Bifurcation of a predator–prey model with disease in the prey

In this paper, a predator–prey model with disease in the prey is considered. Assume that the predator eats only the infected prey, and the incidence rate is nonlinear. We study the dynamics of the model in terms of local analysis of equilibria and bifurcation analysis of a boundary equilibrium and a positive equilibrium. We discuss the Bogdanov–Takens bifurcation near the boundary equilibrium and the Hopf bifurcation near the positive equilibrium; numerical simulation results are given to support the theoretical predictions.     

A single helicopter’s flying model in the low airspace with a parallel electrical wire network

In this paper, we use car-following theory to propose a model with consideration of multi-telegraph poles and electrical wires to describe a single helicopter’s flying behavior in the low airspace with a parallel electrical wire network. The numerical results show that the proposed model can describe the qualitative effects of the parallel electrical wire network on the evolutions of a helicopter’s speed, safe distances for the telegraph poles and electrical wires and safe sphere. These results can help us to better understand the helicopter’s flying behavior in the low airspace with a parallel electrical wire network.     

Optimal harvesting strategy of a stochastic inshore–offshore hairtail fishery model driven by Lévy jumps in a polluted environment

Nonlinear Dynamics - With the increasing demand for aquatic products all over the world, exploring the interactions between inshore and offshore fisheries is one of the meaningful issues to help...     

Dynamics of an inshore–offshore fishery model with impulsive pollutant input in inshore area

Concerning the polluted environment in inshore areas and the effects of unbalanced impulsive diffusion between inshore and offshore areas on the size of fish population, based on optimal harvesting policy, a logistic offshore fishery system with impulsive pollutant input in inshore areas and impulsive diffusion at different fixed time is formulated, and we investigate the dynamics of such system. The sufficient conditions are obtained for the existence of the positive periodic solution and the global asymptotic stability of both the trivial periodic solution and the positive periodic solution. Moreover, the maximum sustainable yield and the corresponding harvesting effort are obtained.     

Global stability of a delayed SEIRS epidemic model with saturation incidence rate

In this paper, an SEIRS epidemic model with a saturation incidence rate and a time delay describing a latent period is investigated. By analyzing the corresponding characteristic equations, the local stability of an endemic equilibrium and a disease-free equilibrium is established. When the basic reproduction number is greater than unity, by means of an iteration technique, sufficient conditions are obtained for the global asymptotic stability of the endemic equilibrium. By comparison arguments, it is proved that if the basic reproduction number is less than unity, the disease-free equilibrium is globally asymptotically stable. Numerical simulations are carried out to illustrate the main theoretical results.     

A delayed HIV-1 infection model with Beddington–DeAngelis functional response

In this paper, a mathematical model for HIV-1 infection with intracellular delay and Beddington–DeAngelis functional response is investigated. We obtain a necessary and sufficient condition for the global stability of the infection-free equilibrium and give some sufficient conditions for the local stability of the infected equilibrium.     

Stabilizing control of Hopf bifurcation in the Hodgkin–Huxley model via washout filter with linear control term

It is a significant issue to control bifurcation because many neuronal diseases have close relevance to bifurcation of neuron system. Some studies have been done on bifurcation control in the Hodgkin–Huxley (HH) model, but there is no clear mathematical criterion for bifurcation stabilization. In this paper, according to Routh–Hurwitz stability criterion, we employ linear control term of washout filter-aided dynamic feedback controller to stabilize bifurcation of the HH model. As a result, we can deduce linear control gain based on the criterion, and simulation shows the method is effective for making the HH model stable. The controller designs described here are achieved by electrical stimulus, so it may have potential applications in the diagnosis and therapy of dynamical diseases.     

Thermal boundary layer flow over a stretching sheet in a micropolar fluid with radiation effect

In the present paper, we study the effects of radiation on the thermal boundary layer flow induced by a linearly stretching sheet immersed in an incompressible micropolar fluid with constant surface temperature. Similarity transformation is employed to transform the governing partial differential equations into ordinary ones, which are then solved numerically using the Runge-Kutta-Fehlberg method. Results for the local Nusselt number as well as the temperature profiles are presented for different values of the governing parameters. It is found that the heat transfer rate at the surface decreases in the presence of radiation. Comparison with known results for certain particular cases is excellent.     

