A criterion for the existence of four limit cycles in quadratic systems

A method for the asymptotic integration of the trajectories is proposed for the Liénard equation. The results obtained by this method are used to prove the existence of two “large” limit cycles in quadratic systems with a weak focus. The application of standard procedures of small perturbations of the parameters of quadratic systems enables one to find additionally two “small” limit cycles. It is shown that the criterion obtained for the existence of four limit cycles generalizes the well known Shi theorem.     

On the existence of a stable limit cycle to a piecewise linear system in R2

The present paper is devoted to the existence of limit cycles of planar piecewise linear (PWL) systems with two zones separated by a straight line and singularity of type “focus-focus” and “focus-center.” Our investigation is a supplement to the classification of Freire et al concerning the existence and number of the limit cycles depending on certain parameters. To prove existence of a stable limit cycle in the case “focus-center,” we use a pure geometric approach. In the case “focus-focus,” we prove existence of a special configuration of five parameters leading to the existence of a unique stable limit cycle, whose period can be found by solving a transcendent equation. An estimate of this period is obtained. We apply this theory on a two-dimensional system describing the qualitative behavior of a two-dimensional excitable membrane model.     

Optimal trajectories which are tangent to an affine distribution

In this work we study the trajectories which are tangent to an affine sub-bundle in the tangent bundle of a manifold and which minimize the “total energy”.We give some characterizations of such “regular” trajectories in terms of control theory and geometrical theory. We also build some sufficient conditions of existence for such curves. (© 2008 WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

QUALITATIVE ANALYSIS OF A MULTIMOLECULEBIOCHEMICAL SYSTEM

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The number and stability of limit cycles for planar piecewise linear systems of node–saddle type

The objective of this paper is to study the number and stability of limit cycles for planar piecewise linear (PWL) systems of node–saddle type with two linear regions. Firstly, we give a thorough analysis of limit cycles for Liénard PWL systems of this type, proving one is the maximum number of limit cycles and obtaining necessary and sufficient conditions for the existence and stability of a unique limit cycle. These conditions can be easily verified directly according to the parameters in the systems, and play an important role in giving birth to two limit cycles for general PWL systems. In this step, the tool of a Bendixon-like theorem is successfully employed to derive the existence of a limit cycle. Secondly, making use of the results gained in the first step, we obtain parameter regions where the general PWL systems have at least one, at least two and no limit cycles respectively. In addition for the general PWL systems, some sufficient conditions are presented for the existence and stability of a unique one and exactly two limit cycles respectively. Finally, some numerical examples are given to illustrate the results and especially to show the existence and stability of two nested limit cycles.     

On the number of limit cycles in general planar piecewise linear systems of node–node types

We investigate the existence and number of limit cycles in a class of general planar piecewise linear systems constituted by two linear subsystems with node–node dynamics. Using the Liénard-like canonical form with seven parameters, some sufficient and necessary conditions for the existence of limit cycles are given by studying the fixed points of proper Poincaré maps. In particular, we prove the existence of at least two nested limit cycles and describe some parameter regions where two limit cycles exist. The main results are applied to the PWL Morris–Lecar neural model to determine the existence and stability of the limit cycles.     

Existence of multiple limit cycles in Chen system

In this paper, the existence of multiple limit cycles for Chen system are investigated. By using the method of computing the singular point quantities, the simple and explicit parametric conditions can be determined to the number and stability of multiple limit cycles from Hopf bifurcation. Especially, at least 4 limit cycles can be obtained for the Chen system as a three-dimensional perturbed system.     

Cycles of two-dimensional systems: Computer calculations,proofs, and experiments

One of the central problems in studying small cycles in the neighborhood of equilibrium involves computation of Lyapunov’s quantities. While Lyapunov’s first and second quantities were computed in the general form in the 1940s–1950s, Lyapunov’s third quantity was calculated only for certain special cases. In the present work, we present general formulas for calculation of Lyapunov’s third quantity. Together with the classical Lyapunov method for calculation of Lyapunov’s quantities, which is based on passing to the polar coordinates, we suggest a method developed for the Euclidian coordinates and for the time domain. The calculation of Lyapunov’s quantities by two different analytic methods involving modern software tools for symbolic computing enables us to justify the formulas obtained for Lyapunov’s third quantity. For quadratic systems in which Lyapunov’s first and second quantities vanish, while the third one does not, large cycles were calculated. In the calculations, the quadratic system was reduced to the Liénard equation, which was used to evaluate the domain of parameters corresponding to the existence of four cycles (three “small” cycles and a “large” one). This domain extends the region of parameters obtained by S.L. Shi in 1980 for a quadratic system with four limit cycles.     

Existence of limit cycles in general planar piecewise linear systems of saddle–saddle dynamics

The existence and number of limit cycles in a class of general planar piecewise linear systems constituted by two linear subsystems with saddle–saddle dynamics are investigated. Using the Liénard-like canonical form with seven parameters, the parametric regions of the existence of limit cycles are given by constructing proper Poincaré maps. In particular, the existence of at least two limit cycles is proved and some parameter regions where two nested limit cycles exist are given.     

