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External rhythms control spiral wave patterns in excitable media. This study reveals how periodic modulation of the Belousov-Zhabotinsky (BZ) reaction alters spiral tip trajectories, offering new control methods.

Area of Science:

  • Nonlinear dynamics
  • Chemical kinetics
  • Pattern formation in excitable media

Background:

  • Spiral waves are complex dynamic patterns observed in various natural and chemical systems.
  • Meandering trajectories of spiral tips are common in experimentally observed systems.
  • Understanding factors influencing spiral wave dynamics is crucial for controlling wave propagation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the effect of external periodic rhythms on rotating spiral waves in excitable media.
  • To explore how modulating excitability influences spiral tip trajectories.
  • To identify novel dynamic behaviors and control mechanisms for wave processes.

Main Methods:

  • Computational modeling of the Belousov-Zhabotinsky (BZ) reaction with periodic excitability modulation.

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  • Analysis of spiral tip trajectories under different modulation periods.
  • Experimental validation using a photosensitive BZ reaction with periodically changing illumination.

    • Main Results:

    • Periodic modulation induced resonance drift and phase-locked tip motion.
    • A spectrum of hypocyclic trajectories, different from stationary conditions, was computed.
    • Complex multifrequency patterns and drastic trajectory deformations were observed.

    Conclusions:

    • External rhythms can efficiently control and deform spiral wave trajectories in excitable media.
    • The findings provide insights into studying and manipulating wave processes.
    • This research opens avenues for novel applications in controlling complex chemical systems.