Complete synchronization of delay hyperchaotic Lü system via a single linear input

This work is devoted to investigating the complete synchronization of two identical delay hyperchaotic Lü systems with different initial conditions, and a simple complete synchronization scheme only with a single linear input is proposed. Based on the Lyapunov stability theory, sufficient conditions of synchronization are obtained for both linear feedback and adaptive control approaches. The problem of adaptive synchronization between two nearly identical delay hyperchaotic Lü systems with unknown parameters is also studied. A?single input adaptive synchronization controller is proposed, and the adaptive parameter update laws are developed. Numerical simulation results are presented to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed chaos synchronization scheme.     

Bifurcation and chaos of biochemical reaction model with impulsive perturbations

In this paper, a biochemical model with the impulsive perturbations is considered. By using the Floquet theorem for the impulsive equation and small-amplitude perturbation skills, we see that the boundary-periodic solution ([(x)\tilde](t),0)(\tilde{x}(t),0) is locally stable if some conditions are satisfied. In a certain limiting case, it is shown that a nontrivial periodic solution emerges via a supercritical bifurcation. By numerical simulation, we can show that the system presents rich dynamics, including periodic solutions, quasi-periodic oscillations, period doubling cascades, periodic halving cascades, symmetry bifurcations, and chaos.     

Dynamic model based nonlinear tracking control of a planar parallel manipulator

Based on the dynamic model, a novel nonlinear tracking controller is developed to overcome the nonlinear dynamics and friction of a planar parallel manipulator. The dynamic model is formulated in the active joint space, and the active joint friction is described with the Coulomb + viscous friction model. A nonlinear tracking controller is designed to eliminate the tracking error by using the power function. The nonlinear tracking controller is proven to guarantee asymptotic convergence to zero of both the tracking error and error rate with the Barbalat’s lemma. The trajectory tracking experiment of the proposed controller is implemented on an actual five-bar planar parallel manipulator both at the low-speed and high-speed motion. Moreover, the control performances of the proposed controller are compared with the results of the augmented PD (APD) controller.     

Control problems of a mathematical model for schistosomiasis transmission dynamics

Drug treatment, snail control, cercariae control, improved sanitation and health education are the effective strategies which are used to control the schistosomiasis. In this paper, we formulate a deterministic model for schistosomiasis transmission dynamics in order to explore the role of the several control strategies. The basic reproductive number is computed. Sufficient conditions for the global asymptotic stability of the disease-free equilibrium are obtained. By using the Center Manifold Theory, we analyze the local stability of endemic equilibrium. Finally, numerical simulations support our analytical conclusions and the sensitive analysis on the basic reproductive number to the changes of control parameters are shown. Our results imply that snail-killing is the most effective way to control the transmission of schistosomiasis.     

A two-dimensional polycrystal model in a ‘deep’ space representation

We propose a model which links macroscopic deformations with changes in crystalline texture. The model calls upon microstructural variables to describe the state of the polycrystal; their time-rates, together with the corresponding microstresses, enter the expression of virtual power. Appropriate supplementary terms also appear in the equations of balance of energy and entropy.Schmid's law for single slip systems is invoked to provide one of the additional constitutive equations. A constitutive statement similar to the Taylor-Bishop-Hill criterion for polycrystals is introduced to relate the velocity gradient and the lattice spin via the active spin combination.The model is applied to an example agreeing with a Taylor planar polycrystal for a particular choice of constitutive laws for the microstresses.

