The paper defines and classifies special curves in Riemannian manifolds.
problem Characterizing curves in Riemannian manifolds.
method Defined and characterized anti-torqued slant helices and torqued curves through differential equations.
result Characterized and classified anti-torqued slant helices and torqued curves.
The paper proves non-existence of torqued and anti-torqued vector fields on hyperbolic spaces.
problem Existence of torqued and anti-torqued vector fields on hyperbolic spaces.
method Analyzing the properties of conformal scalar functions and their impact on the existence of vector fields.
result Non-existence of proper torqued and anti-torqued vector fields on hyperbolic spaces.
Study rectifying submanifolds with anti-torqued axis in Riemannian manifolds.
problem Characterize submanifolds with anti-torqued axis in Riemannian manifolds.
method Determine necessary and sufficient conditions for anti-torqued vector fields, characterize submanifolds, and derive rectifying submanifolds as warped products.
result Rectifying submanifolds with anti-torqued axis are warped products with specific warping functions.
A novel clustering method uses torque balance to group objects.
problem Grouping similar objects in various scientific fields.
method Inspired by gravitational interactions, a parameter-free clustering algorithm based on mass and distance.
result The algorithm effectively clusters objects regardless of their shape, size, or density.
Characterizes spacetimes using doubly torqued vectors.
problem Classifying spacetimes based on their geometric properties.
method Characterization through doubly torqued vectors and their properties.
result Doubly twisted and Kundt spacetimes can be characterized.
Construct intrinsic Langevin dynamics for rigid inclusions on curved surfaces.
problem Stochastic dynamics of rigid inclusions on curved surfaces.
method Cartan's method of moving frames, Hamiltonian equations, intrinsic Langevin equations, Fokker-Planck equation.
result Extracted overdamped equations for accurate simulations of diffusion processes.
Characterizes a specific type of spacetime using vector fields.
problem Classifying a specific type of spacetime.
method Using vector fields to characterize 1+n doubly twisted spacetimes.
result Simple classification of 1+n doubly-twisted spacetimes.
Data-efficient reinforcement learning (RL) in continuous state-action spaces using very high-dimensional observations remains a key challenge in developing fully autonomous systems. We consider a particularly important instance of this challenge, the pixels-to-torques problem, where an RL agent learns a closed-loop con…
The study of dexterous manipulation has provided important insights in humans sensorimotor control as well as inspiration for manipulation strategies in robotic hands. Previous work focused on experimental environment with restrictions. Here we describe a method using the deformation and color distribution of the finge…
Data-efficient learning in continuous state-action spaces using very high-dimensional observations remains a key challenge in developing fully autonomous systems. In this paper, we consider one instance of this challenge, the pixels to torques problem, where an agent must learn a closed-loop control policy from pixel i…
ANN with GA optimizes flexible disc design for lower mass and stress.
problem Design flexible disc elements for lower mass and stress without compromising torque transmission and misalignment.
method Artificial Neural Network (ANN) coupled with Genetic Algorithm (GA) for design exploration.
result Optimized designs meet specified criteria with minimum mass and stress.
In classical surface theory there are but few known examples of surfaces admitting nontrivial isometric deformations and fewer still non-simply-connected ones. We consider the isometric deformability question for an immersion x: M \to R^3 of an oriented non-simply-connected surface with constant mean curvature H. We pr…
This paper explores the capability of deep neural networks to capture key characteristics of vehicle dynamics, and their ability to perform coupled longitudinal and lateral control of a vehicle. To this extent, two different artificial neural networks are trained to compute vehicle controls corresponding to a reference…
We give explicit formulæ for Noether invariants associated to Killing vector fields for the variational problem of minimal and constant mean curvature surfaces in 3-manifolds. In the case of homogeneous spaces, such invariants are the flux (associated to translations) and the torque (associated to rotations). Then we f…
The paper classifies hypersurfaces in Riemannian manifolds with constant inner product and torse-forming axes.
problem Understanding hypersurfaces in Riemannian manifolds with specific geometric properties.
method Analyzing hypersurfaces with constant inner product and torse-forming axes.
result Classification of hypersurfaces with torse-forming axes.
Paper provides closed-form time derivatives for rigid body systems.
problem Need for time derivatives of equations of motion in robotics.
method Lie group formulation for rigid body systems to derive closed-form derivatives up to second-order.
result Closed-form equations provide direct insight into system dynamics.
