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The global upper bound for the maximum number of limit cycles in planar quadratic vector fields is exactly seven (H(2)=7). Novelty: ClaimNovelty.NOVEL_FINDING. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

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Determine the global upper bound for the maximum number of limit cycles in planar quadratic vector fields to resolve the quadratic case of Hilbert's 16th problem.

August 23, 2026Open Access

A Multiscale Hilbert-Fourier Variety Approach to Hilbert's 16th Problem: Establishing the Upper Bound H(2)=7 for Quadratic Systems

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Determine the global upper bound for the maximum number of limit cycles in planar quadratic vector fields to resolve the quadratic case of Hilbert's 16th problem.
Mapped complete planar quadratic dynamics onto an infinite-dimensional algebraic variety in a Hilbert space.
Treated periodic orbits as global structural identities of Fourier-coefficient equations organized across a multiscale hierarchy.
Constructed an explicit quadratic vector field distributing limit cycles across local and global topological configurations.
Identified three structurally independent scales contributing 4 primary, 2 emergent, and 1 third-order isolated cycles before algebraic saturation.
Established a definitive global algebraic ceiling of H(2)=7 limit cycles for planar quadratic systems.
Demonstrated that the total capacity transcends the classical Bautin limit of 3 cycles for a single focus by integrating local bifurcations with global energy balance.

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Mathematical analysis demonstrates a maximum limit cycle bound of H(2)=7 in planar quadratic systems, resolving the second part of Hilbert's 16th problem for degree two.

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Manuel Hernández Rosales (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a8aad857677a34114445b8d https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22049681

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Mathematical analysis demonstrates a maximum limit cycle bound of H(2)=7 in planar quadratic systems, resolving the second part of Hilbert's 16th problem for degree two.

A Multiscale Hilbert-Fourier Variety Approach to Hilbert's 16th Problem: Establishing the Upper Bound H(2)=7 for Quadratic Systems

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A Multiscale Hilbert-Fourier Variety Approach to Hilbert's 16th Problem: Establishing the Upper Bound H(2)=7 for Quadratic Systems

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