一类椭圆型随机偏微分方程弱解的存在性

设$D$是$R^N$ ($N>1$)中有界开集,$(\Omega, {\cal F}, P)$是一个完备的概率空间.该文研究了下列随机边值问题弱解的存在性问题\[\left\{\begin{array}{ll}-{\rm div} A(x,\omega,u, \nabla u)=f(x,\omega, u),\,\, &;(x,\omega)\in D\times \Omega,\\u=0, &;(x,\omega)\in \partial D\times \Omega,\end{array}\right.\]其中, div与 $\nabla $ 表示仅对 $x$求微分. 首先,作者引入了弱解的概念; 然后,作者转化随机问题为高维确定性问题;最后,作者证明了该问题弱解的存在性.     

Existence and stability of modulating pulse-solutions in a phenomenological model of nonlinear optics

Modulating pulse-solutions consist of a pulse-like envelope advancing in the laboratory frame and modulating an underlying spatially and temporarily oscillating wave train. Such solutions play a big role in nonlinear optics, where information is transported as pulse-like modulations of an underlying electromagnetic wave. For a phenomenological model we prove criteria for the existence and asymptotic stability of such solutions in terms of the coefficients of the associated equation for the envelope.     

Stability analysis for neural networks with inverse Lipschitzian neuron activations and impulses

In this paper, a new concept called α-inverse Lipschitz function is introduced. Based on the topological degree theory and Lyapunov functional method, we investigate global convergence for a novel class of neural networks with impulses where the neuron activations belong to the class of α-inverse Lipschitz functions. Some sufficient conditions are derived which ensure the existence, and global exponential stability of the equilibrium point of neural networks. Furthermore, we give two results which are used to check the stability of uncertain neural networks. Finally, two numerical examples are given to demonstrate the effectiveness of results obtained in this paper.     

Critical exponents for nonlinear diffusion equations with nonlinear boundary sources

This paper is concerned with the large time behavior of solutions to two types of nonlinear diffusion equations with nonlinear boundary sources on the exterior domain of the unit ball. We are interested in the critical global exponent q₀ and the critical Fujita exponent qc for the problems considered, and show that q₀=qc for the multi-dimensional porous medium equation and non-Newtonian filtration equation with nonlinear boundary sources. This is quite different from the known results that q₀<qc for the one-dimensional case.     

A survey on the continuous nonlinear resource allocation problem

Our problem of interest consists of minimizing a separable, convex and differentiable function over a convex set, defined by bounds on the variables and an explicit constraint described by a separable convex function. Applications are abundant, and vary from equilibrium problems in the engineering and economic sciences, through resource allocation and balancing problems in manufacturing, statistics, military operations research and production and financial economics, to subproblems in algorithms for a variety of more complex optimization models. This paper surveys the history and applications of the problem, as well as algorithmic approaches to its solution. The most common techniques are based on finding the optimal value of the Lagrange multiplier for the explicit constraint, most often through the use of a type of line search procedure. We analyze the most relevant references, especially regarding their originality and numerical findings, summarizing with remarks on possible extensions and future research.     

Characteristic responses of a semiconductor gas sensor depending on the frequency of a periodic temperature change

A novel gas-sensing system based on a dynamic nonlinear response is reported to enhance the selectivity toward sample gases using a single detector. A periodic temperature change was applied to a semiconductor gas sensor and the resulting conductance of the sensor was evaluated by fast Fourier transformation (FFT). The dynamic nonlinear response to the sample gases was further characterized depending on the frequency of the temperature change. The characteristic sensor response under the application of a temperature change was theoretically simulated by considering the kinetics of gas molecules on the semiconductor surface.     

LPV identification of a turbocharged diesel engine

This work proposes a methodology of identifying linear parameter varying (LPV) models for nonlinear systems. First, linear local models in some operating points, by applying standard identifications procedures for linear systems in time domain, are obtained. Next, a LPV model with linear fractional dependence (LFR) with respect to measured variables is fitted with the condition of containing all the linear models identified in previous step (differential inclusion). The fit is carried out using nonlinear least squares algorithms. Finally, this identification methodology will then be applied to a nonlinear turbocharged diesel engine.     

Cryptographic properties of nonlinear pseudorandom number generators

The cryptographic properties of keystreams generated by stream ciphers based on t-functions are studied. These constructions are of great interest as they allow building highly efficient and secure cryptographic primitives. The randomness of the coordinate sequences generated by such mappings is analyzed in terms of the autocorrelation function. The results derived are valid for all t-functions regardless the type of construction and indicate the existence of nonrandomness. As the problem of the efficient implementation of secure s-boxes is open, the nonlinearity of t-functions is also analyzed. It is shown how some cryptographically undesirable properties, can be solved by application of similarity transformations.      

The spectral method and numerical continuation algorithm for the von Kármán problem with postbuckling behaviour of solutions

In this paper a spectral method and a numerical continuation algorithm for solving eigenvalue problems for the rectangular von Kármán plate with different boundary conditions (simply supported, partially or totally clamped) and physical parameters are introduced. The solution of these problems has a postbuckling behaviour. The spectral method is based on a variational principle (Galerkin’s approach) with a choice of global basis functions which are combinations of trigonometric functions. Convergence results of this method are proved and the rate of convergence is estimated. The discretized nonlinear model is treated by Newton’s iterative scheme and numerical continuation. Branches of eigenfunctions found by the algorithm are traced. Numerical results of solving the problems for polygonal and ferroconcrete plates are presented. Communicated by A. Zhou.     

Nonlinear optical properties of C<Subscript>60</Subscript> with explicit time-dependent electron dynamics

An explicit electron dynamics approach has been used to calculate the nonlinear optical properties of C₆₀ and its radical anion. An external perturbation, in the form of an oscillating electric field, induces the time-evolution of the molecular wavefunction. The time-averaged instantaneous dipole moment of the systems gives the molecular response to perturbations of varying field intensities and frequency of oscillation. The polarizabilities and the second-order hyperpolarizabilties have been calculated and are in good qualitative agreement with experimentally available data. In line with previous theoretical and experimental studies, the nonlinear effect is enhanced for the radical species. Contribution to the Fernando Bernardi Memorial Issue.