we constructed a suitable explicit symplectic integrator for surveying the dynamics of test particles in a magnetized Reissner–Nordström spacetime. In addition to computational efficiency, the scheme exhibits good stability and high precision for long-term integration. From the global phase-space structure of Poincaré sections, the extent of chaos can be strengthened when energy E, magnetic parameter B, or the charge q become larger. On the contrary, the occurrence of chaoticity is weakened with an increase of electric parameter Q and angular momentum L. The conclusion can also be supported by fast Lyapunov indicators. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Symmetry in Gravity Research)
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Dynamics and Control of Satellite Formations Invariant under the Zonal Harmonic Perturbation
by Stefano Carletta
Appl. Sci. 2023, 13(8), 4969; https://doi.org/10.3390/app13084969 - 15 Apr 2023
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A satellite formation operating in low-altitude orbits is subject to perturbations associated to the higher-order harmonics of the gravitational field, which cause a degradation of the formation configurations designed based on the unperturbed model of the Hill–Clohessy–Wiltshire equations. To compensate for these effects, [...] Read more.
A satellite formation operating in low-altitude orbits is subject to perturbations associated to the higher-order harmonics of the gravitational field, which cause a degradation of the formation configurations designed based on the unperturbed model of the Hill–Clohessy–Wiltshire equations. To compensate for these effects, periodic reconfiguration maneuvers are necessary, requiring the prior allocation of a propellant mass budget and, eventually, the use of resources from the ground segment, having a non-negligible impact on the complexity and cost of the mission. Using the Hamiltonian formalism and canonical transformations, a model is developed that allows designing configurations for formation flying invariant with respect to the zonal harmonic perturbation. Jn invariant configurations can be characterized, selecting the drift rate (or boundedness condition) and the amplitude of the oscillations, based on four parameters which can be easily converted in position and velocity components for the satellites of the formation. From this model, a guidance strategy is developed to inject a satellite approaching another spacecraft into a bounded relative trajectory about it and the optimal time for the maneuver, minimizing the total ΔV, is identified. The effectiveness of the model and of the guidance strategy is verified on some scenarios of interest for formations operating in a sun-synchronous and a medium-inclination low Earth orbit and a medium-inclination lunar orbit. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Autonomous Formation Systems: Guidance, Dynamics and Control)
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Relating a System’s Hamiltonian to Its Entropy Production Using a Complex Time Approach
by Michael C. Parker and Chris Jeynes
Entropy 2023, 25(4), 629; https://doi.org/10.3390/e25040629 - 6 Apr 2023
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We exploit the properties of complex time to obtain an analytical relationship based on considerations of causality between the two Noether-conserved quantities of a system: its Hamiltonian and its entropy production. In natural units, when complexified, the one is simply the Wick-rotated complex [...] Read more.
We exploit the properties of complex time to obtain an analytical relationship based on considerations of causality between the two Noether-conserved quantities of a system: its Hamiltonian and its entropy production. In natural units, when complexified, the one is simply the Wick-rotated complex conjugate of the other. A Hilbert transform relation is constructed in the formalism of quantitative geometrical thermodynamics, which enables system irreversibility to be handled analytically within a framework that unifies both the microscopic and macroscopic scales, and which also unifies the treatment of both reversibility and irreversibility as complementary parts of a single physical description. In particular, the thermodynamics of two unitary entities are considered: the alpha particle, which is absolutely stable (that is, trivially reversible with zero entropy production), and a black hole whose unconditional irreversibility is characterized by a non-zero entropy production, for which we show an alternate derivation, confirming our previous one. The thermodynamics of a canonical decaying harmonic oscillator are also considered. In this treatment, the complexification of time also enables a meaningful physical interpretation of both “imaginary time” and “imaginary energy”. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Geometry in Thermodynamics III)
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