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We introduce the ordinal spectrum, a novel frequency-domain tool for analyzing time series data. This method effectively reveals nonlinear temporal structures in chaotic dynamics, complementing classical spectral analysis.

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  • Complex Systems Analysis
  • Nonlinear Dynamics
  • Time Series Analysis

Background:

  • Classical spectral analysis excels with linear systems but struggles with nonlinear dynamics.
  • Chaotic systems exhibit complex temporal structures often obscured by traditional methods.
  • Understanding nonlinear temporal organization is crucial across diverse scientific fields.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce the ordinal spectrum, a new frequency-domain method for time series analysis.
  • To demonstrate the ordinal spectrum's capability in identifying temporal scales within chaotic dynamics.
  • To provide a data-driven approach for detecting nonlinear temporal organization.

Main Methods:

  • Developed the ordinal spectrum based on the ordinal-pattern representation of time series data.
  • Applied the ordinal spectrum to synthetic and real-world datasets (physical, biological, astronomical).
  • Compared the ordinal spectrum's performance against classical spectral analysis and state-space reconstructions.

Main Results:

  • The ordinal spectrum successfully identified temporal scales indicative of chaotic behavior.
  • This method effectively distinguished between periodic, stochastic, and chaotic signals.
  • The ordinal spectrum offers an interpretable, frequency-domain view of symbolic dynamics.

Conclusions:

  • The ordinal spectrum is a valuable tool for exploring complex time series and detecting nonlinear temporal organization.
  • It complements existing methods by revealing dynamics that classical spectra may miss.
  • This approach enhances the analysis of chaotic dynamics across various scientific domains.