Abstract
In this paper, the dynamical features and soliton structures of the Gardner-Kadomtsov-Petviashvili equation in three dimensions are looked at. The Jacobi elliptic function method yields wave solutions that display distinct behaviors based on parameter variations. We reformulate the system into a planar dynamical system via the Galilean transformation for further analysis.Phase portraits are depicted by adjusting the bifurcation parameters , while periodic and super nonlinear periodic wave solutions are portrayed using numerical simulations. Furthermore, quasi-periodic and chaotic behavior is depicted by varying the external forcing term and using tools such as Lyapunov exponents, Poincaré maps, and sensitivity analysis. Changes in frequency and amplitude strongly influence the system’s dynamics, offering insights that can improve predictions, enhance control methods, and optimize model performance.
Introduction
The investigation of the dynamical features of partial differential equations (PDEs) via different dynamics tools, such as bifurcation theory and sensitivity analysis, is ongoing. Such investigations play a prime role in the study of complex phenomena in optical systems, quantum physics, and fluid dynamics. Although considerable progress has been achieved, chaos in complex systems is still far from fully comprehended by any researcher1. The detection of chaos in nonlinear systems requires appropriate analytical techniques with phase portraits, bifurcation diagrams, power spectrum analysis, nonlinear time series analysis, Poincaré maps, and Lyapunov exponents, some of which may provide appropriate insight into the particular situation of the systems under study. Due to this complexity, a strong analysis will often adopt multiple methodologies, ensuring an in-depth understanding of this system2,3. Recently, several dynamic properties of different PDEs have attracted much attention because most of these equations admit localized solutions called solitons, among other forms of traveling waves. In this respect, the analysis of bifurcation and chaos theory is complementary, since the former investigates how changes in parameters affect stability and spatial patterns, while the latter points out the thresholds beyond which instability and chaotic behavior arise4,5. Together, these methods shed light on the interplay between stability and chaos6,7,8, which is important to understand the underlying dynamics of nonlinear systems. Moreover, related non-linear equations are often studied using bifurcation analysis and chaos detection methods17,18,19. For example, the bifurcation and chaotic behaviors of the KdV-MKdV equations9 have been studied in detail and provide important information about complex wave phenomena. However, the study of soliton solutions to non-linear systems is equally important, as it has many applications in science and engineering. Soliton solutions help us to understand the complex behavior of nonlinear systems. The significance of soliton solutions in several physical contexts, such as wave propagation and optical systems, has been highlighted in earlier research10,11,12,13,14.
The Gardner equation models internal waves in stratified fluids and has applications in plasma physics15 and Bose-Einstein condensates16. The multi-dimensional Gardner-KP equation is vital in ocean engineering, describing nonlinear internal waves on ocean shelves. Studies have shown its role in governing dispersive surface waves near critical depths20, dispersive shock waves through the cylindrical Gardner equation21, and solitary wave solutions22. In addition, elliptic and traveling wave solutions23 and solitons have been developed using the Hirota bilinear method24. The (3 + 1)-dimensional Gardner-KP equation is an extended form of the (2 + 1)-dimensional Gardner-KP equation25,26, which serves as the primary focus of this study.
The (3+1)-dimensional nonlinear Gardner–Kadomtsov–Petviashvili (Gardner-KP) equation, a notable nonlinear partial differential equation, serves as an important model for examining soliton dynamics and chaotic phenomena:
where \(\mu =\pm 1\) and \(\Psi = \Psi (\phi , \beta , \xi , \sigma )\) is the real field representing the amplitude of the wave, \(\sigma\) is the temporal component, and \(\phi\), \(\beta\), \(\xi\) are the spatial components.
Equation (1) models the evolution of the nonlinear wave amplitude \(\Psi (\phi , \beta , \xi , \sigma )\) in a multidimensional medium. The terms appearing in (1) have the following physical meanings:
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\(\Psi _\sigma\): temporal change of the wave amplitude.
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\(6 \Psi \Psi _\phi\): quadratic nonlinearity representing wave steepening effects.
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\(-6 \Psi ^2 \Psi _\phi\): cubic nonlinearity accounting for higher-order nonlinear interactions.
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The term \(\nu ^2 \Psi _{\phi \phi \phi }\) is used for dispersive behavior caused by waves spreading and dispersing in the \(\phi\) direction and \(\nu ^2\) controls how much dispersion there is.
