On the Systematic Generation of Infinite Families of Recurrence Sequences from a Closed-Form Template

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Title: On the Systematic Generation of Infinite Families of Recurrence Sequences from a Closed-Form Template
Authors: Cole, Donald
Publisher Information: Zenodo
Publication Year: 2025
Collection: Zenodo
Subject Terms: closed-form solution, recurrence sequences, linear homogeneous recurrence, infinite families, sequence generation, integer sequences, combinatorial structures, asymptotic behavior, sequence algebra
Description: This work presents a systematic investigation into the generative potential of the standard closed-form solution for linear homogeneous recurrence relations. By treating $b_n = A r_1^n + B r_2^n$ as a universal template rather than a mere solution formula, the paper formalizes the construction of infinite families of sequences. It rigorously proves that fixing characteristic roots and varying coefficients generates an infinite set of sequences sharing the same recurrence, while varying the roots themselves produces an uncountable collection of distinct recurrence families. The study further examines algebraic and asymptotic properties, integrality conditions, and the closure of these sequences under linear combinations, providing a framework for exploring the combinatorial, algebraic, and analytical landscape of recurrence sequences. This perspective highlights both the structural richness and the creative potential inherent in discrete sequence generation.
Document Type: report
Language: unknown
Relation: https://zenodo.org/records/17196459; oai:zenodo.org:17196459; https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17196459
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17196459
Availability: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.17196459
https://zenodo.org/records/17196459
Rights: Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International ; cc-by-4.0 ; https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode ; © 2025 Donald Cole. All rights reserved.
Accession Number: edsbas.70FEBBEF
Database: BASE
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