Riemann-Hilbert Research Articles

Riemann–Hilbert problem and soliton solutions with their asymptotic analysis for the focusing nonlocal Hirota equation with step-like initial data

The Riemann–Hilbert (RH) problem is developed to study the Cauchy problem of focusing space symmetric nonlocal Hirota (fsNH) equation with step-like initial data. Firstly, we analyze the characteristics of the Jost solutions and spectral functions, including analyticity, symmetry, and asymptotics as k→∞ and k→0. Then, we discuss three cases of zero point distributions of the spectral functions, and derive the expressions of spectral functions by constructing the special analytic functions and establishing the scalar RH problem. Furthermore, the constraint relations among the zeros of the spectral functions are analyzed. Next, the corresponding RH problem equipped with residual and singularity conditions is successfully derived. These singularity conditions are then transformed into a general residue condition, which reduces the problem of solving the RH problem with reflection-less potential to solving a system of algebraic equations. Ultimately, the corresponding soliton solutions of the fsNH equation and their asymptotics are derived from the solution of the RH problem.

On long-time asymptotic behavior and Painlevé asymptotic to the matrix Hirota equation

Abstract The nonlinear descent method is extended to study the long-time asymptotic behavior of the matrix Hirota equation with $4\times 4$ Lax pair in Schwartz space. The implementation of spectral analysis successfully transforms the Cauchy problem of the matrix Hirota equation into the corresponding high-order Riemann–Hilbert (RH) with $4\times 4$ jump matrix, and further analyses the established oscillation RH problem to study the asymptotic behavior of the solution in the space-time plane. Interestingly, the space-time plane $\{(x,t)|-\infty <x<+\infty , t>0\}$ can be divided into three different asymptotic regions based on the phase function and $\xi =x/t$. The first one is the oscillatory region $\xi <\frac{\alpha ^{2}}{3\beta }$, whose leading-term can be approximated applying the Weber equation with an error of $\mathcal{O}(t^{-1}\log t)$. The second region is the Painlevé region $\xi \approx \frac{\alpha ^{2}}{3\beta }$, whose leading-term can be approximated by the coupled Painlevé II equation, which is related to a $4\times 4$ matrix RH problem with an error of $\mathcal{O}(t^{-\frac{2}{3}})$. The last region is the fast decay region $\xi>\frac{\alpha ^{2}}{3\beta }$, which solution is rapidly decreasing as $t\rightarrow \infty $. Our results provide a detailed proof for the asymptotic analysis for the solution of the matrix Hirota equation on the complete space-time plane.

Nonlocal combined nonlinear Schrödinger–Gerdjikov–Ivanov model: Integrability, Riemann–Hilbert problem with simple and double poles, Cauchy problem with step-like initial data

In this paper, we propose three new types of the integrable nonlocal combined nonlinear Schrödinger–Gerdjikov–Ivanov (NLS-GI) models. By the Riemann–Hilbert approach, we discuss the Cauchy problem of the reverse-space-time nonlocal combined NLS-GI model with step-like initial data: u(z, 0) = o(1) for z → −∞ and u(z, 0) = A + o(1) for z → +∞, where A is an arbitrary positive constant. First of all, we give an integrable nonlocal combined NLS-GI model and its Lax pair. Then, we consider the analytical and asymptotic behaviors, symmetries, and scattering matrix of the Jost solutions. Finally, we discuss the Cauchy problem for the nonlocal combined NLS-GI model with step-like initial data.

Solitons moving on background waves of the focusing nonlinear Schrödinger equation with step-like initial condition

This work concerns the long-time asymptotic behaviors of the focusing nonlinear Schrödinger equation with step-like initial condition in present of discrete spectrum. The exact step initial-value problem with non-vanishing boundary on one side has been solved, while the step-like initial-value problem with solitons emerging remains open. We study this problem and explore the solitons moving on background waves of the focusing nonlinear Schrödinger equation by classifying all possible locations of discrete spectrum associated with the spectral functions. It is shown that there are five kinds of zones for the discrete spectrum in complex plane, which are called dumbing zone, trapping zone, trapping/waking zone, transmitting/waking zone and transmitting zone, respectively. By means of Deift–Zhou nonlinear steepest-descent method for Riemann–Hilbert problems, the long-time asymptotics of the solution along with the locations of the solitons for each case are formulated. Numerical simulations match very well with the theoretical analysis.