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\(\mu (\Psi _{\beta \beta } + \Psi _{\xi \xi })\), that describes wave modulation in \(\beta\) and \(\xi\) directions and \(\mu = \pm 1\) shows if this is dispersion or anti-dispersion.
Despite the numerous existing works on lower-dimensional Gardner-KP equations, they seem to lack comprehensive coverage of the (3+1)-dimensional case, particularly in terms of its explicit soliton solutions and intricate soliton dynamics. It is complicated to study the influence of various features in systems that are nonlinear, and such analysis usually requires sophisticated methods to show chaos and supernonlinear waves. We address these gaps by employing the Jacobi elliptic function method to derive new exact solutions and by investigating various aspects of the nonlinear model, as it is significant for ocean engineering, plasma physics, and wave studies.
Consequently, this paper aims to derive soliton solutions by the JEF technique27 and to analyze the dynamics28 of the (3 + 1)-dimensional Gardner-KP equation. This research is centred on achieving two key objectives The first one is to derive exact soliton solutions of the (3+1)-dimensional nonlinear Gardner–Kadomtsov–Petviashvili (Gardner-KP) equation using the efficient JEF technique, and the second is to investigate its nonlinear dynamics through advanced analytical tools, including chaos detection methods, Lyapunov exponents, Poincaré maps, sensitivity analysis, and phase plane analysis. These methods offer a systematic framework for investigating the equation’s shift from regular behavior to chaotic dynamics.
By using a thorough methodology to reveal the soliton dynamics and nonlinear features of the (3+1)-dimensional nonlinear Gardner–Kadomtsov–Petviashvili (Gardner-KP), this study expands and improves upon previous research. By examining the chaotic and bifurcation aspects of the system, this work fills in knowledge gaps in the study of solitons and opens the door to more extensive applications in science and engineering.
Findings from this problem are very different from results obtained in earlier studies based on lower-dimensional Gardner-KP equations24. Unlike previous works, we highlight new and complex dynamical behaviors and additional, richer soliton structures of the (3+1)-dimensional model. The soliton solutions found using the Jacobi elliptic function method reveal new ways that pulses can interact and take shape, which are more advanced than what was seen in traditional results. Stability tests show that the results remain reliable even when changing parameters, and further analysis using phase portraits and Lyapunov exponents reveals complex stability patterns, different levels of chaos and additional features not seen in lower dimensions. This comparison shows how significant the effects of multidimensional nonlinear wave propagation are and highlights the main Gardner-KP equations used in this research, which help both the theory and practical applications.
The structure of this paper is as follows: The first part uses the Jacobi elliptic method to find the soliton solutions of the (3+1)-dimensional Gardner-KP equation. In the second part, the dynamic behaviour of the same model is analyzed using various tools, such as phase portraits, bifurcation analysis, and Lyapunov exponents, to investigate its chaotic and quasiperiodic dynamics.
Soliton Solution of the (3 + 1)-dimensional Gardner-KP equation by JEF Technique
Jacobi elliptic functions, first described by Carl Gustav Jacob Jacobi in 1827, are periodic functions derived as the inverses of elliptic integrals. They are essential in areas such as mathematical physics, nonlinear dynamics and differential equations. The main Jacobi elliptic functions are \(\textrm{sn}(z|m)\), \(\textrm{cn}(z|m)\), and \(\textrm{dn}(z|m)\). They are defined in terms of a parameter m, which is called the elliptic modulus, and they show how the amplitude of the elliptic integral is related to its arguments. Because they are periodic and relate to each other, they are like trigonometric functions in elliptic geometry. This gives us many ways to solve hard math and science problems29. The detailed description of the method is provided in27.
We use the following transformation:
which defines a traveling wave solution, where
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\(b_1, b_2, b_3\) are wave numbers corresponding to spatial directions \(\phi\), \(\beta\), and \(\xi\), representing the direction and wavelength of the wave.
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\(c\) is the wave speed in time, governing how fast the wave profile moves.
This transformation reduces the partial differential equation (1) to an ordinary differential equation (ODE) in \(\chi\):
facilitating the analysis of soliton solutions propagating in multiple spatial dimensions.
