Cell Conservative Flux Recovery and a Posteriori Error Estimate of Vertex-Centered Finite Volume Methods

A cell conservative flux recovery technique is developed here for vertex-centered finite volume methods of second order elliptic equations. It is based on solving a local Neumann problem on each control volume using mixed finite element methods. The recovered flux is used to construct a constant free a posteriori error estimator which is proven to be reliable and efficient. Some numerical tests are presented to confirm the theoretical results. Our method works for general order finite volume methods and the recovery-based and residual-based a posteriori error estimators are the first result on a posteriori error estimators for high order finite volume methods.     

A Posteriori Error Estimates of Triangular Mixed Finite Element Methods for Semilinear Optimal Control Problems

In this paper, we present an a posteriori error estimates of semilinear quadratic constrained optimal control problems using triangular mixed finite element methods. The state and co-state are approximated by the order $k\leq 1$ Raviart- Thomas mixed finite element spaces and the control is approximated by piecewise constant element. We derive a posteriori error estimates for the coupled state and control approximations. A numerical example is presented in confirmation of the theory.     

The a Posteriori Error Estimates for Chebyshev-Galerkin Spectral Methods in One Dimension

In this paper, the Chebyshev-Galerkin spectral approximations are employed to investigate Poisson equations and the fourth order equations in one dimension. Meanwhile, $p$-version finite element methods with Chebyshev polynomials are utilized to solve Poisson equations. The efficient and reliable a posteriori error estimators are given for different models. Furthermore, the a priori error estimators are derived independently. Some numerical experiments are performed to verify the theoretical analysis for the a posteriori error indicators and a priori error estimations.     

A Priori Error Estimates of Finite Element Methods for Linear Parabolic Integro-Differential Optimal Control Problems

In this paper, we study the mathematical formulation for an optimal control problem governed by a linear parabolic integro-differential equation and present the optimality conditions. We then set up its weak formulation and the finite element approximation scheme. Based on these we derive the a priori error estimates for its finite element approximation both in $H^1$ and $L^2$ norms. Furthermore, some numerical tests are presented to verify the theoretical results.     

A Posteriori Error Estimates of a Combined Mixed Finite Element and Discontinuous Galerkin Method for a Kind of Compressible Miscible Displacement Problems

A kind of compressible miscible displacement problems which include molecular diffusion and dispersion in porous media are investigated. The mixed finite element method is applied to the flow equation, and the transport one is solved by the symmetric interior penalty discontinuous Galerkin method. Based on a duality argument, employing projection estimates and approximation properties, a posteriori residual-type $hp$ error estimates for the coupled system are presented, which is often used for guiding adaptivity. Comparing with the error analysis carried out by Yang (Int. J. Numer. Meth. Fluids, 65(7) (2011), pp. 781-797), the current work is more complicated and challenging.     

Finite Element $θ$-Schemes for the Acoustic Wave Equation

In this paper, we investigate the stability and convergence of a family of implicit finite difference schemes in time and Galerkin finite element methods in space for the numerical solution of the acoustic wave equation. The schemes cover the classical explicit second-order leapfrog scheme and the fourth-order accurate scheme in time obtained by the modified equation method. We derive general stability conditions for the family of implicit schemes covering some well-known CFL conditions. Optimal error estimates are obtained. For sufficiently smooth solutions, we demonstrate that the maximal error in the $L^2$-norm error over a finite time interval converges optimally as $\mathcal{O}(h^{p+1}+∆t^s)$, where $p$ denotes the polynomial degree, $s$=2 or 4, $h$ the mesh size, and $∆t$ the time step.     

Posteriori Error Estimation for an Interior Penalty Discontinuous Galerkin Method for Maxwell's Equations in Cold Plasma

In this paper, we develop a residual-based a posteriori error estimator for the time-dependent Maxwell's equations in the cold plasma. Here we consider a semi-discrete interior penalty discontinuous Galerkin (DG) method for solving the governing equations. We provide both the upper bound and lower bound analysis for the error estimator. This is the first posteriori error analysis carried out for the Maxwell's equations in dispersive media.     

Error Analysis and Adaptive Methods of Least Squares Nonconforming Finite Element for the Transport Equations

In this paper, we consider a least squares nonconforming finite element of low order for solving the transport equations. We give a detailed overview on the stability and the convergence properties of our considered methods in the stability norm. Moreover, we derive residual type a posteriori error estimates for the least squares nonconforming finite element methods under $H^{−1}$-norm, which can be used as the error indicators to guide the mesh refinement procedure in the adaptive finite element method. The theoretical results are supported by a series of numerical experiments.     

Error Analysis for a Non-Monotone FEM for a Singularly Perturbed Problem with Two Small Parameters

In this paper, we consider a singularly perturbed convection-diffusion problem. The problem involves two small parameters that gives rise to two boundary layers at two endpoints of the domain. For this problem, a non-monotone finite element methods is used. A priori error bound in the maximum norm is obtained. Based on the a priori error bound, we show that there exists Bakhvalov-type mesh that gives optimal error bound of$\mathcal{O}(N^{−2})$ which is robust with respect to the two perturbation parameters. Numerical results are given that confirm the theoretical result.     

