Numerical Approximation of Electrohydrodynamics Model: A Comparative Study of PINNs and FEM

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Auteurs principaux: Martinez, Mara, Rao, B. Veena S. N., Mallikarjunaiah, S. M.
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author Martinez, Mara
Rao, B. Veena S. N.
Mallikarjunaiah, S. M.
author_facet Martinez, Mara
Rao, B. Veena S. N.
Mallikarjunaiah, S. M.
contents The accurate representation of numerous physical, chemical, and biological processes relies heavily on differential equations (DEs), particularly nonlinear differential equations (NDEs). While understanding these complex systems necessitates obtaining solutions to their governing equations, the derivation of precise approximations for NDEs remains a formidable task in computational mathematics. Although established techniques such as the finite element method (FEM) have long been foundational, remarkable promise for approximating continuous functions with high efficacy has recently been demonstrated by advancements in physics-informed deep-learning feedforward neural networks. In this work, a novel application of PINNs is presented for the approximation of the challenging Electrohydrodynamic (EHD) problem. A specific $L^2$-type \textit{total loss function} is employed, notably without reliance on any prior knowledge of the exact solution. A comprehensive comparative study is conducted, juxtaposing the approximation capabilities of the proposed neural network with those of the conventional FEM. The PINN training regimen is composed of two critical steps: forward propagation for adjustments to gradient and curvature, and backpropagation for the refinement of hyperparameters. The critical challenge of identifying optimal neural network architectures and hyperparameter configurations for efficient optimization is meticulously investigated. Excellent performance is shown to be delivered by the neural network even with a limited training dataset. Simultaneously, it is demonstrated that the accuracy of the FEM can be substantially enhanced through the judicious selection of smaller mesh sizes.
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spellingShingle Numerical Approximation of Electrohydrodynamics Model: A Comparative Study of PINNs and FEM
Martinez, Mara
Rao, B. Veena S. N.
Mallikarjunaiah, S. M.
Numerical Analysis
The accurate representation of numerous physical, chemical, and biological processes relies heavily on differential equations (DEs), particularly nonlinear differential equations (NDEs). While understanding these complex systems necessitates obtaining solutions to their governing equations, the derivation of precise approximations for NDEs remains a formidable task in computational mathematics. Although established techniques such as the finite element method (FEM) have long been foundational, remarkable promise for approximating continuous functions with high efficacy has recently been demonstrated by advancements in physics-informed deep-learning feedforward neural networks. In this work, a novel application of PINNs is presented for the approximation of the challenging Electrohydrodynamic (EHD) problem. A specific $L^2$-type \textit{total loss function} is employed, notably without reliance on any prior knowledge of the exact solution. A comprehensive comparative study is conducted, juxtaposing the approximation capabilities of the proposed neural network with those of the conventional FEM. The PINN training regimen is composed of two critical steps: forward propagation for adjustments to gradient and curvature, and backpropagation for the refinement of hyperparameters. The critical challenge of identifying optimal neural network architectures and hyperparameter configurations for efficient optimization is meticulously investigated. Excellent performance is shown to be delivered by the neural network even with a limited training dataset. Simultaneously, it is demonstrated that the accuracy of the FEM can be substantially enhanced through the judicious selection of smaller mesh sizes.
title Numerical Approximation of Electrohydrodynamics Model: A Comparative Study of PINNs and FEM
topic Numerical Analysis
url https://arxiv.org/abs/2510.14310