Upon the JEF method, we take the solution of Eq. (3) in the following form:
Next, by virtue of the homogeneous balancing principle, that is balancing the highest-order derivative term with the nonlinear term, we get \(N=1\), so the solution simplifies to
where \(k_0\) and \(k_1\) are the constants and the function \(G(\chi )\) satisfy the followingg ansatz
By substituting (4) into equation (3), we derive a system of equations. We solve this system using the computational software Maple to obtain the following parameter values.
Family 1: When the parameters are defined as \(r_1 = 1\), \(r_2 = -(1 + \delta ^2)\), and \(r_3 = 2 \delta ^2\), the wave profile can be derived from analyzing \(G(\chi )\), where the function is expressed using the Jacobi elliptic sine function, \(\operatorname {sn}(\chi , \delta )\):
Specifically, in this case, the wave profile simplifies to
As the parameter \(\delta\) approaches 1, the shock wave profile transitions into the following form, represented using the hyperbolic tangent function:
To further generalize this result, we can express the shock wave profile as follows:
Family 2: Consider the parameters \(r_1 = -\delta ^2(1 - \delta ^2)\), \(r_2 = 2\delta ^2 - 1\), and \(r_3 = 2\). By choosing \(G(\chi ) = \operatorname {ds}(\chi , \delta )\), we derive a periodic wave profile given by:
When the parameter \(\delta\) approaches 1, the wave profile transitions into the following form involving the hyperbolic cosecant function:
This result can be further generalized for a multidimensional scenario, where the wave profile is expressed as:
Family 3: When the parameters are defined as \(r_1 = 1 - \delta ^2\), \(r_2 = 2 - \delta ^2\), and \(r_3 = 2\), the periodic wave profile can be derived by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \operatorname {cs}(\chi , \delta )\). This leads to the expression:
As the parameter \(\delta\) approaches the limiting case of \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the profile transforms into:
Extending this into a multidimensional framework, the wave profile is given by:
Family 4: For the parameters \(r_1 = 1 - \delta ^2\), \(r_2 = 2\delta ^2 - 1\), and \(r_3 = -2\delta ^2\), the periodic wave structure can be described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \operatorname {cn}(\chi , \delta )\) The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile transitions to the following form involving the hyperbolic secant function:
Moreover, the generalized multidimensional form of the wave profile is expressed as:
Family 5: For the parameters \(r_1 = \delta ^2 - 1\), \(r_2 = 2 - \delta ^2\), and \(r_3 = -2\), the periodic wave profile can be determined by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \operatorname {dn}(\chi , \delta )\). The expression for the wave profile is given by:
In the limiting case as \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile simplifies to the hyperbolic secant form:
Furthermore, the wave profile can be extended into a multidimensional representation as follows:
Family 6: For the parameters \(r_1 = \frac{1}{4}\), \(r_2 = \frac{\delta ^2 - 2}{2}\), and \(r_3 = \frac{\delta ^2}{2}\), the double-periodic wave structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \frac{\operatorname {sn}(\chi , \delta )}{1 \pm \operatorname {dn}(\chi , \delta )}\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile becomes:
Family 7: For the parameters \(r_1 = \frac{\delta ^2}{4}\), \(r_2 = \frac{\delta ^2 - 2}{2}\), and \(r_3 = \frac{\delta ^2}{2}\), the double-periodic wave structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \frac{\operatorname {sn}(\chi , \delta )}{1 \pm \operatorname {dn}(\chi , \delta )}\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile transitions to:
Family 8: For the parameters \(r_1 = -\frac{(1 - \delta ^2)^2}{4}\), \(r_2 = \frac{\delta ^2 + 1}{2}\), and \(r_3 = -\frac{1}{2}\), the double-periodic wave structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \operatorname {cn}(\chi , \delta ) \pm \operatorname {dn}(\chi , \delta )\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile becomes:
Family 9: For the parameters \(r_1 = \frac{\delta ^2 - 1}{4}\), \(r_2 = \frac{\delta ^2 + 1}{2}\), and \(r_3 = \frac{\delta ^2 - 1}{2}\), the double-periodic wave structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \frac{\operatorname {dn}(\chi , \delta )}{1 \pm \operatorname {sn}(\chi , \delta )}\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile transitions to:
Family 10: For the parameters \(r_1 = \frac{1 - \delta ^2}{4}\), \(r_2 = \frac{1 - \delta ^2}{2}\), and \(r_3 = \frac{1 - \delta ^2}{2}\), the double-periodic wave structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \frac{\operatorname {cn}(\chi , \delta )}{1 \pm \operatorname {sn}(\chi , \delta )}\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile transitions to:
Family 11: For the parameters \(r_1 = \frac{1}{4}\), \(r_2 = \frac{(1 - \delta ^2)^2}{2}\), and \(r_3 = \frac{(1 - \delta ^2)^2}{2}\), the double-periodic wave structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \frac{\operatorname {sn}(\chi , \delta )}{\operatorname {dn}(\chi , \delta ) \pm \operatorname {cn}(\chi , \delta )}\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the wave profile becomes:
Family 12: For the parameters \(r_1 = 0\), \(r_2 = 0\), and \(r_3 = 2\), the rational structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \frac{D}{\chi }\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the expression remains:
Family 13: For the parameters \(r_1 = 0\), \(r_2 = 1\), and \(r_3 = 0\), the rational structure is described by analyzing \(G(\chi ) = \frac{1}{2} + D e^\chi\). The resulting wave form is:
In the special case where \(\delta \rightarrow 1\), the expression remains:
Analyzing physical dynamics through visualization
We employ visual representations for the novel soliton structures of the non-linear Gardner-KP equation . These pictures show the newly calculated waveform solutions in the form of graphs. The solutions include hyperbolic, trigonometric, and rational forms from different Familys. The physical interpretation of these solutions is facilitated by simulations conducted using the symbolic computation software Mathematica. Soliton structures that can be recognized include double periodic waves, shock wave solutions, kink-shaped solitons, solitary or bell-shaped solitons, and periodic wave soliton solutions. Each has its set of physical properties. The shock wave soliton solution is shown in Fig. 1, the bell-shaped soliton solution is shown in Fig. 2, and the kink type, which shows the smooth transition of soliton solutions, is shown in Figs. 3 and 4.
To provide physical insight, these various soliton solutions correspond to real nonlinear wave phe-nomena observed in fluids and plasma. For example, shock wave solutions model abrupt changes in wave amplitude analogous to physical shock fronts, while bell-shaped solitary waves represent stable waves as they can propagate without distortion and are localized. Kink solitons describe smooth transitions with changing state of waves and are akin to stable domains found in many media. Thus, these solutions outline both valuable mathematical patterns and important meanings related to oceanography, plasma physics and nonlinear wave propagation.
Shock wave profile
We evaluate the features of the shock wave solutions described by equation (6). As seen in Fig. 1, the wave is shaped in a certain manner for these selected parameter values. The extreme change in the gradient illustrates the common nonlinear steepening seen in shock effects that happen in fluids and plasmas.
Wave Profile Visualization of the equation (6) with parameters \(k_1 = 2\), \(b_1 = 10\), \(b_2 = 5\), \(b_3 = -10\), and \(c = 3\).Figures generated using Mathematica Version 13.3.1.0 (Wolfram Research, Champaign, IL, USA; https://www.wolfram.com/mathematica/).
Bell-shaped soliton
The wave solution in the form of a bell-shaped soliton appears in Fig. 2. Such a profile remains fixed in shape as it travels, which is common with nonlinear waves, like internal waves found in fluids.
Wave Profile Visualization of equation (7) with parameters \(k_1 = 2\), \(b_1 = 10\), \(b_2 = 5\), \(b_3 = -10\), and \(c = 3\).Figures generated using Mathematica Version 13.3.1.0 (Wolfram Research, Champaign, IL, USA; https://www.wolfram.com/mathematica/).
Kink-type soliton
Smooth changes from one wave state to another are seen in Figs. 3 and 4 from the kink-type soliton solutions. They show how stable wave motions, like a front, frequently appear in various physical situations.
Wave Profile Visualization of equation (8) with parameters \(k_1 = 2\), \(b_1 = 10\), \(b_2 = 5\), \(b_3 = -10\), and \(c = 3\).Figures generated using Mathematica Version 13.3.1.0 (Wolfram Research, Champaign, IL, USA; https://www.wolfram.com/mathematica/).
Wave Profile Visualization of equation (9) with parameters \(k_1 = 2\), \(b_1 = 10\), \(b_2 = 5\), \(b_3 = -10\), and \(c = 3\).Figures generated using Mathematica Version 13.3.1.0 (Wolfram Research, Champaign, IL, USA; https://www.wolfram.com/mathematica/).