This work proposes a new method for simultaneous probabilistic identification and control of an observable, fully-actuated mechanical system. Identification is achieved by conditioning stochastic process priors on observations of configurations and noisy estimates of configuration derivatives. In contrast to previous w…
A large body of animation research focuses on optimization of movement control, either as action sequences or policy parameters. However, as closed-form expressions of the objective functions are often not available, our understanding of the optimization problems is limited. Building on recent work on analyzing neural …
Characterizes Lorentzian manifolds with semi-symmetric metric connections.
problem Characterizing Lorentzian manifolds with specific metric connections.
method Analyzing semi-symmetric metric connections with vanishing curvature and recurrent torsion.
result Establishes conditions for perfect fluid and generalized Robertson-Walker spacetimes.
Study of almost Yamabe solitons on Kaehler submersions.
problem Characterizing almost Yamabe solitons on Kaehler submersions.
method Analyzing conditions for solitons to be shrinking, steady, or expanding.
result Characterizations for almost Yamabe solitons in terms of extrinsic horizontal scalar curvature.
The paper addresses optimal control on Riemannian manifolds, introducing biased splines for robotic systems.
problem Optimal control on Riemannian manifolds with a mathematically natural cometric not capturing true motion cost.
method Encoding torque-based actuators into a cometric, characterizing optimal solutions via a 4th order differential equation.
result Identified a tensor as the geometric source of biasing solutions away from ordinary splines and geodesics.
Modeling inverse dynamics is crucial for accurate feedforward robot control. The model computes the necessary joint torques, to perform a desired movement. The highly non-linear inverse function of the dynamical system can be approximated using regression techniques. We propose as regression method a tensor decompositi…
LIQSS method improves accuracy and efficiency for power system simulations.
problem Accurately modeling and simulating long-duration mission profiles of Naval power systems.
method Linear Implicit Quantized State System (LIQSS) method for stiff, nonlinear, differential algebraic equations.
result LIQSS1 method yields results within 1% accuracy of continuous methods and increases efficiency logarithmically with quantization size.
NDPs embed dynamical systems into neural networks for efficient sensorimotor learning.
problem Training policies directly in raw action spaces limits scalability for continuous tasks.
method Embed dynamical systems into neural networks to learn robot behaviors via demonstrations.
result NDPs outperform prior methods in both imitation and reinforcement learning setups.
Optimal engine operation during a transient driving cycle is the key to achieving greater fuel economy, engine efficiency, and reduced emissions. In order to achieve continuously optimal engine operation, engine calibration methods use a combination of static correlations obtained from dynamometer tests for steady-stat…
The study explores Bertrand and Mannheim curves in 4D Euclidean space for framed curves.
problem Exploring Bertrand and Mannheim curves in 4D Euclidean space for framed curves.
method Defining and investigating Bertrand and Mannheim curves of framed curves in 4D Euclidean space.
result Bertrand and Mannheim curves exist even for framed curves in 4D Euclidean space, contrary to regular curves.
The study examines Bertrand Legendre curves in the unit tangent bundle over Euclidean plane.
problem Investigating properties of Legendre curves and their associated curves.
method Analyzing Bertrand Legendre curves and their associated curves, including parallel, evolute, and involute curves.
result Existence conditions and inverse operation for Bertrand Legendre curves are provided.
Method for generating new curves from plane curves on cylinders.
problem Generating new space curves from given plane curves.
method Defining a non-planar space curve on a right generalized cylinder and examining its focal curve.
result Parametric representation of the focal curve of a cylindrical curve.
In this study, we introduce a new approach to curve pairs by using integral curves. We consider the direction curve and donor curve to study curve couples such as involute-evolute curves, Mannheim partner curves and Bertrand partner curves. We obtain new methods to construct partner curves of a unit speed curve and giv…
The paper characterizes curves in pseudo-Galilean 4-space.
problem Characterizing curves in the pseudo-Galilean 4-space G14. method Investigation and characterisation of admissible curves in terms of curvature functions.
result Necessary and sufficient conditions for admissible rectifying curves in G14. In this paper, we introduce a new approach to non-lightlike curve pairs by using integral curves in Minkowski 3-space. We consider direction curve and donor curve to study non-lightlike curve couples such as involute-evolute curves, Mannheim partner curves and Bertrand partner curves. We obtain new methods to construct…
The paper explores Bertrand and framed curves in 3D space.
problem Characterizing Bertrand and framed curves in Euclidean 3-space.
method Analyzing curves where tangent, normal, or binormal lines match another curve's lines.
result Conditions for the existence of Bertrand and framed curves are clarified.
