English

Stable localized moving patterns in the 2-D Gray-Scott model

Pattern Formation and Solitons 2015-01-12 v1

Abstract

I show stable, localized, single and multi-spot patterns of three classes - stationary, moving, and rotating - that exist within a limited range of parameter values in the two-dimensional Gray-Scott reaction-diffusion model with σ=Du/Dv=2{\sigma} = D_u/D_v = 2. These patterns exist in domains of any size, and appear to derive their stability from a constructive reinforcement effect of the standing waves that surround any feature. There are several common elements - including a spot that behaves as a quasiparticle, a U-shaped stripe, and a ring or annulus, or a portion thereof - which combine to form a great variety of stable structures. These patterns interact with each other in a variety of ways. There are similarities to other reaction-diffusion systems and to physical experiments; I offer several suggestions for further research.

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@article{arxiv.1501.01990,
  title  = {Stable localized moving patterns in the 2-D Gray-Scott model},
  author = {Robert P. Munafo},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1501.01990},
  year   = {2015}
}

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13 pages, 7 figures, 2 tables

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