Numerical stability analysis of the obtained soliton solutions
For stability, a small amplitude-scaled Gaussian perturbation is added to the above-plotted soliton profile, and these perturbations are observed over time. The perturbation magnitude was evaluated by calculating the norm of the difference between the perturbed and original soliton solutions at various time instances. Every soliton solution showed a decrease in perturbation norm, as the table presented in Table 1 shows, indicating that each soliton is locally stable to small perturbations. Hence, it can be said that solitons are stable when focused on their immediate surrounding points in the solution space30,31.
The local stability means that soliton solutions are being considered very close to their exact values. It does not rule out that other types of dynamics and even chaotic dynamics can develop at the larger scales discussed further in the dynamical section.
Dynamical analysis of Gardner-Kp equation
Studying the dynamics of the (3+1)-dimensional Gardner-KP equation helps explain the stability of solitons in real situations. Phase portraits, Lyapunov exponents, and Poincaré maps explain how the waves behave, staying the same or sometimes changing to chaos or complex patterns. Seeing these dynamics clearly helps explain how nonlinear waves change, connect, and travel in materials such as fluids and plasma. For such an analysis, we integrate Equation (3) twice to get
Letting \(\alpha _1 = \frac{2 }{\nu ^2 b_1^2}\), \(\alpha _2 = \frac{3 }{\nu ^2 b_1^2}\) and \(\alpha _3 = \frac{\mu b_3^2 + c b_1 + \mu b_2^2 }{\nu ^2 b_1^4}\) we obtain
Finally, we apply the Galilean transformation to get
The equilibrium points of (10) are determined by letting
These conditions, when substituted in (10) yield:
which on solving, results in
The system has three equilibrium points: \(E_0(\Upsilon _0, 0)\), \(E_1(\Upsilon _1, 0)\), and \(E_2(\Upsilon _2, 0)\), where
The Jacobian matrix for the system (10) can be expressed as
Let \(M(\Upsilon _i, 0)\) be the coefficient matrix of the linearized system at the equilibrium point \((\Upsilon _i, 0)\):
At the equilibrium point \(( \Upsilon _i, 0)\), we define the determinant \(J\) and trace \(T\) of matrix \(M\). The determinant \(J\) is given by:
and the trace \(T = 0\).
The eigenvalues of the matrix \(M\) are determined by solving the characteristic equation:
which simplifies to
Thus, the eigenvalues of \(M\) are:
These eigenvalues depend on the parameters \(\alpha _1\), \(\alpha _2\), and \(\alpha _3\), as well as the equilibrium points \((\Upsilon _i, 0)\). It is important to note that the parameters \(\alpha _1\), \(\alpha _2\), and \(\alpha _3\) are related to system parameters, such as \(\nu\), \(b_1\), \(b_2\), \(b_3\), \(c\), and \(\mu\).
The stability of the critical points \((\Upsilon _i, 0)\) can be analyzed based on Table 2.
As the system (10) is a three-parameter planar dynamical system, with the stability of the system depending on the values of parameters \(\alpha _1, \alpha _2,\) and \(\alpha _3\). The behavior of the system is further investigated by analyzing the bifurcations in the phase portraits of (10) as the parameter values change.
Phase portraits
Phase portraits are graphical representations of a dynamical system’s trajectories in its phase space, showing how the system evolves over time based on initial conditions. They provide insight into the stability and behavior of equilibria, periodic orbits, and chaotic dynamics .
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Case 1: When \(\alpha _1\), \(\alpha _2\), and \(\alpha _3\) are all positive, the system has three equilibrium points: \(E_0(0,0)\) and \(E_{1\pm }\). The point \(E_0\) acts as a center, while the points \(E_{1-}\) and \(E_{1+}\) are identified as saddle points (Fig. 5-a).
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Case 2: In this case, \(\alpha _1\) is positive, \(\alpha _2\) is negative , \(\alpha _3\) is also positive. The system exhibits equilibrium points \(E_0(0,0)\) and \(E_{2\pm }\). Here, \(E_0\) is a center, while \(E_{2-}\) and \(E_{2+}\) act as saddle points. (Fig. 5-b)
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Case 3: If, \(\alpha _1\) is negative, \(\alpha _2\) is positive , \(\alpha _3\) is negative, the system has equilibrium points \(E_3(0, 0)\) and \(E_{3\pm }\). The equilibrium \(E_0\) becomes a saddle point, while \(E_{3+}\) and \(E_{3-}\) are centers (Fig. 6-a).