Uniqueness criteria for inverse scattering problem in terms of transmission matrix in boundary condition for a first order system of ordinary differential equations

The inverse scattering problem (ISP) involves the recovery of the matrix coefficient of a first-order system on the half-line from its scattering matrix. Specifically, when the matrix coefficient exhibits a triangular structure, the system possesses a Volterra-type integral transformation operator at infinity. This transformation operator facilitates the determination of the scattering matrix on the half-line through matrix Riemann-Hilbert factorization. Solving the ISP on the half-line entails reducing it to an ISP on the whole line for the considered system. This reduction involves extending the coefficients to the whole line by zero. The uniqueness criteria in terms of transmission matrix in boundary condition for the ISP is also established.

On the two nonzero boundary problems of the AB system with multiple poles

The Riemann–Hilbert method is used to study AB systems with two nonzero boundary conditions. In order to reconstruct the potentials, spectral analysis of Lax pair and the corresponding Riemann–Hilbert problem are discussed. For these two nonzero boundary problems, we consider the cases where the sectional analytic functions have double and triple poles, respectively. The derived scattering data has multiple zeros or pairs of multiple zeros, from which the relationship between the eigenfunctions at the corresponding poles can be obtained. By solving algebraic equations, we can derive the formulas of N-order solutions in different cases. As an application, we obtain different types of solitons and breathers in the reflectionless case and the dynamic analysis of these solutions is revealed.

On a Riemann-Hilbert problem for the reverse space-time nonlocal Hirota equation with step-like initial data

On a Riemann-Hilbert problem for the reverse space-time nonlocal Hirota equation with step-like initial data

The Riemann–Hilbert Approach to the Higher-Order Gerdjikov–Ivanov Equation on the Half Line

The Fokas method exhibits remarkable versatility in solving boundary value problems associated with both linear and nonlinear partial differential equations, particularly when conventional approaches encounter challenges in handling intricate boundary conditions. The existing literature often lacks the incorporation of unconventional boundary conditions, and this study addresses this issue by extending the application of the Fokas method to the higher-order Gerdjikov-Ivanov equation on the half line (−∞,0]. We have demonstrated the exclusive representation of the potential function u(z,t) in the higher-order Gerdjikov–Ivanov equation through the solution of a Riemann–Hilbert problem. The characteristic function is partitioned on the complex plane, and we obtain the jump matrix between each partition based on the positive and negative values of the partition as well as the spectral matrix determined by the initial data and boundary value data. The findings suggest that the spectral functions are not mutually independent; instead, they conform to a global relationship. The novel aspect of this study is the application of the Fokas method to a previously unexplored case, contributing to the theoretical and practical understanding of complex partial differential equations and filling a gap in the treatment of boundary conditions.

Riemann–Hilbert approach and multiple high-order pole solutions for the AB system

This article’s purpose is to investigate multiple high-order pole solutions for the AB system by the Riemann–Hilbert (RH) approach. We establish the RH problem through using spectral analysis to the Lax pair. Then the RH problem can be resolved and the soliton solution’s formula can be given by using the Laurent expansion method. Finally, we get special soliton solutions, including dark solitons, W-type dark solitons and multiple high-pole solutions. In addition, the W-type dark soliton solutions will occur when the spectral parameters are purely imaginary.

Riemann–Hilbert approach and soliton solutions for the Lakshmanan–Porsezian–Daniel equation with nonzero boundary conditions

We construct the Riemann–Hilbert problem of the Lakshmanan–Porsezian–Daniel equation with nonzero boundary conditions, and use the Laurent expansion and Taylor series expansion to obtain the exact formulas of the soliton solutions in the case of a higher-order pole and multiple higher-order poles. The dynamic behaviors of a simple pole, a second-order pole and a simple pole plus a second-order pole are demonstrated.

