Effect of repulsive interaction and initial velocity on collective motion process

Abstract

Self-propelled collective motion is a highly complex phenomenon, necessitating advanced practical and theoretical tools for comprehension. The significance of studying collective motion becomes apparent in its diverse applications. For instance, addressing evacuation challenges in scenarios with multiple agents can be achieved through an examination of collective motion. Research indicates that the transition of individuals (such as birds, fish, etc.) from a state of rest to equilibrium constitutes a phase transition. Our interest of the issue is to delve into the nature of this transitional phase and elucidate the parameters that shape it. Hence, the primary aim of this paper is to grasp the kinetic phase transition by examining how initial velocity and repulsive interactions impact the dynamics of the system. To gain insight into the complex behavior of multi-agent systems, we apply an extended version of the classical Vicsek model. This extension includes an additional interaction zone, the repulsive zone, where particles repel each other at close range to avoid collisions. Our study uses numerical simulations to explore the system's behavior under various conditions. The focus of this study is the impact of initial velocity on the collective movement of particles. The importance of this research lies in comprehending how velocity affects the overall movement. The conclusion we can draw from these results is that the initial velocity affects both the noise and the density. The novelty of the work is the transition phase, yet it lacks universal characteristics because the critical noise depends on the initial velocity system and the repulsion radius zone. Notably, the repulsion radius and particle density play pivotal roles in achieving a phase transition from one equilibrium state to another aligned equilibrium state.

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