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Case 4: If all parameters are negative (\(\alpha _1, \alpha _2, \alpha _3 < 0\)), the system contains equilibrium points \(E_0(0, 0)\) and \(E_{4\pm }\). In this configuration, \(E_0\) is a saddle point, while \(E_{4-}\) and \(E_{4+}\) are centers (Fig. 6-b).
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Case 5: If, \(\alpha _1\) is negative, \(\alpha _2\) is positive , \(\alpha _3\) is also Positive , only one equilibrium point: \(E_0(0,0)\), which acts as a center (Fig. 7-a)
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Case 6: If, \(\alpha _1\) is negative, \(\alpha _2\) is negative , \(\alpha _3\) is also Positive , the system has only \(E_0(0,0)\) as an equilibrium point. This point is identified as a center (Fig. 7-b)
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Case 7: If, \(\alpha _1\) is positive, \(\alpha _2\) is positive , \(\alpha _3\) is negative, the system has only \(E_0(0,0)\) as an equilibrium point. This equilibrium point functions as a saddle (Fig. 8-a).
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Case 8: Finally when, \(\alpha _1\) is positive, \(\alpha _2\) is negative , \(\alpha _3\) is negative the system again has only \(E_0(0,0)\) as an equilibrium point. Here, \(E_0\) is classified as a saddle (Fig. 8-b).
Graphical representations of the system’s phase space dynamics (10).
Graphical representations of the system’s phase space dynamics (10).
Graphical representations of the system’s phase space dynamics (10).
Graphical representations of the system’s phase space dynamics (10).
Hamiltonian dynamics
In classical mechanics, Hamilton’s equations describe systems of the form:
A system is Hamiltonian if a function \(H(\Upsilon , \Gamma )\) exists such that:
This function \(H(\Upsilon , \Gamma )\) is referred to as the Hamiltonian32.
Definition 1
A system is Hamiltonian if it satisfies:
Equations describing the system qualify as Hamiltonian if they meet this condition:
The corresponding Hamiltonian function is:
Definition 2
For a critical point \((\Upsilon _0, \Gamma _0)\), the discriminant is:
Case 1: When the determinant \(\Omega (\Upsilon _0, \Gamma _0)\) is positive, the critical point may be identified as either a local maximum or a local minimum.
Case 2: When the determinant \(\Omega (\Upsilon _0, \Gamma _0)\) is negative, the critical point corresponds to a saddle point.
Case 3: If \(\Omega (\Upsilon _0, \Gamma _0) = 0\), further analysis is needed.
Proposed results from Table (3) and Table (4)
Result 1: For \(\alpha _1 > 0\), \(\alpha _3 > 0\), and \(\alpha _2^2 + 4\alpha _1\alpha _3 > 0\), the system defined by equation (10) has stable center at \((0, 0)\) and saddle points at:
These points represent different dynamical behaviors. Additionally, periodic orbits are observed around the center, and a homoclinic orbit exists at the origin.
Result 2: When \(\alpha _1< 0\), \(\alpha _3 < 0\), and \(\alpha _2^2 + 4\alpha _1\alpha _3 > 0\), the system has one saddle point at \((0, 0)\) and two centers located at:
This configuration results in a homoclinic orbit around the origin, as well as a family of periodic orbits. These structures point to the presence of periodic, solitary, and breaking wave solutions in the system’s dynamics.
Result 3: For \(\alpha _2^2 + 4\alpha _1\alpha _3 > 0\) and \(\alpha _1 \alpha _3 < 0\), the system has a center point at:
This center point is accompanied by two saddle points, one at the origin and another at
This configuration leads to a series of periodic orbits near the center, alongside a homoclinic orbit at the origin. The system exhibits a variety of periodic, solitary, and breaking wave solutions.
Result 4: When \(\alpha _2^2 + 4\alpha _1 \alpha _3 < 0\), the system has a single equilibrium point at (0,0). This point is saddle if \(\alpha _3 < 0\), and a center if \(\alpha _3 > 0\). The system also shows a series of bounded open orbits, supporting periodic and breaking wave solutions.