自适应有限元方法和后验误差估计

自适应有限元方法是科学研究和工程设计领域中非常有效的一种求解偏微分方程的数值计算方法。这种方法是为了以尽可能小的代价取得尽可能好的计算效果。后验误差估计是实现自适应有限元计算的关键性手段。文章综合介绍了自适应有限元方法和后验误差估计在求解椭圆型方程、抛物型方程和双曲型方程方面所取得的比较新的成就。     

痕量元素分析中的随机误差的估计

本文讨论了痕量元素分析中的随机误差的规律性。文中对专家们提出的各种误差分布模型进行了比较和分析。采用12个标准物质样品的23种痕量元素的大量分析数据，对痕量分析的相对标准偏差和含量的关系进行了不同模型的研究，并由此得到相应的数学表达式，用于控制痕量分析中的随机误差，数学表达式表明了检出限，含量和随机误差的关系，采用此数学表达式对23种痕量元素的4万余个分析数据进行了检验，结果和我们预期的结论相当吻合。     

Error Estimates of Mixed Methods for Optimal Control Problems Governed by General Elliptic Equations

In this paper, we investigate the error estimates of mixed finite element methods for optimal control problems governed by general elliptic equations. The state and co-state are approximated by the lowest order Raviart-Thomas mixed finite element spaces and the control variable is approximated by piecewise constant functions. We derive $L^2$ and $H^{-1}$-error estimates both for the control variable and the state variables. Finally, a numerical example is given to demonstrate the theoretical results.     

Error Estimates and Superconvergence of Mixed Finite Element Methods for Optimal Control Problems with Low Regularity

In this paper, we investigate the error estimates and superconvergence property of mixed finite element methods for elliptic optimal control problems. The state and co-state are approximated by the lowest order Raviart-Thomas mixed finite element spaces and the control variable is approximated by piecewise constant functions. We derive $L^2$ and $L^\infty$-error estimates for the control variable. Moreover, using a recovery operator, we also derive some superconvergence results for the control variable. Finally, a numerical example is given to demonstrate the theoretical results.     

A Stabilized Finite Element Method for Non-Stationary Conduction-Convection Problems

This paper is concerned with a stabilized finite element method based on two local Gauss integrations for the two-dimensional non-stationary conduction-convection equations by using the lowest equal-order pairs of finite elements. This method only offsets the discrete pressure space by the residual of the simple and symmetry term at element level in order to circumvent the inf-sup condition. The stability of the discrete scheme is derived under some regularity assumptions. Optimal error estimates are obtained by applying the standard Galerkin techniques. Finally, the numerical illustrations agree completely with the theoretical expectations.     

流动数值模拟中一种并行自适应有限元算法

给出了一种流动数值模拟中的基于误差估算的并行网格自适应有限元算法.首先,以初网格上获得的当地事后误差估算值为权,应用递归谱对剖分方法划分初网格,使各子域上总体误差近似相等,以解决负载平衡问题.然后以误差值为判据对各子域内网格进行独立的自适应处理.最后应用基于粘接元的区域分裂法在非匹配的网格上求解N-S方程.区域分裂情形下N-S方程有限元解的误差估算则是广义Stokes问题误差估算方法的推广.为验证方法的可靠性,给出了不可压流经典算例的数值结果.     

An Inf-Sup Stabilized Finite Element Method by Multiscale Functions for the Stokes Equations

In the paper, an inf-sup stabilized finite element method by multiscale functions for the Stokes equations is discussed. The key idea is to use a Petrov-Galerkin approach based on the enrichment of the standard polynomial space for the velocity component with multiscale functions. The inf-sup condition for $P_1$-$P_0$ triangular element (or $Q_1$-$P_0$ quadrilateral element) is established. And the optimal error estimates of the stabilized finite element method for the Stokes equations are obtained.     

非匹配网格上广义Stokes问题的区域分裂解法及事后误差估算

发展了一种广义Stokes问题的无覆盖区域分裂解法。子域交界面上的约束条件是通过引入一Lagrange乘子而得到弱满足的,在有限元离散子域的交界处网格可以是非匹配的。应用Petrov Galerkin方法解每个子域上的广义Stokes问题,而交界面上的Lagrange乘子则通过共轭梯度法迭代求解,各变量均由线性函数离散。对上述区域分裂解法,还构造了基于求解当地问题的误差事后估算方法。各变量的当地误差估算器定义在二阶非连续鼓包(bump)函数的空间中。最后给出了基于事后误差估算值的自适应网格上的数值结果。     

An Error Analysis for the Finite Element Approximation to the Steady-State Poisson-Nernst-Planck Equations

Poisson-Nernst-Planck equations are a coupled system of nonlinear partial differential equations consisting of the Nernst-Planck equation and the electrostatic Poisson equation with delta distribution sources, which describe the electrodiffusion of ions in a solvated biomolecular system. In this paper, some error bounds for a piecewise finite element approximation to this problem are derived. Several numerical examples including biomolecular problems are shown to support our analysis.     

A Priori and a Posteriori Error Analysis of the Discontinuous Galerkin Methods for Reissner-Mindlin Plates

In this paper, we apply an a posteriori error control theory that we develop in a very recent paper to three families of the discontinuous Galerkin methods for the Reissner-Mindlin plate problem. We derive robust a posteriori error estimators for them and prove their reliability and efficiency.     

Two-Level Defect-Correction Method for Steady Navier-Stokes Problem with Friction Boundary Conditions

In this paper, we present two-level defect-correction finite element method for steady Navier-Stokes equations at high Reynolds number with the friction boundary conditions, which results in a variational inequality problem of the second kind. Based on Taylor-Hood element, we solve a variational inequality problem of Navier-Stokes type on the coarse mesh and solve a variational inequality problem of Navier-Stokes type corresponding to Newton linearization on the fine mesh. The error estimates for the velocity in the $H^1$ norm and the pressure in the $L^2$ norm are derived. Finally, the numerical results are provided to confirm our theoretical analysis.