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Numerical Simulation of Pattern Formation on Surfaces Using an Efficient Linear Second-Order Method

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Symmetry 2019, 11(8), 1010; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11081010 - 05 Aug 2019

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We present an efficient linear second-order method for a Swift–Hohenberg (SH) type of a partial differential equation having quadratic-cubic nonlinearity on surfaces to simulate pattern formation on surfaces numerically. The equation is symmetric under a change of sign of the density field if [...] Read more.

We present an efficient linear second-order method for a Swift–Hohenberg (SH) type of a partial differential equation having quadratic-cubic nonlinearity on surfaces to simulate pattern formation on surfaces numerically. The equation is symmetric under a change of sign of the density field if there is no quadratic nonlinearity. We introduce a narrow band neighborhood of a surface and extend the equation on the surface to the narrow band domain. By applying a pseudo-Neumann boundary condition through the closest point, the Laplace–Beltrami operator can be replaced by the standard Laplacian operator. The equation on the narrow band domain is split into one linear and two nonlinear subequations, where the nonlinear subequations are independent of spatial derivatives and thus are ordinary differential equations and have closed-form solutions. Therefore, we only solve the linear subequation on the narrow band domain using the Crank–Nicolson method. Numerical experiments on various surfaces are given verifying the accuracy and efficiency of the proposed method. Full article

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A Numerical Solution of Fredholm Integral Equations of the Second Kind Based on Tight Framelets Generated by the Oblique Extension Principle

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Mutaz Mohammad

Symmetry 2019, 11(7), 854; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11070854 - 02 Jul 2019

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In this paper, we present a new computational method for solving linear Fredholm integral equations of the second kind, which is based on the use of B-spline quasi-affine tight framelet systems generated by the unitary and oblique extension principles. We convert the [...] Read more.

In this paper, we present a new computational method for solving linear Fredholm integral equations of the second kind, which is based on the use of B-spline quasi-affine tight framelet systems generated by the unitary and oblique extension principles. We convert the integral equation to a system of linear equations. We provide an example of the construction of quasi-affine tight framelet systems. We also give some numerical evidence to illustrate our method. The numerical results confirm that the method is efficient, very effective and accurate. Full article

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Qualitative Behavior of Solutions of Second Order Differential Equations

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Clemente Cesarano

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Omar Bazighifan

Symmetry 2019, 11(6), 777; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11060777 - 11 Jun 2019

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In this work, we study the oscillation of second-order delay differential equations, by employing a refinement of the generalized Riccati substitution. We establish a new oscillation criterion. Symmetry ideas are often invisible in these studies, but they help us decide the right way [...] Read more.

In this work, we study the oscillation of second-order delay differential equations, by employing a refinement of the generalized Riccati substitution. We establish a new oscillation criterion. Symmetry ideas are often invisible in these studies, but they help us decide the right way to study them, and to show us the correct direction for future developments. We illustrate the results with some examples. Full article

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Approximation to Logarithmic-Cauchy Type Singular Integrals with Highly Oscillatory Kernels

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SAIRA

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Shuhuang Xiang

Symmetry 2019, 11(6), 728; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11060728 - 28 May 2019

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In this paper, a fast and accurate numerical Clenshaw-Curtis quadrature is proposed for the approximation of highly oscillatory integrals with Cauchy and logarithmic singularities, [...] Read more.

In this paper, a fast and accurate numerical Clenshaw-Curtis quadrature is proposed for the approximation of highly oscillatory integrals with Cauchy and logarithmic singularities,

⨍_{- 1}^{1} \frac{f (x) \log (x - α) e^{i k x}}{x - t} d x

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t \notin (- 1, 1), α \in [- 1, 1]

for a smooth function

f (x)

. This method consists of evaluation of the modified moments by stable recurrence relation and Cauchy kernel is solved by steepest descent method that transforms the oscillatory integral into the sum of line integrals. Later theoretical analysis and high accuracy of the method is illustrated by some examples. Full article

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Model for the Evaluation of an Angular Slot’s Coupling Impedance

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Dario Assante

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Luigi Verolino

Symmetry 2019, 11(5), 700; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11050700 - 22 May 2019

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In high energy particle accelerators, a careful modeling of the electromagnetic interaction between the particle beam and the structure is essential to ensure the performance of the experiments. Particular interest arises in the presence of angular discontinuities of the structure, due to the [...] Read more.

