Neural Operator Induced Gaussian Process Framework for Probabilistic Solution of Parametric Partial Differential Equations

Core Concepts

The proposed Neural Operator induced Gaussian Process (NOGaP) framework combines the strengths of neural operators and Gaussian processes to provide accurate and uncertainty-quantified solutions for parametric partial differential equations.

Abstract

The study introduces a novel framework called NOGaP that leverages the capabilities of Gaussian Processes (GPs) and neural operators to effectively learn solutions to non-linear partial differential equations (PDEs). The key aspects of the proposed framework are:

Mean Function: The mean function of the GP is represented using a Wavelet Neural Operator (WNO), which can accurately capture the underlying function space representation.
Uncertainty Quantification: By incorporating the probabilistic nature of GPs, the NOGaP framework provides a quantifiable measure of uncertainty associated with the predictions, a crucial aspect for decision-making in safety-critical systems.
Scalability: The framework utilizes the Kronecker product property to address the scalability challenges often encountered in conventional GP models.

The performance of the NOGaP framework is extensively evaluated through experiments on various PDE examples, including Burger's equation, Darcy flow, non-homogeneous Poisson, and wave-advection equations. The results demonstrate superior accuracy and expected uncertainty characteristics compared to standalone WNO, GP (zero mean), and Bayesian WNO models, suggesting the promising potential of the proposed framework.

Stats

The viscosity parameter ν in the 1D Burgers equation is set to 0.1.
The wave speed ν in the 1D wave-advection equation is set to 1.
The permeability field a(x,y) in the 2D Darcy flow equation is set to 0.1, and the forcing function f(x,y) is set to -1.
The analytical solution for the 2D non-homogeneous Poisson equation is given by u(x,y) = α sin(πx)(1+cos(πy)) + β sin(2πx)(1-cos(2πy)), where α and β are varied uniformly between -2 and 2.

Quotes

"The proposed framework leads to improved prediction accuracy and offers a quantifiable measure of uncertainty."
"NOGaP ingeniously combines the strengths of Gaussian process regression with neural operators."
"The results demonstrate superior accuracy and expected uncertainty characteristics, suggesting the promising potential of the proposed framework."

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Neural Operator induced Gaussian Process framework for probabilistic solution of parametric partial differential equations

by Sawan Kumar,... at arxiv.org 04-25-2024

https://arxiv.org/pdf/2404.15618.pdf

Deeper Inquiries

How can the NOGaP framework be extended to handle time-dependent PDEs

To extend the NOGaP framework to handle time-dependent PDEs, we can incorporate the time variable into the neural operator architecture. This can be achieved by modifying the input data to include the time component, allowing the neural network to learn the temporal evolution of the system. Additionally, the covariance function in the Gaussian Process component can be adapted to model the temporal correlations in the data. By training the model on time-series data and incorporating time-dependent features in the neural network architecture, the NOGaP framework can effectively handle time-dependent PDEs.

What are the potential limitations of the Kronecker product approach used for improving the scalability of the GP component

The Kronecker product approach used to improve the scalability of the GP component in the NOGaP framework may have some limitations. One potential limitation is the increased computational complexity associated with computing the Kronecker product, especially for high-dimensional datasets. As the size of the dataset grows, the computational cost of performing matrix operations involving the Kronecker product can become prohibitive. Additionally, the Kronecker product approach may not be suitable for all types of covariance functions, limiting its applicability in certain scenarios.

Can the NOGaP framework be adapted to handle non-Gaussian noise models or non-stationary covariance functions

The NOGaP framework can be adapted to handle non-Gaussian noise models or non-stationary covariance functions by incorporating appropriate probabilistic models into the Gaussian Process component. For non-Gaussian noise models, the likelihood function in the GP can be modified to account for the non-Gaussian nature of the noise. This can involve using a different distribution, such as a Student's t-distribution, to model the noise in the data. Similarly, for non-stationary covariance functions, the kernel function in the GP can be customized to capture the varying correlations in the data over time or space. By adapting the GP component to handle non-Gaussian noise and non-stationary covariance functions, the NOGaP framework can be more versatile and robust in modeling complex data.