Extended information in one-dimensional maps (Q1819432)

An information theoretical structure of one-dimensional maps is investigated by regarding the maps as a ''channel'' rather than a ''source''. Computing various mutual information numerically for one-dimensional dynamical systems, we can observe directly the movement of information as to initial conditions. One feature of information theoretical structure emerged from this computation is such that initially localized information spreads over whole system as time passes. Two groups of maps which are contrasting with each other concerning this feature exhibit a striking difference in their transmission ability of information when coupled to form a linear chain.