On a class of extremal solutions of a moment problem for rational matrix-valued functions in the nondegenerate case II

The main theme of this paper is the discussion of a family of extremal solutions of a finite moment problem for rational matrix functions in the nondegenerate case. We will point out that each member of this family is extremal in several directions. Thereby, the investigations below continue the studies in Fritzsche et al. (in press) [1]. In doing so, an application of the theory of orthogonal rational matrix functions with respect to a nonnegative Hermitian matrix Borel measure on the unit circle is used to get some insights into the structure of the extremal solutions in question. In particular, we explain characterizations of these solutions in the whole solution set in terms of orthogonal rational matrix functions. We will also show that the associated Riesz-Herglotz transform of such a particular solution admits specific representations, where orthogonal rational matrix functions are involved.     

Solution of a multiple Nevanlinna–Pick problem for Carathéodory functions via orthogonal rational functions in the matrix case

We consider an interpolation problem of Nevanlinna–Pick type for matrix‐valued Carathéodory functions, where the values of the functions and its derivatives up to certain orders are given at finitely many points of the open unit disk. For the non‐degenerate case, i.e., in the particular situation that a specific block matrix (which is formed by the given data in the problem) is positive Hermitian, the solution set of this problem is described in terms of orthogonal rational matrix‐valued functions. These rational matrix functions play here a similar role as Szegő's orthogonal polynomials on the unit circle in the classical case of the trigonometric moment problem. In particular, we present and use a connection between Szegő and Schur parameters for orthogonal rational matrix‐valued functions which in the primary situation of orthogonal polynomials was found by Geronimus. (© 2007 WILEY‐VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

On subclasses of the caratheodory class with matricial extremal property *

The paper can be considered as continuation of the former investigations on inverse problems of entropy optimization (see [FFK 1]. [FFK 21). Two types of a matricial extremal property for matrix-valued Carathéodory functions are studied. The results are interpreted in the context of prediction theory     

On a Parametrization Formula for the Solution Set of a Completely Indeterminate Generalized Matricial Carathéodory–Fejér Problem

A parametrization formula for the solution set of a completely indeterminate generalized matricial Carathéodory–Fejér problem is given. The unique A–normalized γ–generating quadruple is constructed by a limit procedure. Moreover, its blocks are expressed as Gramians.     

On measure‐valued solutions to a two‐dimensional gravity‐driven avalanche flow model

This paper concerns measure‐valued solutions for the two‐dimensional granular avalanche flow model introduced by Savage and Hutter. The system is similar to the isentropic compressible Euler equations, except for a Coulomb–Mohr friction law in the source term. We will partially follow the study of measure‐valued solutions given by DiPerna and Majda. However, due to the multi‐valued nature of the friction law, new more sensitive measures must be introduced. The main idea is to consider the class of x‐dependent maximal monotone graphs of non‐single‐valued operators and their relation with 1‐Lipschitz, Carathéodory functions. This relation allows to introduce generalized Young measures for x‐dependent maximal monotone graph. Copyright © 2005 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Representations of Central Matrix-Valued Carathéodory Functions in Both Nondegenerate and Degenerate Cases

We derive left and right quotient representations for central q × q matrix-valued Carathéodory functions. Moreover, we obtain recurrent formulas for the matrix polynomials involved in the quotient representations. These formulas are the starting point for getting recurrent formulas for those matrix polynomials which occur in the Arov-Krein resolvent matrix for the nondegenerate matricial Carathéodory problem.     

More on a class of extremal solutions of a moment problem for rational matrix-valued functions in the nondegenerate case

The main subject of the paper is an in-depth analysis of Weyl matrix balls which are associated with a finite moment problem for rational matrix functions in the nondegenerate case. Thereby, the investigations tie in with preceding studies on a class of extremal solutions of the moment problem in question. We will point out that each member of this class is also extremal concerning the parameters of Weyl matrix balls. The considerations lead to characterizations of these particular solutions within the whole solution set of the problem. In doing so, an application of the theory of orthogonal rational matrix functions with respect to a nonnegative Hermitian matrix Borel measure on the unit circle is used to get that insight.     

The matricial Schur problem in both nondegenerate and degenerate cases

The principal object of this paper is to present a new approach simultaneously to both nondegenerate and degenerate cases of the matricial Schur problem. This approach is based on an analysis of the central matrixvalued Schur functions which was started in [24]–[26] and then continued in [27]. In the nondegenerate situation we will see that the parametrization of the solution set obtained here coincides with the well‐known formula of D. Z. Arov and M. G. Kre?n for that case (see [1]). Furthermore, we give some characterizations of the situation that the matricial Schur problem has a unique solution (© 2009 WILEY‐VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. KGaA, Weinheim)     

On the sequences of the Weyl semi-radii associated with matricial Carathéodory and Schur sequences in both nondegenerate and degenerate cases

In this paper we discuss Weyl matrix balls in the context of the matricial versions of the classical interpolation problems named after Carathéodory and Schur. Our particular focus will be on studying the monotonicity of suitably normalized semi-radii of the corresponding Weyl matrix balls. We, furthermore, devote a fair bit of attention to characterizing the case in which equality holds for particular matricial inequalities. Solving these problems will provide us with a new perspective on the role of the central functions for the classes of Carathéodory and Schur.     