Result 5: When \(\alpha _2^2 + 4\alpha _1\alpha _3 = 0\), the system defined by equation (10) has one center point at \((0, 0)\) and one saddle point at
Wave solutions of the dynamical system
To find all possible super-nonlinear wave solutions, we need to figure out all the super-nonlinear paths for system (10) by changing the physical parameters \(\alpha _1\), \(\alpha _2\), and \(\alpha _3\). By systematically adjusting parameters, we illustrate both periodic and super-periodic wave solutions. These results, shown in Figs. 9 and 10, clearly demonstrate that the system can support different types of nonlinear wave behaviors.
Our results clearly show that there are nonlinear periodic wave solutions, as seen in Fig. 9, which shows waves that repeat over time due to nonlinear effects in the system. Additionally, super-nonlinear periodic wave solutions, shown in Fig. 10, are a more complicated type of solution that features stronger nonlinear interactions and more complex wave shapes than regular nonlinear periodic waves. These findings point out the many aspects and levels of detail within the system under study, giving profound insight into the formation of super-nonlinear waves.
Nonlinear periodic wave solutions of dynamical system (10) for \(\alpha _1\), \(\alpha _2\), \(\alpha _3\) > 0.
Supernonlinear periodic wave solutions of dynamical system (10) for \(\alpha _1=-1\), \(\alpha _2=-1\) and \(\alpha _3=1\).
Analysis of quasi-periodic behaviour
In this section, we study the quasiperiodic patterns of the considered model. We explore the quasi-periodic dynamics of the system under three distinct parameter sets, visualizing the results using 2D and 3D phase portraits alongside corresponding time series plots. These visualizations provide a complete view of how the system’s behavior is controlled by parameter change, with subtle interactions between more than one frequency and their impact on stability and predictability.
The perturbed form of Eq (10) after inserting the periodic term \(A_0\cos (\tau t)\) is:
where \(A_0\) is the amplitude and \(\tau\) is the frequency of the external forcing.
The 3D and 2D phase portraits of the system (11) for \(\alpha _1=-1\), \(\alpha _2=1\), \(\alpha _3=1\) \(A_0=0.6\) and \(\tau =1.6\).
The 3D and 2D phase portraits of the system (11) for for \(\alpha _1=-1\), \(\alpha _2=1\), \(\alpha _3=1\) \(A_0=2.5\) and \(\tau =3\).
The 3D and 2D phase portraits of the system (11) for for \(\alpha _1=-1\), \(\alpha _2=1\), \(\alpha _3=1\) \(A_0=4\) and \(\tau =6\).
The results shown in Figs. 11, 12, and 13 for each set of parameters have the defining characteristics of quasi-periodic behavior: bounded but non-repeating orbits for the 2D and 3D plots. This analysis highlights the system’s sensitivity to parameter changes and captures the intricate, deterministic patterns that govern its behavior. These results are necessary to advance our understanding of nonlinear dynamical systems and their potential for applications in real systems. The quasi-periodic patterns that were noted highlight the intricate dynamics of the system, opening the way for a detailed study of chaos through Lyapunov exponent analysis.
Quantitative insights into dynamical system behavior using Lyapunov exponents
Lyapunov exponents are the fundamental quantities that characterize the stability and chaos of dynamical systems. A positive Lyapunov exponent signals exponential divergence of close trajectories, suggesting chaos, while a negative one suggests convergence to a stable state. The results in Table 5 show how the Lyapunov exponents change over time for the system being studied, and Fig. 14 also supports its chaotic behavior with the highest positive Lyapunov exponent of 0.9533. This indication highlights the sensitivity of the system to changes in parameters and initial conditions, giving quantitative verification of the occurrence of chaos. These findings are significant in comprehending the inherent dynamics of nonlinear systems and their potential applications in optimization and control.
Dynamics of the Lyapunov exponent for the model (11) for the parameters values of \(\alpha _1 = -1\),\(\alpha _2 = -1\),\(\alpha _3 = -1\) , \(A_0= 0.2\) and \(\tau =0.86\).