In high energy particle accelerators, a careful modeling of the electromagnetic interaction between the particle beam and the structure is essential to ensure the performance of the experiments. Particular interest arises in the presence of angular discontinuities of the structure, due to the asymmetrical behavior. In this case, semi-analytical models allow one to reduce the computational effort and to better understand the physics of the phenomena, with respect to purely numerical models. In the paper, a model for analyzing the electromagnetic interaction between a traveling charge particle and a perfectly conducting angular slot of a negligible thickness is discussed. The particle travels at a constant velocity along a straight line parallel to the axis of symmetry of the strip. The longitudinal and transverse coupling impedances are therefore evaluated for a wide range of parameters. Full article

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Asymptotic Properties of Solutions of Fourth-Order Delay Differential Equations

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Symmetry 2019, 11(5), 628; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11050628 - 03 May 2019

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In the paper, we study the oscillation of fourth-order delay differential equations, the present authors used a Riccati transformation and the comparison technique for the fourth order delay differential equation, and that was compared with the oscillation of the certain second order differential [...] Read more.

In the paper, we study the oscillation of fourth-order delay differential equations, the present authors used a Riccati transformation and the comparison technique for the fourth order delay differential equation, and that was compared with the oscillation of the certain second order differential equation. Our results extend and improve many well-known results for oscillation of solutions to a class of fourth-order delay differential equations. Some examples are also presented to test the strength and applicability of the results obtained. Full article

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Numerical Analysis of Boundary Layer Flow Adjacent to a Thin Needle in Nanofluid with the Presence of Heat Source and Chemical Reaction

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Siti Nur Alwani Salleh

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Norfifah Bachok

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Norihan Md Arifin

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Fadzilah Md Ali

Symmetry 2019, 11(4), 543; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11040543 - 15 Apr 2019

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The steady boundary layer flow of a nanofluid past a thin needle under the influences of heat generation and chemical reaction is analyzed in the present work. The mathematical model has been formulated by using Buongiornos’s nanofluid model which incorporates the effect of [...] Read more.

The steady boundary layer flow of a nanofluid past a thin needle under the influences of heat generation and chemical reaction is analyzed in the present work. The mathematical model has been formulated by using Buongiornos’s nanofluid model which incorporates the effect of the Brownian motion and thermophoretic diffusion. The governing coupled partial differential equations are transformed into a set of nonlinear ordinary differential equations by using appropriate similarity transformations. These equations are then computed numerically through MATLAB software using the implemented package called bvp4c. The influences of various parameters such as Brownian motion, thermophoresis, velocity ratio, needle thickness, heat generation and chemical reaction parameters on the flow, heat and mass characteristics are investigated. The physical characteristics which include the skin friction, heat and mass transfers, velocity, temperature and concentration are further elaborated with the variation of governing parameters and presented through graphs. It is observed that the multiple (dual) solutions are likely to exist when the needle moves against the direction of the fluid flow. It is also noticed that the reduction in needle thickness contributes to the enlargement of the region of the dual solutions. The determination of the stable solution has been done using a stability analysis. The results indicate that the upper branch solutions are linearly stable, while the lower branch solutions are linearly unstable. The study also revealed that the rate of heat transfer is a decreasing function of heat generation parameter, while the rate of mass transfer is an increasing function of heat generation and chemical reaction parameters. Full article

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The Third and Fourth Kind Pseudo-Chebyshev Polynomials of Half-Integer Degree

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Clemente Cesarano

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Sandra Pinelas

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Paolo Emilio Ricci

Symmetry 2019, 11(2), 274; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11020274 - 20 Feb 2019

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New sets of orthogonal functions, which correspond to the first, second, third, and fourth kind Chebyshev polynomials with half-integer indexes, have been recently introduced. In this article, links of these new sets of irrational functions to the third and fourth kind Chebyshev polynomials [...] Read more.

New sets of orthogonal functions, which correspond to the first, second, third, and fourth kind Chebyshev polynomials with half-integer indexes, have been recently introduced. In this article, links of these new sets of irrational functions to the third and fourth kind Chebyshev polynomials are highlighted and their connections with the classical Chebyshev polynomials are shown. Full article

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k-Hypergeometric Series Solutions to One Type of Non-Homogeneous k-Hypergeometric Equations

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Shengfeng Li

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Yi Dong

Symmetry 2019, 11(2), 262; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11020262 - 19 Feb 2019

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In this paper, we expound on the hypergeometric series solutions for the second-order non-homogeneous k-hypergeometric differential equation with the polynomial term. The general solutions of this equation are obtained in the form of k-hypergeometric series based on the Frobenius method. Lastly, [...] Read more.