The paper examines how closed curves on surfaces intersect and how this intersection determines the curves.
problem Determining closed curves on surfaces based on their intersections.
method Constructing and studying k-equivalent curves, analyzing intersections with other curves. result Curves are determined by their intersections with all other curves, but non-simple curves require infinitely many intersections to distinguish.
Approximating complex curves with simple parametric curves is widely used in CAGD, CG, and CNC. This paper presents an algorithm to compute a certified approximation to a given parametric space curve with cubic B-spline curves. By certified, we mean that the approximation can approximate the given curve to any given pr…
Flow deforms locally convex curves to curves of constant k-order width.
problem Evolve locally convex curves to curves of constant k-order width.
method Introduced a nonlocal curvature flow to evolve locally convex curves in the plane.
result The flow converges to a smooth, locally convex curve of constant k-order width as time goes to infinity.
Modified curve shortening flow constructs λ-Angenent curve.
problem Constructing λ-Angenent curve. method Modified curve shortening flow
result Constructs λ-Angenent curve. Study on CR curves in 3-sphere, focusing on critical curves integration and existence.
problem Addressing the integration and existence of critical curves in the CR 3-sphere.
method Provided a procedure for the explicit integration of general critical curves and characterized closed curves.
result Existence of infinite countably many closed critical curves.
Study rectifying curves in 3D multiplicative Euclidean space.
problem Investigate rectifying curves in a non-Newtonian geometry setting.
method Apply multiplicative differential-geometric concepts to rectifying curves.
result Classify multiplicative rectifying curves using spherical curves.
In classical curve theory, the geometry of a curve in three dimensions is essentially characterized by their invariants, curvature and torsion. When they are given, the problem of finding a corresponding curve is known as 'solving natural equations'. Explicit solutions are known only for a handful of curve classes, inc…
Unified description of aesthetic curves through self-affinities.
problem Characterizing log-aesthetic curves and their properties.
method Reformulating and proving self-affinities of planar curves, integrating equiaffine geometry.
result Unified characterization of constant curvature curves in similarity and equiaffine geometries.
Primitive curves in handlebodies form a connected complex.
problem Understanding the structure of curves in handlebodies.
method Defining and analyzing primitive curves and constructing sequences between them.
result The primitive curve complex for a handlebody is connected.
Study on Bertrand lightcone framed curves in Lorentz-Minkowski 3-space.
problem Analyzing mixed types of curves with singular points in Lorentz-Minkowski 3-space.
method Using lightcone frame to consider Bertrand types for lightcone framed curves.
result Existence conditions of Bertrand lightcone framed curves in all cases.
In this study, we introduce a new type of surface curves called D-type curve. This curve is defined by the property that the unit Darboux vector W0 of a space curve r(s) and unit surface normal n along the curve r(s) satisfy the condition <n,W0>=constant. We point out that a D-type curve is a geodesic curve or an asymp…
Study on triharmonic curves in f-Kenmotsu manifolds.
problem Characterizing triharmonic curves in f-Kenmotsu manifolds.
method Investigation of necessary and sufficient conditions for Frenet curves, slant, and Legendre curves to be triharmonic. Proof of specific properties of triharmonic Frenet curves.
result Triharmonic Frenet curves with constant curvature are Frenet helices in three dimensional f-Kenmotsu manifolds.
The paper generalizes rectifying and normal curves in Lorentzian n-space.
problem Characterizing and classifying g−rectifying and g−normal curves in Lorentzian n-space. method Introducing a g−position vector field and defining g−rectifying and g−normal curves based on this field. result Comprehensive characterization and classification of g−rectifying and g−normal curves. Compact curve solution emerges from non-compact curve.
problem Constructing solutions from non-compact curves.
method Slingshot solution to curve shortening flow.
result Compact embedded solution exists for a finite time.
New findings on hyperbolicity of fine curve graphs and their subgraphs.
problem Investigating hyperbolicity of fine curve graphs and their subgraphs.
method Analyzing large subgraphs of fine curve graphs and computing distances in specific cases.
result Large subgraphs of fine curve graphs contain flats of every finite dimension, indicating they are not hyperbolic.
In this paper we study null Bertrand curves in R14 under the assumption the curve has a Cartan frame. We show that if the derivative vectors of the null Cartan curve in R14 is linearly independent, then this curve is not a Bertrand curve. Since then the already known notion of null Bertrand curves in $R…