Poincaré analysis for detecting quasi-periodic and chaotic behaviors
The Poincaré map is a powerful mathematical and visualization technique for analyzing nonlinear dynamical systems. We demonstrate its usefulness in this paper by its capability to distinguish between quasi-periodic and chaotic behavior. Figure 15-a shows a quasi-periodic motion with \(\alpha _1 = -1\), \(\alpha _2 = 1\), \(\alpha _3 = 1\), \(A_0 = 0.09\), and \(\tau = 1.2\), where the points form a closed and repeating pattern in the Poincaré map. This pattern indicates regularity and stability in the system. In contrast, Fig. 15-b shows chaotic movement when \(\alpha _1 = -1\), \(\alpha _2 = 1\), \(\alpha _3 = 1\), \(A_0 = 0.8\), and \(\tau = 1.2\), where the scattered points show randomness and how small changes at the start can lead to different outcomes. The results highlight the role of Poincaré maps in identifying complex system behavior and transitions. The results demonstrate how the system reacts to changes in parameters and confirm that this technique is helpful for studying nonlinear dynamics, such as in improving and managing industrial processes.
Poincaré maps for the dynamical system (11).
Sensitivity analysis
Sensitivity analysis is the powerful technique that enables one to examine how changes in the input or model parameters alter the output of a system; this provides critical insights into its behavior33,34. The results depicted in Figs. 16, 17 and 18) clearly illustrate the system’s sensitivity to initial conditions, confirming the presence of chaotic behavior. These graphs highlight the fundamental aspect of chaos—extreme sensitivity to initial conditions—observed for specific parameter values.
Using the initial conditions outlined in Table 6, we systematically examine how perturbations influence the behavior of the perturbed dynamical system ((11)). The findings underscore the intricate interplay between system parameters and initial states, demonstrating the critical role of sensitivity analysis in uncovering the rich dynamics of chaotic systems28.
Sensitivity plot for the perturbed dynamical system given in equation ((11)), using the specified parameters and initial conditions outlined in the table.
Sensitivity plot for the perturbed dynamical system given in equation ((11)), using the specified parameters and initial conditions outlined in the table.
Sensitivity plot for the perturbed dynamical system given in equation ((11)), using the specified parameters and initial conditions outlined in the table.
Interpretation of results and applications
The results from this research have greatly contributed to increasing knowledge on Gardner-KP type equations. Most previous studies have dealt with (2+1)-dimensional Gardner-KP and related equations20,21,22,25,26, mainly investigating simple soliton patterns such as single solitons, lumps and breathers. On the other hand, this study on the (3+1)-dimensional Gardner-KP equation reveals various soliton profiles, like double periodic waves, shock waves and kink-type solitons.
A thorough study of the system here discovers new kinds of stability and leads to chaotic behavior that past studies have rarely described. It is evident from this that (3+1)-dimensional models are better for reflecting the various aspects of nonlinear waves in physical systems.
Multiple fields could make use of the outcomes from this work.
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Ocean Engineering plays a role by studying how internal waves travel along the ocean’s shelves and impact movement of sediments and shaping of coasts.
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Exploring wave distributions in plasma which cover solitary pulses and shock waves important for energy processes.
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how solitons behave in optical fibers, necessary for securing the digital signal of communication systems.
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Bose-Einstein Condensates with their self-organizing nature help us study nonlinear waves and their stability in quantum fluids.
Overall, this study broadens the application of Gardner-KP models in several scientific fields by adding concepts and explanations for practical use.
Conclusion
We investigated the non-linear \((3+1)\)-dimensional KP-Gardner equation, focusing on its soliton solutions and dynamical behaviors. Using the Jacobi elliptic method, we derived soliton solutions that illustrate the equation’s rich nonlinear wave dynamics. These solitons provide valuable insights into wave transmission dynamics, with applications in various fields of physics and engineering. We conducted the dynamical analysis using the phase plane analysis, which provided a detailed classification of phase portraits based on orbital structures. Sensitivity analysis results were presented to highlight the system’s dependence on parameter variations. We used the Runge-Kutta (RK) method to solve the model, which indicated the existence of both supernonlinear and nonlinear periodic wave patterns. We further explored the effects of physical constants on quasi-periodic and chaotic patterns within the perturbed dynamical system. To confirm chaotic behavior, Lyapunov exponents were calculated, Poincaré sections were plotted, and sensitivity analysis was performed. Changes in the frequencies and strengths of outside disturbances greatly affect the system’s unpredictable, chaotic behavior, as these analyses revealed. The results have profound implications for applications in engineering, fiber optics, and other scientific disciplines, where nonlinear models are critical to advancing theoretical and practical innovations.
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Hussain, A., Zeeshan, M., Junaid U Rehman, M. et al. Exploring soliton solutions and dynamical features of three dimensional Gardner Kadomtsov Petviashvili equation. Sci Rep 15, 37175 (2025). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-22968-2
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