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Zhongzhi Zhang1, Tong Shan, Guanrong Chen

  • 1School of Computer Science, Fudan University, Shanghai 200433, China.zhangzz@fudan.edu.cn

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This study analyzes random walks on weighted networks, finding that tunable edge weights significantly influence network dynamics. Network weights critically control random walk behavior, offering new ways to manage complex network processes.

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Area of Science:

  • Network Science
  • Statistical Physics
  • Graph Theory

Background:

  • Random walks are fundamental to understanding dynamics on networks.
  • Weighted networks introduce complexity with tunable edge parameters.
  • Previous studies often focused on unweighted networks or specific distributions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze random walks on weighted networks with arbitrary degree distributions.
  • To derive analytical expressions for key random walk metrics.
  • To investigate the impact of tunable edge weights on network dynamics.

Main Methods:

  • Spectral graph theory was employed for analysis.
  • Derivations of stationary distribution, mean first-passage time (MFPT), and average trapping time (ATT) were performed.
  • Analysis extended to uncorrelated and scale-free network cases.

Main Results:

  • Analytical expressions for stationary distribution, MFPT, and ATT were derived.
  • All metrics were shown to depend on the tunable weight parameter.
  • For scale-free networks, ATT exhibited diverse size scalings influenced by the weight parameter.

Conclusions:

  • Network weights play a crucial role in random walk dynamics.
  • Tunable parameters offer a method for controlling network processes.
  • Findings provide insights for managing complex network behaviors.