Existence of fixed points for mappings of finite sets

We show that the existence theorem for zeros of a vector field (fixed points of a mapping) holds in the case of a “convex” finite set X and a “continuous” vector field (a self-mapping) directed inwards into the convex hull co X of X. The main goal is to give correct definitions of the notions of “continuity” and “convexity”. We formalize both these notions using a reflexive and symmetric binary relation on X, i.e., using a proximity relation. Continuity (we shall say smoothness) is formulated with respect to any proximity relation, and an additional requirement on the proximity (we shall call it the acyclicity condition) transforms X into a “convex” set. If these two requirements are satisfied, then the vector field has a zero (i.e., a fixed point).     

一类五次微分系统的定性分析

对一类五次平面多项式微分系统进行了定性分析.给出原点的中心与等时中心条件及极限环的存在性.研究了此系统无穷远点的性态,该无穷远点是高次奇点,并运用把大角域分为若干小角域的方法对此高次奇点在不定号情形下轨线的分布情况进行讨论.     

一类非线性微分系统极限环的存在性

研究了非线性微分系统 (dx)/(dt)=p(y),(dy)/(dt)=-q(y)f(x)-g(x)极限环的存在性,获得了该系统包围多个奇点的极限环存在的两个充分条件,所获结果改进和推广了文[1,2,3]中的相应结果,并且指出了文[2,3,4,5]中的疏漏.     

Multiple limit cycles bifurcation from the degenerate singularity for a class of three-dimensional systems

In this paper, bifurcation of small amplitude limit cycles from the degenerate equilibrium of a three-dimensional system is investigated. Firstly, the method to calculate the focal values at nilpotent critical point on center manifold is discussed. Then an example is studied, by computing the quasi-Lyapunov constants, the existence of at least 4 limit cycles on the center manifold is proved. In terms of degenerate singularity in high-dimensional systems, our work is new.     

一个群体防卫捕-食系统的定性分析

该文对一个群体防卫捕一食系统进行了较全面的定性分析．讨论了分界线的相对位置，得到了极限环的存在性、唯一性以及分界线环的存在性，首次证明了群体防卫捕一食系统可以至少存在两个或三个极限环．     

Product integrals II: Contour integrals

This paper continues the joint work of the authors begun in the article “On Strong Product Integration” [J. Functional Analysis, submitted]. We consider product integrals along contours; the point of view and development is analogous to the usual complex variable theory of ordinary contour integrals. Our main results are Theorem 2.3 (homotopy invariance of product integrals, an analog of Cauchy's integral theorem) and Theorem 3.4 (an analog of Cauchy's integral formula or the residue theorem).     

A complete bifurcation diagram of nonlocal bifurcations of singular points in the Lorenz system

For the system of Lorenz equations in the parameter space we construct a complete bifurcation diagram of all homoclinic and heteroclinic separatrix contours of singular points that exist in the system. These constructs include the existence surface of a homoclinic butterfly, the existence half-surface of homoclinic loops of saddle-focus separatrices, and the existence curve of a heteroclinic separatrix contour joining a saddle-node with two saddle-foci.     

Periodic orbits for perturbations of piecewise linear systems

We consider the existence of periodic orbits in a class of three-dimensional piecewise linear systems. Firstly, we describe the dynamical behavior of a non-generic piecewise linear system which has two equilibria and one two-dimensional invariant manifold foliated by periodic orbits. The aim of this work is to study the periodic orbits of the continuum that persist under a piecewise linear perturbation of the system. In order to analyze this situation, we build a real function of real variable whose zeros are related to the limit cycles that remain after the perturbation. By using this function, we state some results of existence and stability of limit cycles in the perturbed system, as well as results of bifurcations of limit cycles. The techniques presented are similar to the Melnikov theory for smooth systems and the method of averaging.     

Dynamics and bifurcation study on an extended Lorenz system

In this paper, we study dynamics and bifurcation of limit cycles in a recently developed new chaotic system, called extended Lorenz system. A complete analysis is provided for the existence of limit cycles bifurcating from Hopf critical points. The system has three equilibrium solutions: a zero one at the origin and two non-zero ones at two symmetric points. It is shown that the system can either have one limit cycle around the origin, or three limit cycles enclosing each of the two symmetric equilibria, giving a total six limit cycles. It is not possible for the system to have limit cycles simultaneously bifurcating from all the three equilibria. Simulations are given to verify the analytical predictions.     

一类生化系统的数学模型及定性分析

研究了一类非线性生化系统极限环的存在性与唯一稳定性,利用定性分析的方法研究了生化系统轨线的全局结构,给出了极限环存在与稳定的判别条件,改进和推广了已有的结果.     

Dynamic behavior classification of a model for a continuous bio-reactor subject to product inhibition

The dynamic behavior of the continuous biological reactor subject to product inhibition is analysed and classified in terms of multiplicity and stability of steady states and existence and stability character of limit cycles. Various boundary conditions are derived which delineate the parameter space into regions of dynamically different behavior. The predicted types of behavior are then illustrated by numerical computation of cells and product concentration trajectories.