Introduction to Bifurcation Theory

27.01.2020 09:00 - 09:20

Maria Vittoria Barbarossa (Universität Heidelberg)

In dynamical systems, a bifurcation occurs when a small smooth change in certain parameter values induces a qualitative (topological) change in the behaviour of the system.
In this lecture, I will give a short introduction to bifurcation theory, focussing on (local) bifurcations in continuous dynamical systems, with examples for saddle-node (fold), pitchfork and Hopf bifurcation.

Location:
HS 17, 2.OG, OMP 1