Two-Step High Order Starting Values for Implicit Runge–Kutta Methods

In this article a simple form of expressing and studying the order conditions to be satisfied by starting algorithms for Runge–Kutta methods, which use information from the two previous steps is presented. In particular, starting algorithms of highest order for Runge–Kutta–Gauss methods up to seven stages are derived. Some numerical experiments with Hamiltonian systems to compare the behaviour of the new starting algorithms with other existing ones are presented.     

A New Technique for Ill-Conditioned Linear Systems

The technique we propose for solving ill-conditioned linear systems consists of two steps. First we compute the regularized solution on some values of the regularization parameter . Then we use these solutions either to extrapolate at =0 or to estimate the regularized solution with determined by the generalized cross validation or by the L-curve method.     

Discrete groups actions and corresponding modules

We address the problem of interrelations between the properties of an action of a discrete group on a compact Hausdorff space and the algebraic and analytical properties of the module of all continuous functions over the algebra of invariant continuous functions . The present paper is a continuation of our joint paper with M. Frank and V. Manuilov. Here we prove some statements inverse to the ones obtained in that paper: we deduce properties of actions from properties of modules. In particular, it is proved that if for a uniformly continuous action the module is finitely generated projective over , then the cardinality of orbits of the action is finite and fixed. Sufficient conditions for existence of natural conditional expectations are obtained.

     

On generalized hamiltonian systems

1. PreliminaryIt is well known that{1] a 8ymPlectic form is invariant along the trajectory of a Hamilto-nian system. Based on this fundamental property, certain techniques have been developed.The purpose of this paper is to extend such an approach to a wider class of dynamic systeIns,namely, genera1ized Hamiltonian systems. Our purpose is to investigate a class of dynaInicsystems, which possess a certain "geometric structure".Deflnition 1.1[1'2]. Let M be a tIlallifo1d. w E fl'(M) is call…     

Ising-Type and Other Transitions in One-Dimensional Coupled Map Lattices with Sign Symmetry

We consider a one-dimensional lattice of expanding antisymmetric maps [–1, 1][–1, 1] with nearest neighbor diffusive coupling. For such systems it is known that if the coupling parameter is small there is unique stationary (in time) state, which is chaotic in space-time. A disputed question is whether such systems can exhibit Ising-type phase transitions as grows beyond some critical value _c. We present results from computer experiments which give definite indication that such a transition takes place: the mean square magnetization appears to diverge as approaches some critical value, with a critical exponent around 0.9. We also study other properties of the coupled map system.     

Quantum Monodromy and Bohr–Sommerfeld Rules

This article is based on a talk given in Dijon for the 2000 summer school Topological and Geometrical Methods: Applications to Dynamical Systems. The standard definitions of the monodromy invariant for completely integrable classical systems are reviewed, and the link to the quantum monodromy observed in the joint spectrum of commuting operators is explained. The mathematical treatment relies on a modern and attractive version of the Bohr–Sommerfeld quantisation rules.     

Generalized Quantum Mechanics for Separated Systems

We give seven necessary physical conditions on a property lattice for to describe two quantum systems when they are separated.     

On the Influence of the Lowest Terms on Dirichlet—Type Problems for Elliptic Systems Degenerate at a Point

We consider Dirichlet–type problems for weakly connected systems of elliptic equations of second order with a strong degeneracy at an inner point of the domain, when, in a neighborhood of this point, the asymptotics of a solution is additionally given. The form of the given asymptotics essentially depends on the properties of the coefficients at the first–order derivatives. We prove the existence and uniqueness of solutions of the problems considered in Hölder function classes.     

On the Geometry of Inner Approximations to the Set of Null Controllability for Constrained Linear Systems

The problem of obtaining inner approximations to the set of null controllability for linear systems is considered, and the geometry of certain sets arising in the approximation of using linear feedback is explored. A two-dimensional example is worked in detail in order to delineate the limitations to the use of linear feedback.     

Design of Civil Engineering Frame Structures Using a Monomial/Newton Hybrid Method

This paper presents an application of a monomial approximation method for solving systems of nonlinear equations to the design of civil engineering frame structures. This is accomplished by solving a set of equations representing the state known as fully-stressed design, where each member of the structure is stressed to the maximum safe allowable level under at least one of the loading conditions acting on it. The monomial approximation method is based on the process of condensation, which has its origin in geometric programming theory. A monomial/Newton hybrid method is presented which permits some of the design variables to be free in sign, while others are strictly positive. This hybrid method is well suited to the structural design application since some variables are naturally positive and others are naturally free. The proposed method is compared to the most commonly used fully-stressed design method in practice. The hybrid method is shown to find solutions that the conventional method cannot find, while doing so with less computational effort. The impact of this approach on the activity of structural design is discussed.