In this paper, we expound on the hypergeometric series solutions for the second-order non-homogeneous k-hypergeometric differential equation with the polynomial term. The general solutions of this equation are obtained in the form of k-hypergeometric series based on the Frobenius method. Lastly, we employ the result of the theorem to find the solutions of several non-homogeneous k-hypergeometric differential equations. Full article

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Explicit Integrator of Runge-Kutta Type for Direct Solution of u⁽⁴⁾ = f(x, u, u′, u″)

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Symmetry 2019, 11(2), 246; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11020246 - 16 Feb 2019

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The primary contribution of this work is to develop direct processes of explicit Runge-Kutta type (RKT) as solutions for any fourth-order ordinary differential equation (ODEs) of the structure [...] Read more.

The primary contribution of this work is to develop direct processes of explicit Runge-Kutta type (RKT) as solutions for any fourth-order ordinary differential equation (ODEs) of the structure

u^{(4)} = f (x, u, u^{'}, u^{″})

and denoted as RKTF method. We presented the associated B-series and quad-colored tree theory with the aim of deriving the prerequisites of the said order. Depending on the order conditions, the method with algebraic order four with a three-stage and order five with a four-stage denoted as RKTF4 and RKTF5 are discussed, respectively. Numerical outcomes are offered to interpret the accuracy and efficacy of the new techniques via comparisons with various currently available RK techniques after converting the problems into a system of first-order ODE systems. Application of the new methods in real-life problems in ship dynamics is discussed. Full article

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Symplectic Effective Order Numerical Methods for Separable Hamiltonian Systems

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Symmetry 2019, 11(2), 142; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11020142 - 28 Jan 2019

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A family of explicit symplectic partitioned Runge-Kutta methods are derived with effective order 3 for the numerical integration of separable Hamiltonian systems. The proposed explicit methods are more efficient than existing symplectic implicit Runge-Kutta methods. A selection of numerical experiments on separable Hamiltonian [...] Read more.

A family of explicit symplectic partitioned Runge-Kutta methods are derived with effective order 3 for the numerical integration of separable Hamiltonian systems. The proposed explicit methods are more efficient than existing symplectic implicit Runge-Kutta methods. A selection of numerical experiments on separable Hamiltonian system confirming the efficiency of the approach is also provided with good energy conservation. Full article

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A Complex Lie-Symmetry Approach to Calculate First Integrals and Their Numerical Preservation

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Wajeeha Irshad

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Yousaf Habib

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Muhammad Umar Farooq

Symmetry 2019, 11(1), 11; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym11010011 - 24 Dec 2018

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We calculated Noether-like operators and first integrals of a scalar second-order ordinary differential equation using the complex Lie-symmetry method. We numerically integrated the equations using a symplectic Runge–Kutta method. It was seen that these structure-preserving numerical methods provide qualitatively correct numerical results, and [...] Read more.

We calculated Noether-like operators and first integrals of a scalar second-order ordinary differential equation using the complex Lie-symmetry method. We numerically integrated the equations using a symplectic Runge–Kutta method. It was seen that these structure-preserving numerical methods provide qualitatively correct numerical results, and good preservation of first integrals is obtained. Full article

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Improvement of Risk Assessment Using Numerical Analysis for an Offshore Plant Dipole Antenna

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Symmetry 2018, 10(12), 681; https://doi.org/10.3390/sym10120681 - 01 Dec 2018

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This paper proposes a numerical analysis method for improving risk assessment of radio frequency (RF) hazards. To compare the results of conventional code analysis, the values required for dipole antenna risk assessment, which is widely used in offshore plants based on the British [...] Read more.

This paper proposes a numerical analysis method for improving risk assessment of radio frequency (RF) hazards. To compare the results of conventional code analysis, the values required for dipole antenna risk assessment, which is widely used in offshore plants based on the British standards (BS) guide, are calculated using the proposed numerical analysis. Based on the BS (published document CENELEC technical report (PD CLC/TR) 50427:2004 and international electrotechnical commission (IEC) 60079 for an offshore plant dipole antenna, an initial assessment, a full assessment, and on-site test procedures are performed to determine if there is a potential risk of high-frequency ignition. Alternatively, numerical analysis is performed using the Ansys high frequency structure simulator (HFSS) tool to compare results based on the BS guide. The proposed method computes the effective field strength and power for the antenna without any special consideration of the structure to simplify the calculation. Experimental results show that the proposed numerical analysis outperforms the risk assessment based on the BS guide in accuracy of the evaluation. Full article

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