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Area of Science:

Signal processing
System identification
Biomedical engineering

Background:

Time-varying coherence functions (TVCF) are essential for analyzing dynamic systems.
Distinguishing between open-loop and closed-loop system dynamics is critical for accurate interpretation.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a model-based approach for estimating open-loop and causal time-varying coherence functions (TVCF).
To provide theoretical derivations for coherence bounds within the proposed framework.
To validate the approach using simulations and experimental data.

Main Methods:

Utilized a time-varying vector autoregressive (VAR) model for TVCF estimation.
Employed a time-varying optimal parameter search to determine model coefficients and order.
Applied the method to simulated and experimental renal blood pressure and flow data.

Main Results:

Simulation results demonstrated the efficacy of the model-based approach.
Experimental data confirmed that open-loop TVCF can lead to misinterpretations in closed-loop systems.
Theoretical derivations supported the observed discrepancies between open-loop and closed-loop analyses.

Conclusions:

Closed-loop TVCF offers a more accurate assessment of signal coupling in dynamic systems.
The proposed method provides valuable insights into the physical structure of investigated systems.
Emphasizes the importance of using closed-loop TVCF for reliable system analysis.