Fractional stochastic modeling: New approach to capture more heterogeneity
1Institute for Groundwater Studies, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein 9301, South Africa.
Chaos (Woodbury, N.Y.)
|February 3, 2019
Summary
This study introduces a novel modeling approach combining fractional calculus and stochastic methods to capture complex natural phenomena. The new technique effectively models chaotic systems, revealing behaviors missed by existing methods.
Area of Science:
- Complex Systems Modeling
- Applied Mathematics
- Computational Science
Background:
- Traditional modeling methods struggle with the inherent complexities found in nature.
- Existing fractional calculus and stochastic approaches have limitations in capturing certain natural phenomena.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a novel hybrid modeling approach for complex natural systems.
- To enhance the capability of capturing intricate behaviors in science, technology, and engineering.
Main Methods:
- Coupling fractional differential and integral operators with a stochastic approach.
- Testing the novel approach using systems of chaotic problems.
- Utilizing numerical simulations for validation.
Main Results:
- The hybrid approach successfully captured complex behaviors missed by individual methods.
- Numerical simulations demonstrated the efficacy of the coupled fractional-stochastic technique.
- The new method shows superior performance in modeling complex systems.
Conclusions:
- The proposed coupled fractional-stochastic approach offers a powerful new tool for modeling complex problems.
- This hybrid method is a promising future direction for scientific and engineering modeling.
- The approach enhances the ability to understand and predict complex natural phenomena.
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