The derivation of Ito formula and Stratonovich formula

In summary, the differential form of a stochastic variable can be expressed as $$dx=a(x)dt+b(x)dw(t)$$, with w(t) representing the Wiener process and satisfying ##(dw)^2=dt##. The derivation of this form for the function f(x) can be found in the book by Gardiner. By taking into account ##(dw)^2=dt## and only considering the first order of dt, the Ito formula can be obtained as $$df(x)=[f'(x)a(x)+(1/2)(b(x))^2]dt+f'(x)b(x)dw(t)$$. To derive the Stratonovich formula, the only step that needs to be changed is to use the
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The differential form of a stochastic variable can be expressed as $$dx=a(x)dt+b(x)dw(t)$$, here w(t) presents the Wiener process and satisfies ##(dw)^2=dt##.
For the function f(x), the derivation of its differential form in the book by Gardiner is
$$df(x)=f'(x)dx+(1/2)f''(x)dx^2=f'(x)[a(x)dt+b(x)dw(t)]+(1/2)f''(x)[a(x)dt+b(x)dw(t)]^2$$
taking into account ##(dw)^2=dt## and only take the first order of dt, we get the Ito formula
$$df(x)=[f'(x)a(x)+(1/2)(b(x))^2]dt+f'(x)b(x)dw(t)$$

Here is my questions:
1, In the above derivation, which step shows the Ito rule?
2, How to derive the "Stratonovich formula" by the same way? That's which step I should change when I use Stratonovich rule to get the differential form of the function f(x).

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1. What is the difference between Ito formula and Stratonovich formula?

The Ito formula and Stratonovich formula are two different methods for solving stochastic differential equations. The main difference between them is that the Ito formula is based on the Ito calculus, which uses the standard rules of calculus, while the Stratonovich formula is based on the Stratonovich calculus, which uses a different set of rules. This leads to slightly different results when solving the same differential equation.

2. How are the Ito formula and Stratonovich formula derived?

The Ito formula and Stratonovich formula are derived using different mathematical techniques. The Ito formula is derived using the Ito lemma, which is a generalization of the chain rule for stochastic processes. The Stratonovich formula is derived using the Stratonovich integral, which is a different type of integration that takes into account the non-deterministic nature of stochastic processes.

3. What are the applications of the Ito formula and Stratonovich formula?

The Ito formula and Stratonovich formula are widely used in the fields of finance and physics, where stochastic processes are commonly encountered. In finance, these formulas are used to model stock prices and other financial assets. In physics, they are used to model systems with random fluctuations, such as Brownian motion.

4. Can the Ito formula and Stratonovich formula be used interchangeably?

No, the Ito formula and Stratonovich formula cannot be used interchangeably. While they may give similar results in some cases, they are derived using different mathematical techniques and have different interpretations. It is important to use the correct formula for the specific problem at hand.

5. What is the significance of the Ito formula and Stratonovich formula in mathematics?

The Ito formula and Stratonovich formula are important tools in the field of stochastic calculus, which deals with stochastic processes and their integration. They allow for the analysis and prediction of systems with random fluctuations, which have numerous applications in various fields of science and engineering. These formulas also play a key role in the development of more advanced mathematical models and techniques.

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