Emergent, linked traits of fluctuation feedback systems
Zachary Jackson1, Kurt Wiesenfeld2
1Department of Physics, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida 32603, USA.
Physical Review. E
|January 15, 2022
Summary
Many systems switch between stable states, showing intermittent pattern changes. These long-lasting patterns are linked to reduced fluctuations, a key finding for understanding system dynamics.
Area of Science:
- Complex systems science
- Statistical physics
- Nonlinear dynamics
Background:
- Many natural and artificial systems exhibit nonequilibrium dynamics.
- Intermittent switching between semistable states is a common phenomenon.
- Understanding the underlying mechanisms of these transitions is crucial.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and characterize a specific type of indeterminacy in nonequilibrium systems.
- To explore the relationship between patterned behavior and fluctuation levels.
- To provide examples illustrating these linked traits.
Main Methods:
- Observational analysis of pattern dynamics in various nonequilibrium systems.
- Identification of episodes of patterned behavior and transitions.
- Correlation analysis between pattern duration and fluctuation magnitude.
Main Results:
- A specific type of indeterminacy was identified, characterized by patterned behavior.
- These patterns were irregularly punctuated by transitions between states.
- Long-lived patterns were found to be associated with low-fluctuation states.
Conclusions:
- The study identifies a link between long-lived patterns and low-fluctuation states in nonequilibrium systems.
- This finding offers insights into the stability and dynamics of complex systems.
- The described traits are illustrated with a set of examples for broader applicability.
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