Bayesian Data-Driven Discovery of Partial Differential Equations with Variable Coefficients

Temel Kavramlar

Proposing a robust Bayesian sparse learning algorithm for discovering Partial Differential Equations with variable coefficients, enhancing robustness and model selection criteria.

Özet

The content discusses the challenges of data-driven discovery of PDEs, proposing a Bayesian sparse learning algorithm for PDE discovery with variable coefficients. It introduces the threshold Bayesian group Lasso with spike-and-slab prior (tBGL-SS) and demonstrates its robustness and efficiency in model selection. The method is compared with baseline methods, showcasing its superiority in noisy environments and model selection criteria. The paper includes numerical experiments on classical benchmark PDEs, illustrating the method's effectiveness and efficiency. It also discusses uncertainty quantification and model selection criteria, emphasizing the algorithm's robustness and performance under noisy conditions.

• Introduction to the challenges of data-driven discovery of PDEs
• Proposal of a Bayesian sparse learning algorithm for PDE discovery with variable coefficients
• Comparison with baseline methods and demonstration of method's superiority in noisy environments
• Numerical experiments showcasing method's effectiveness and efficiency
• Discussion on uncertainty quantification and model selection criteria, highlighting algorithm's robustness and performance under noisy conditions

İstatistikler

The tRMS = 0.02 is used for clean data and 1% σu noise data in the Burger's equation experiment.
The tGE = 0.1 is used in all experiments for Burger's equation.
In the Advection-Diffusion equation experiment, tRMS = 0.02 is applied for clean data and 1% σu noise data, and tRMS = 0.01 for 2% σu noise data.
The tGE = 0.08 is used in all experiments for the Advection-Diffusion equation.
For the Kuramoto-Sivashinsky equation experiment, tRMS = 0.1 is applied for clean data and 1% σu noise data, and tRMS = 0.01 for 2% σu noise data.
The tGE = 0.05 is used in all experiments for the Kuramoto-Sivashinsky equation.

Alıntılar

"The proposed tBGL-SS method outperforms SGTR and group Lasso in noisy environments and provides better model selection criteria."
"The uncertainty quantification of the reconstructed coefficients benefits from the Bayesian statistical framework adopted in this work."
"The method's robustness and efficiency in model selection criteria are highlighted through numerical experiments on classical benchmark PDEs."

Önemli Bilgiler Şuradan Elde Edildi

Bayesian data-driven discovery of partial differential equations with variable coefficients

by Aoxue Chen,Y... : arxiv.org 03-27-2024

https://arxiv.org/pdf/2102.01432.pdf

Daha Derin Sorular

How can the proposed Bayesian sparse learning algorithm be applied to other scientific fields beyond mathematics

The proposed Bayesian sparse learning algorithm, tBGL-SS, can be applied to various scientific fields beyond mathematics, especially in fields where data-driven discovery of hidden equations is essential. One such field is physics, where the algorithm can be used to identify the governing laws in physical systems based on experimental data. For example, in fluid dynamics, the algorithm can help in discovering the underlying partial differential equations that govern the behavior of fluids. Similarly, in computational chemistry, the algorithm can be used to uncover the mathematical relationships between different chemical properties. The algorithm can also find applications in biology, climate science, and engineering, where complex systems can be modeled using partial differential equations with variable coefficients.

What are the potential limitations of the tBGL-SS method in handling extremely noisy data

One potential limitation of the tBGL-SS method in handling extremely noisy data is the risk of overfitting. In the presence of high levels of noise, the algorithm may struggle to distinguish between signal and noise, leading to the inclusion of irrelevant terms in the model. This can result in a less accurate representation of the underlying partial differential equation. Additionally, the algorithm may face challenges in identifying the true coefficients of the equation when the noise levels are too high, leading to increased uncertainty in the model parameters. Furthermore, the computational complexity of the algorithm may increase with extremely noisy data, requiring more iterations and computational resources to converge to a solution.

How can uncertainty quantification in model selection criteria be further improved for more complex PDE systems

To further improve uncertainty quantification in model selection criteria for more complex PDE systems, several approaches can be considered. One approach is to incorporate hierarchical Bayesian models that capture the dependencies between different coefficients and terms in the partial differential equations. By modeling these dependencies, the uncertainty estimates can be more accurately propagated through the model, providing a more comprehensive understanding of the model's uncertainty. Additionally, ensemble methods, such as Bayesian model averaging, can be used to combine multiple models and their uncertainties to make more robust model selection decisions. Furthermore, advanced sampling techniques, such as Hamiltonian Monte Carlo, can be employed to explore the high-dimensional parameter space more efficiently and accurately, leading to improved uncertainty quantification in model selection criteria.