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Relation between Stochastic Resonance and Synchronization of Passages in a Double-Well System

Statistical Mechanics 2009-10-30 v1

Abstract

We calculate, numerically, the residence times (and their distribution) of a Brownian particle in a two-well system under the action of a periodic, saw-tooth type, external field. We define hysteresis in the system. The hysteresis loop area is shown to be a good measure of synchronization of passages from one well to the other. We establish connection between this stochastic synchronization and stochastic resonance in the system.

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@article{arxiv.cond-mat/9704241,
  title  = {Relation between Stochastic Resonance and Synchronization of Passages in a Double-Well System},
  author = {Mangal C. Mahato and A. M. Jayannavar},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:cond-mat/9704241},
  year   = {2009}
}

Comments

To appear in PRE May 1997, figures available on request