Relaxed Stability Criteria for Time-Delay Systems:A Novel Quadratic Function Convex Approximation Approach

This paper develops a quadratic function convex approximation approach to deal with the negative definite problem of the quadratic function induced by stability analysis of linear systems with time-varying delays.By introducing two adjustable parameters and two free variables,a novel convex function greater than or equal to the quadratic function is constructed,regardless of the sign of the coefficient in the quadratic term.The developed lemma can also be degenerated into the existing quadratic function negative-determination(QFND)lemma and relaxed QFND lemma respectively,by setting two adjustable parameters and two free variables as some particular values.Moreover,for a linear system with time-varying delays,a relaxed stability criterion is established via our developed lemma,together with the quivalent reciprocal combination technique and the Bessel-Legendre inequality.As a result,the conservatism can be reduced via the proposed approach in the context of constructing Lyapunov-Krasovskii functionals for the stability analysis of linear time-varying delay systems.Finally,the superiority of our results is illustrated through three numerical examples.

Sub-Differential Characterizations of Non-Smooth Lower Semi-Continuous Pseudo-Convex Functions on Real Banach Spaces

In this paper, we characterize lower semi-continuous pseudo-convex functions f : X → R ∪ {+ ∞} on convex subset of real Banach spaces K ⊂ X with respect to the pseudo-monotonicity of its Clarke-Rockafellar Sub-differential. We extend the results on the characterizations of non-smooth convex functions f : X → R ∪ {+ ∞} on convex subset of real Banach spaces K ⊂ X with respect to the monotonicity of its sub-differentials to the lower semi-continuous pseudo-convex functions on real Banach spaces.

Deep reinforcement learning using least-squares truncated temporal-difference

Policy evaluation(PE)is a critical sub-problem in reinforcement learning,which estimates the value function for a given policy and can be used for policy improvement.However,there still exist some limitations in current PE methods,such as low sample efficiency and local convergence,especially on complex tasks.In this study,a novel PE algorithm called Least-Squares Truncated Temporal-Difference learning(LST2D)is proposed.In LST2D,an adaptive truncation mechanism is designed,which effectively takes advantage of the fast convergence property of Least-Squares Temporal Difference learning and the asymptotic convergence property of Temporal Difference learning(TD).Then,two feature pre-training methods are utilised to improve the approximation ability of LST2D.Furthermore,an Actor-Critic algorithm based on LST2D and pre-trained feature representations(ACLPF)is proposed,where LST2D is integrated into the critic network to improve learning-prediction efficiency.Comprehensive simulation studies were conducted on four robotic tasks,and the corresponding results illustrate the effectiveness of LST2D.The proposed ACLPF algorithm outperformed DQN,ACER and PPO in terms of sample efficiency and stability,which demonstrated that LST2D can be applied to online learning control problems by incorporating it into the actor-critic architecture.

DEGREE OF APPROXIMATION BY SUPERPOSITIONS OF A SIGMOIDAL FUNCTION

In this paper we study the degree of approximation by superpositions of a sigmoidal function.We mainly consider the univariate case.If f is a continuous function,we prove that for any bounded sigmoidal function σ,d_(n,σ)(f)≤‖σ‖ω(f,1/(n+1)).For the Heaviside function H(x),we prove that d_(n,H)(f)≤ω(f,1/(2(n+1))). If f is a continuous funnction of bounded variation,we prove that d_(n,σ)(f)≤‖σ‖/(n+1)V(f)and d_(n,H)(f)≤ 1/(2(n+1))V(f).For he Heaviside function,the coefficient 1 and the approximation orders are the best possible.We compare these results with the classical Jackson and Bernstein theorems,and make some conjec- tures for further study.

SIMULTANEOUSE APPROXIMATION TO A DIFFERENTIABLE FUNCTION AND ITS DERIVATIVES BY LAGRANGE INTERPOLATING POLYNOMIALS

This paper establishes the following pointwise result for simultancous Lagrange imterpolating approxima- tion:,then |f^(k)(x)-P_n^(k)(f,x)|=O(1)△_n^(q-k)(x)ω where P_n(f,x)is the Lagrange interpolating potynomial of deereeon the nodes X_nUY_n(see the definition of the next).

ON THE POINTWISE ESTIMATIONS OF APPROXIMATION OF FUNCTIONS AND THEIR DERIVATIVES BY HERMITE INTERPOLATION

The object of this paper is to establish the pointwise estimations of approximation of functions in C^1 and their derivatives by Hermite interpolation polynomials. The given orders have been proved to be exact in gen- eral.

A SHARP ESTIMATE ON THE DEGREE OF APPROXIMATION TO FUNCTIONS OF BOUNDED VARIATION BY CERTAIN OPERATORS

Recently Guo introduced integrated Meyer -Konig and Zeller operators and studied the rate of convergence for function of bounded variation. In this note we give a sharp estimate for these operators.

On the Method of Multiplier-enlargement and Approximation of Unbounded Continuous Functions

By combining the classical appropriate functions “1, x, x 2” with the method of multiplier enlargement, this paper establishes a theorem to approximate any unbounded continuous functions with modified positive linear operators. As an example, Hermite Fejér interpolation polynomial operators are analysed and studied, and a general conclusion is obtained.

The Neural Network Model of Sinusoid Activation Transfer Function

A new type of neural network is described, which is basing on Fourier series, and the activation transfer function in its neuron model is sinusoid, ft can approximate to any function, which is continuum in every segment, with any precision with by layers only. We also provide the computer approach emulation results of different kinds of static function.