The Spectrum of Reversible Minimizers

Poincaré and, later on, Carathéodory, showed that the Floquet multipliers of 1-dimensional periodic curves minimizing the Lagrangian action are real and positive. Even though Carathéodory himself observed that this result loses its validity in the general higherdimensional case, we shall show that it remains true for systems which are reversible in time. In this way, we also generalize a previous result by Offin on the hyperbolicity of nondegenerate symmetric minimizers. Our arguments rely on the higher-dimensional generalizations of the Sturm theory which were developed during the second half of the twentieth century by several authors, including Hartman, Morse or Arnol’d.     

Carathéodory’s Theorem and moduli of local connectivity

We give a quantitative proof of the Carathéodory Theorem by means of the concept of a modulus of local connectivity and the extremal distance of the separating curves of an annulus.     

An extension of the associated rational functions on the unit circle

A special class of orthogonal rational functions (ORFs) is presented in this paper. Starting with a sequence of ORFs and the corresponding rational functions of the second kind, we define a new sequence as a linear combination of the previous ones, the coefficients of this linear combination being self-reciprocal rational functions. We show that, under very general conditions on the self-reciprocal coefficients, this new sequence satisfies orthogonality conditions as well as a recurrence relation. Further, we identify the Carathéodory function of the corresponding orthogonality measure in terms of such self-reciprocal coefficients.The new class under study includes the associated rational functions as a particular case. As a consequence of the previous general analysis, we obtain explicit representations for the associated rational functions of arbitrary order, as well as for the related Carathéodory function. Such representations are used to find new properties of the associated rational functions.     

On Ranges and Moore�CPenrose Inverses Related to Matrix Carath��odory and Schur Functions

By Cayley transformation, there is an interplay between matrix-valued Carathéodory and Schur functions in the unit disk. One of the main aims of the paper is to study this interplay with a view to the fact that the matrix function given by the values of a Carathéodory function via Moore–Penrose inverses is also a Carathéodory function. In doing so, we also analyze ranges and null spaces of the values of the matrix function in question and get some results of independence concerning the concretely chosen point of the domain.     

Carathéodory - Fejér Problem for Pairs of Meromorphic Functions

We continue our study of families of pairs of matrix-valued meromorphic functions P(ρ,P) depending on two parameters p and P introduced in [2]. These include as special cases the projective Schur, Nevanlinna and Carathéodory classes. A two sided Carathéodory Fejér interpolation problem is defined and solved in P(ρ,P), using the fundamental matrix inequality method. A corresponding Schur algorithm is studied. Finally we also consider the case of functions (as opposed to pairs).     

Basic results on hybrid differential equations

In this paper, an existence theorem for hybrid nonlinear differential equations is proved under mixed Lipschitz and Carathéodory conditions. Some fundamental differential inequalities are also established which are utilized to prove the existence of extremal solutions and a comparison result.     

Extremal functions for functionals on some classes of analytic functions

It is shown that the theorem of Carathéodory and Toeplitz on the characterization of the Taylor coefficients of analytic functions with positive real part can be applied to extremal problems in several classes of analytic functions.     

Minimum w-entropy interpolants for matricial Carathéodory functions and maximum determinant completions of associated block Pick matrix

The so-called modified block Toeplitz vector approach is used to connect a class of particular solutions G_w for w∈D of a nondegenerate interpolation problem of the Nevanlinna-Pick type with a class of particular solutions F_w of a certain matricial Carathéodory coefficient problem in a transparent way. This will suggest a simple approach to the minimum w-entropy interpolants and the maximum determinant completions of the associated block Pick matrix within the framework of that Nevanlinna-Pick type interpolation problem by using the known assertions corresponding to F_w. It turns out that G_w(w∈D) is exactly or provides us with the unique solution to these two extremal problems in a manner.     

Higher‐order Sobolev‐type embeddings on Carnot–Carathéodory spaces

A sufficient condition for higher‐order Sobolev‐type embeddings on bounded domains of Carnot–Carathéodory spaces is established for the class of rearrangement‐invariant function spaces. The condition takes form of a one‐dimensional inequality for suitable integral operators depending on the isoperimetric function relative to the Carnot–Carathéodory structure of the relevant sets. General results are then applied to particular Sobolev spaces built upon Lebesgue, Lorentz and Orlicz spaces on John domains in the Heisenberg group. In the case of the Heisenberg group, the condition is shown to be necessary as well.