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Dynamical properties of the composed Logistic-Gauss map.
Luam Silva de Paiva1, Julia G S Rocha1, Joelson D V Hermes2,3
1Department of Physics, São Paulo State University-UNESP, Rio Claro, SP 13506-900, Brazil.
This study introduces the Logistic-Gauss map, revealing complex sets of periodicity (CSP) within its parameter space. Findings highlight the organization of these structures through extreme orbits, enhancing our understanding of chaotic dynamics.
Area of Science:
- Dynamical Systems and Chaos Theory
- Nonlinear Dynamics
- Mathematical Physics
Background:
- Dissipative mappings exhibit complex behaviors, including periodic and chaotic regions.
- Understanding the parameter space is crucial for characterizing these dynamics.
- Extreme orbits offer insights into the structural organization of one-dimensional maps.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the unique composition of the Logistic-Gauss map.
- To explore its parameter space for complex periodic structures and chaotic regions.
- To investigate the role of extreme orbits in understanding system behavior.
Main Methods:
- Composition of the Logistic-Gauss map.
- Exploration of the parameter space by manipulating control parameters.
- Identification and analysis of extreme orbits and Complex Sets of Periodicity (CSP).
Main Results:
- Discovery of Complex Sets of Periodicity (CSP) within the parameter space.
- Identification of superstable curves characterizing CSP structures.
- Observation of cascades of CSP structures with added periods, organized by extreme curves.
Conclusions:
- The Logistic-Gauss map exhibits intricate dynamics with organized periodic structures.
- Extreme orbits are key to understanding the structural organization and system behavior.
- This research expands the understanding of chaos and periodicity in dissipative mappings.
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