Multi-geometric discrete spectral problem with several pairs of zeros for Sasa–Satsuma equation

Sasa–Satsuma equation is proposed to model the propagation and interaction of the sub-picosecond or femtosecond pulses in a monomode optical fiber. Different from several integrable equations in the Ablowitz–Kaup–Newell–Segur system, the higher-order zeros of Riemann–Hilbert problem for the Sasa–Satsuma appear in quadruples. A new approach to study the multi-geometric discrete spectral problem with several pairs of zeros for the Sasa–Satsuma equation is proposed. Thus, the complete soliton solutions corresponding to the higher-order zeros with arbitrary geometric and algebraic multiplicities are derived. Moreover, the inelastic interactions between or among the solitons corresponding to the higher-order non-elementary zeros exhibit the shape-changing phenomena.

A Riemann–Hilbert approach to the existence results for the Benjamin–Ono equation on a half-line

The main problem addressed in this paper is to study the local existence in time of solutions to the non-homogeneous Neumann initial boundary value problem for the Benjamin–Ono equation on a half-line. In this result, we observe the influence of the boundary data on the behavior of solutions. In order to obtain the characterization of the solution it is essential to use the theory concerning the Riemann–Hilbert problem. We prove local existence in time of the solutions.

Solitons with varying amplitudes and/or varying velocities in a variable-coefficient mixed spectral generalized Sasa–Satsuma equation revealed through the Riemann–Hilbert method

The integrable Sasa–Satsuma (SS) equation, a higher-order Nonlinear Schrödinger (NLS)-type model, has important applications in the field of optics. In this study, we present a generalized SS equation with variable coefficients derived from a mixed spectral problem, abbreviated as vcmsgSSE, and construct its N-soliton solution using the Riemann–Hilbert (RH) method. First, we provide the Lax pair associated with the vcmsgSSE and perform a spectral analysis on it, which allows us to derive a solvable RH problem. Then, by solving this RH problem we construct an explicit expression for N-soliton solution of the vcmsgSSE. Finally, under a special reduction, we obtain the specific one-soliton solution and two-soliton solution of the vcmsgSSE, and use them to illustrate graphically the N-soliton solution with varying amplitude and/or varying velocity corresponds to the physical background of non-uniform medium assumed by the vcmsgSSE.

Optical solitons and their propagations in a time-varying coefficient modified nonlinear Schrödinger equation with non-zero boundary conditions via Riemann–Hilbert method

In this article, a time-varying coefficient modified nonlinear Schrödinger equation (tvcmNLSE) with non-zero boundary conditions (NZBCs) at infinity, phase term of which contains time-varying coefficients, is proposed to describe the nonlinear propagation behavior of optical pulses in non-uniform optical fibre. Meanwhile, the Riemann–Hilbert method (RHM) for the tvcmNLSE with NZBCs is presented for the first time. Specifically, a special transformation is constructed to convert the tvcmNLSE with NZBCs into the case with constant NZBCs, and the associated asymptotic spectral problem (ASP) is obtained. By introducing a suitable two-piece Riemann surface to map the original spectral parameter into a single-valued one, and analyzing the ASP, we construct the corresponding Jost solutions and spectral matrix, and sequentially analyze their analytical, symmetric, and asymptotic properties. Then, a generalized Riemann–Hilbert problem (RHP) is established that relates to the converted tvcmNLSE with constant NZBCs. Using the reconstruction formula, we further derive N-soliton solution with NZBCs in the absence of reflection potential, and analyze the dynamic characteristics of single and double solitons. Most notably, by modulating discrete spectral points (DSPs) and time-varying coefficients, we discover some previously unreported new waveforms, such as parabolic and periodic solitons with NZBCs. These waveforms have important implications in both theory and practice. In addition, the influences of different time-varying coefficients, NZBCs, and DSPs on soliton solutions are also discussed and analyzed. This study shows that the selection of time-varying coefficients, distribution of DSPs, and constraints from NZBCs all have significant impacts on the properties of soliton solutions.

Initial Boundary Value Problem for the Coupled Kundu Equations on the Half-Line

In this article, the coupled Kundu equations are analyzed using the Fokas unified method on the half-line. We resolve a Riemann–Hilbert (RH) problem in order to illustrate the representation of the potential function in the coupled Kundu equations. The jump matrix is obtained from the spectral matrix, which is determined according to the initial value data and the boundary value data. The findings indicate that these spectral functions exhibit interdependence rather than being mutually independent, and adhere to a global relation while being connected by a compatibility condition.