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Sommario Proponiamo un modello che collega la deformazione macroscopica all'evoluzione della tessitura cristallina. Questo modello si rifà a variabili microstrutturali per descriverelo stato profondo del policristallo; le velocità di tali variabili entrano nell'espressione della potenza virtuale in uno con le microtensioni ad esse associate. Termini supplementari appropriati appaiono inoltre nelle equazioni di bilancio dell'energia e dell'entropia.Viene utilizzato il criterio di Schmid per i singoli sistemi di scivolamento per scrivere una delle equazioni costitutive necessarie. Viene quindi introdotto un assunto simile al criterio di Taylor-Bishop-Hill per i policristalli per mettere in relazione il gradiente di velocità e la velocità di rotazione del reticolo cristallino via la combinazione di scivolamenti attiva.Il modello viene applicato ad un esempio mostrando buon accordo con un policristallo piano alla Taylor per una scelta particolare dei legami costitutivi delle microtensioni.

     

Almost periodic solution of a non-autonomous model of phytoplankton allelopathy

In this paper, a non-autonomous two species competitive allelopathic phytoplankton model in presence of a discrete time delay is considered. We have obtained the sufficient conditions for permanence along with existence-uniqueness of an almost periodic solution. Sufficient conditions are derived for the existence of unique almost periodic solution. Analytical findings are supported through exhaustive numerical simulations. With the help of the numerical example, we have demonstrated that initial density dependent almost periodic co-existence is possible in some situations when parameter values fail to satisfy all the conditions of permanence.     

A nonlinear numerical simulation of a lab centrifuge with internal damping

This paper is about numerical simulations of dissipation processes in rotor shaft joints of rotor systems. Based on measurement results a nonlinear simulation model of a lab centrifuge is stated. The effects of internal damping in combination with nonlinear stiffness and friction in the rotor shaft joint of the lab centrifuge are worked out. It is shown that the nonlinearities cause the amplitudes to rest limited once increased amplitudes due to internal damping appear. One focus is the derivation of suitable force laws describing the mechanisms of the components within the connection.     

Rich spatial–temporal dynamics in a diffusive population model for pioneer–climax species

Nonlinear Dynamics - A general diffusive population model for interactions of pioneer and climax species subject to the no-flux boundary condition is considered. Local and global steady-state...     

A nonlinear visco-elastoplastic impact model and the coefficient of restitution

A visco-elastoplastic model for the impact between a compact body and a composite target is presented. The model is a combination of a nonlinear contact law that includes energy loss due to plastic deformation and a viscous element that accounts for energy losses due to wave propagation and/or damping. The governing nonlinear equations are solved numerically to obtain the response. A piecewise linear version of the model is also presented, which facilitates analytical solution. The model predictions are compared to those of the well-known and commonly used Hunt–Crossley model. The effects of the various impact parameters, such as impactor mass, velocity, plasticity, and damping, on the impact response and coefficient of restitution are investigated. The model appears to be suitable for a wide range of impact situations, with parameters that are well defined and easily calculated or measured. Furthermore, the resulting coefficient of restitution is shown to be a function of impact velocity and damping, as confirmed by published experimental data.     

Autoparametric interaction of a liquid surface in a rectangular tank with an elastic support structure under 1:1 internal resonance

Autoparametric interaction of a liquid free surface in a rectangular tank with an elastic support structure, which is subjected to vertical excitation, is investigated. When the natural frequency of the structure is equal to the lowest natural frequency of liquid sloshing, this system is categorized as an autoparametric system with an internal resonance ratio 1:1. The structure is elastically supported so there is a higher possibility that the 1:1 internal resonance can be observed. The nonlinear theoretical analysis is conducted for a fluid assumed to be perfect in a tank with a finite liquid depth. The equations of motion for the first three sloshing modes are derived employing Galerkin’s technique and considering both the nonlinearity of the fluid motion, and the viscous damping effect. Then the theoretical frequency response curves for the harmonic oscillations of the structure and sloshing are determined using van der Pol’s method. The frequency response curves show that high amplitudes of the structure’s vibrations facilitate the liquid sloshing. Furthermore, the influence of the internal detuning parameter is investigated by showing the frequency response curves and bifurcation sets. Hopf bifurcations may occur followed by amplitude-modulated motions. The theoretical results are in quantitative agreement with the experimental data.     

Dynamics of a discrete-time stage-structured predator–prey system with Holling type II response function

Nonlinear Dynamics - A discrete-time model of predator–prey dynamics with Holling type II response function is proposed. Each species considered has its age structure which is typical for...