Optimization for ASP flooding based on adaptive rationalized Haar function approximation

This paper presents an adaptive rationalized Haar function approximation method to obtain the optimal injection strategy for alkali-surfactant-polymer(ASP) flooding. In this process, the non-uniform control vector parameterization is introduced to convert original problem into a multistage optimization problem, in which a new normalized time variable is adopted on the combination of the subinterval length. Then the rationalized Haar function approximation method, in which an auxiliary function is introduced to dispose path constraints, is used to transform the multistage problem into a nonlinear programming. Furthermore, an adaptive strategy proposed on the basis of errors is adopted to regulate the order of Haar function vectors. Finally, the nonlinear programming for ASP flooding is solved by sequential quadratic programming. To illustrate the performance of proposed method,the experimental comparison method and control vector parameterization(CVP) method are introduced to optimize the original problem directly. By contrastive analysis of results, the accuracy and efficiency of proposed method are confirmed.

How to Extend the Bridge Density Functional Approximation to the Confined Non-hard Sphere Fluid

A theoretical method was proposed to extend a bridge density functional approximation （BDFA） for the non-uniform hard sphere fluid to the non-uniform Lennard-Jones （LJ） fluid. The DFT approach for LJ fluid is simple, quantitatively accurate in a wide range of coexistence phase and external field parameters. Especially, the DFT approach only needs a second order direct correlation function （DCF） of the coexistence bulk fluid as input, and is therefore applicable to the subcritical temperature region. The present theoretical method can be regarded as a non-uniform counterpart of the thermodynamic perturbation theory, in which it is not at the level of the free energy but at the level of the second order DCF.the National Natural Science Foundation of China （No. 20546004） and the Natural Science Foundation of Education Department of Hunan Province （No.04C711）.

Complex Function Approximation Based on Multi-ANN Approach

This paper presents a multi-ANN approximation approach to approximate complex non-linear function. Comparing with single-ANN methods the proposed approach improves and increases the approximation and generalization ability, and adaptability greatly in learning processes of networks. The simulation results have been shown that the method can be applied to the modeling and identification of complex dynamic control systems.

EXISTENCE AND LOCAL BEHAVIOR OF NONDIAGONAL BIVARIATE QUADRATIC FUNCTION APPROXIMATION

This paper analyses the local behavior of the simple off-diagonal bivariate quadratic function approximation to a bivariate function which has a given power series expansion about the origin.It is shown that the simple off-diagonal bivariate quadratic Hermite-Padé form always defines a bivariate quadratic function and that this function is analytic in a neighbourhood of the origin.Numerical examples compare the obtained results with the approximation power of diagonal Chisholm approximant and Taylor polynomial approximant.

Approximate derivative-dependent functional variable separation for quasi-linear diffusion equations with a weak source

By using the approximate derivative-dependent functional variable separation approach, we study the quasi-linear diffusion equations with a weak source ut = （A（u）Ux）x ＋ eB（u, Ux）. A complete classification of these perturbed equations which admit approximate derivative-dependent functional separable solutions is listed. As a consequence, some approxi- mate solutions to the resulting perturbed equations are constructed via examples.

PADE APPROXIMANTS AS LIMITS OF RATIONAL FUNCTIONS OF BEST APPROXIMATION IN ORLICZ SPACE

In this paper, we prove that the best rational approximation of a given analytic function in Orlicz space L~*(G), where G = {|z|≤∈}, converges to the Pade approximants of the function as the measure of G approaches zero.

Bridge density functional approximation for non-uniform hard core repulsive Yukawa fluid

In this work, a bridge density functional approximation （BDFA） （J. Chem. Phys. 112, 8079 （2000）） for a nonuniform hard-sphere fluid is extended to a non-uniform hard-core repulsive Yukawa （HCRY） fluid. It is found that the choice of a bulk bridge functional approximation is crucial for both a uniform HCRY fluid and a non-uniform HCRY fluid. A new bridge functional approximation is proposed, which can accurately predict the radial distribution function of the bulk HCRY fluid. With the new bridge functional approximation and its associated bulk second order direct correlation function as input, the BDFA can be used to well calculate the density profile of the HCRY fluid subjected to the influence of varying external fields, and the theoretical predictions are in good agreement with the corresponding simulation data. The calculated results indicate that the present BDFA captures quantitatively the phenomena such as the coexistence of solid-like high density phase and low density gas phase, and the adsorption properties of the HCRY fluid, which qualitatively differ from those of the fluids combining both hard-core repulsion and an attractive tail.

FUNCTIONAL INEQUALITIES AND BEST APPROXIMATION

We investigate the relationship between best approximations by elements of closed convex cones and the estimation of functionals on an inner product space (X,<·,·>)in terms of the inner product on X.

On Approximation of Nonbounded Continuous Functions

This paper generalizes the basic principle of multiplier-enlargement approach to approximating any nonbounded continuous functions with positive linear operators, and as an example, Bernstein polynomial operators are analysed and studied. This paper gives a certain theorem as a general rule to approximate any nonbounded continuous functions.

APPROXIMATION OF CONTINUOUS FUNCTIONS BY GENERALIZED KARAMATA MEANS

A sufficient condition for the order of approximation of a continuous 2π periodic function with a given majorant for the modulus of continuity by the [F, d_n] means of its Fourier serier to be of Jackson order is obtained. This sufficient condition is shown to be not enough for the order of approximation by partial sums of their Fourier series to be of Jackson order. The error estimate is shown to be the best possible.

ON VECTOR VALUED FUNCTION APPROXIMATION USING A PEAK NORM

A peak norm is defined for Lp spaces of E-valued Bochner integrable functions, where E is a Banach space, and best approximations from a sun to elements of the space are characterized. Applications are given to some families of simultaneous best approximation problems.