Multi-pole soliton of discrete integrable equations and modified Riemann-Hilbert approach: discrete Hirota equation

In this study, the Riemann-Hilbert approach was developed and applied to the discrete Hirota equation. We constructed a modified Riemann-Hilbert problem compatible with the discrete Hirota equation and derived a reconstruction formula for its solutions. Because the characteristic function contains a potential, we modify the Riemann-Hilbert approach to make the Riemann-Hilbert matrix have good asymptotic properties. We believe that the modified Riemann-Hilbert approach can also be applied to other discrete integrable models. By using the direct method of Laurent series, we obtained the expression of multi-pole solutions for the discrete Hirota equation and demonstrated the dynamic behavior of some solutions.

The Riemann Hilbert dressing method and wave breaking for two (2 + 1)-dimensional integrable equations

Abstract In this article, we present a method for generating (2 + 1)-dimensional integrable equations, resulting in the generalized Pavlov equation and dispersionless Kadomtsev–Petviashvili (dKP) equation, which can further be reduced to the standard Pavlov equation and dKP equation. Inspired by the inverse spectral transform presented in existing literature, we introduce the Riemann–Hilbert (RH) dressing method to construct the formal solutions of the Cauchy problems for the generalized Pavlov equation and dKP equation, providing a spectral representation of the solutions. Subsequently, we also extensively investigate the longtime behavior of solutions to these two equations in specific space regions. In particular, for the generalized dKP equation, we conduct a dedicated study on its implicit solutions expressed by arbitrary differential function through linearizing their RH problems. In the final section, we elaborate in detail on the analytic aspects of the wave breaking of a localized two-dimensional wave evolving according to the Hopf equation. With the assistance of a transformation, the longtime breaking of solutions to the generalized dKP equation can then be further characterized.

Soliton resolution for the modified short pulse equation with the weighted Sobolev initial data

In this paper, the Cauchy problem of the modified short pulse (mSP) equation with initial conditions in weighted Sobolev space is studied by using [Formula: see text]-steepest descent method. Based on the spectral analysis of Lax pair and the transformations of field variables and independent variables, a basic Riemann–Hilbert problem (RHP) is established, and the solution of Cauchy problem for the mSP equation is transformed into the corresponding RHP. The asymptotic expansion of the solution of mSP equation is derived in a fixed space-time cone [Formula: see text] According to this, the soliton resolution conjecture of the mSP equation is given, in which the leading term is characterized by an [Formula: see text]-soliton on the discrete spectrum, the second term comes from the soliton–radiation interactions on the continuum spectrum, and the error term [Formula: see text] is generated by the corresponding [Formula: see text]-problem.

The revised Riemann–Hilbert approach to the Kaup–Newell equation with a non-vanishing boundary condition: Simple poles and higher-order poles

With a non-vanishing boundary condition, we study the Kaup–Newell (KN) equation (or the derivative nonlinear Schrödinger equation) using the Riemann–Hilbert approach. Our study yields four types of Nth order solutions of the KN equation that corresponding to simple poles on or not on the ρ circle (ρ related to the non-vanishing boundary condition), and higher-order poles on or not on the ρ circle of the Riemann–Hilbert problem (RHP). We make revisions to the usual RHP by introducing an integral factor that ensures the RHP satisfies the normalization condition. This is important because the Jost solutions go to an integral factor rather than the unit matrix when the spectral parameter goes to infinity. To consider the cases of higher-order poles, we study the parallelization conditions between the Jost solutions without assuming that the potential has compact support, and present the generalizations of residue conditions of the RHP, which play crucial roles in solving the RHP with higher-order poles. We provide explicit closed-form formulae for four types of Nth order solutions, display the explicit first-order and double-pole solitons as examples and study their properties in more detail, including amplitude, width, and exciting collisions.

Riemann–Hilbert method to the Ablowitz–Ladik equation: Higher‐order cases

AbstractWe focus on the Ablowitz–Ladik equation on the zero background, specifically considering the scenario of pairs of multiple poles. Our first goal was to establish a mapping between the initial data and the scattering data, which allowed us to introduce a direct problem by analyzing the discrete spectrum associated with pairs of higher‐order zeros. Next, we constructed another mapping from the scattering data to a matrix Riemann–Hilbert (RH) problem equipped with several residue conditions set at pairs of multiple poles. By characterizing the inverse problem on the basis of this RH problem, we are able to derive higher‐order soliton solutions in the reflectionless case.