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Different diffusive regimes, generalized Langevin and diffusion equations.

A A Tateishi1, E K Lenzi, L R da Silva

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This study explores generalized Langevin equations with mixed noise, revealing diverse diffusion behaviors. It derives a fractional diffusion equation, confirming long-time dynamics and understanding complex system spreading.

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Area of Science:

  • Statistical Physics
  • Non-equilibrium Dynamics
  • Anomalous Diffusion

Background:

  • Generalized Langevin Equation (GLE) models complex systems with memory effects.
  • Additive noise is crucial for understanding diffusive processes.
  • Characterizing noise correlations is key to predicting system behavior.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate a generalized Langevin equation with mixed additive noise.
  • To explore a wide class of diffusive processes, including power-law, exponential, and Mittag-Leffler correlations.
  • To derive and confirm a fractional diffusion-like equation from the GLE.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the generalized Langevin equation with a mixture of white and arbitrary noise.
  • Investigation of noise correlation functions (power laws, exponentials, Mittag-Leffler).
  • Derivation of a fractional diffusion-like equation from the GLE.

Main Results:

  • Identification of distinct diffusive regimes governing system spreading.
  • Demonstration of how mixed noise influences diffusion dynamics.
  • Confirmation of a fractional diffusion-like equation for long-time behavior.

Conclusions:

  • The study establishes a framework for understanding anomalous diffusion under mixed noise conditions.
  • The derived fractional diffusion equation provides insights into long-time system dynamics.
  • Findings are relevant for modeling complex systems exhibiting diverse spreading behaviors.