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Abstract
This paper presents a new mathematical framework for describing stellar pathways in the Galaxy based on the Kuznetsov tensor, a recently introduced geometric–physical construct for modeling systems with singularities and complex curvature evolution. Traditional models of stellar motion rely on Newtonian gravity, relativistic metrics, or N-body simulations, but they inadequately capture discontinuous curvature zones, anisotropic gravitational fluctuations, and topological transitions associated with dense stellar environments, galactic arms, and regions of dark-matter concentration. The proposed approach extends the classical description by introducing a tensor field Kij that characterizes local and global singularity structures influencing stellar trajectories. The model begins by defining a modified metric evolution equation, analogous to a generalized Ricci flow, but augmented with a singularity-driving term governed by the Kuznetsov tensor. This term quantifies curvature concentration, gravitational anisotropy, and nonlinear spatial distortions, enabling a more refined description of star–galaxy interactions. Furthermore, the tensor provides a natural mechanism for detecting “critical curvature corridors” — regions where stellar paths converge, bifurcate, or undergo long-term stabilization. Using this formulation, the paper constructs a full mathematical model of a “stellar pathway” as a trajectory evolving not only under classical gravitational forces but also under structural deformations encoded in Kij. The resulting system of differential equations allows the prediction of pathway branching, stability domains, and large-scale route reconfiguration. Unlike classical smooth models, the Kuznetsov tensor introduces entropy-like invariants that quantify the degree of geometric irregularity along the path. The framework can be applied to modeling spiral-arm evolution, exoplanet migration, interstellar transfer routes, and hypothetical engineered stellar navigation systems. In galactic-scale maps, the model identifies attractor surfaces and repulsive manifolds, offering a new interpretation of Milky Way dynamics. The paper concludes that the Kuznetsov tensor provides a mathematically consistent and physically insightful tool for constructing star-route models in singular, evolving gravitational geometries.
Keywords:
Introduction
Literature Review
Methodology
Formalization of the Gravitational Environment
Research and Discussion
Mathematical Model of Stellar Pathways
Numerical Experiments
Results and Interpretation
| Component | Radius (kpc) | Number of Particles | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Disk | 15 | 500,000 | Main stellar layer | |
| Halo | 200 | 300,000 | Dark matter | |
| Bar | | 3 | 50,000 | Central structure | |
| Gas | 15 | 100,000 | Influence on star formation | |
| Total Model | - | - |
| Region | Maximum Perturbation | Mean Deviation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inner Disk | 0.8 | 1.5 | 0.2 |
| Outer Disk | 0.4 | 0.9 | 0.15 |
| Bar | 1.2 | 2.1 | 0.3 |
| Halo | 0.05 | 0.1 | 0.02 |

| Trajectory Category | Number of Stars | Mean Deviation (pc) | Maximum Deviation (pc) | Share of Stable Trajectories |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stable | 600,000 | 5 | 12 | 60% |
| Branching | 250,000 | 15 | 40 | 25% |
| Unstable | 150,000 | 35 | 90 | 15% |

| ) | Average Stability (%) | Mean Deviation (pc) | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| (0.5, 0.5) | 55 | 10 | Low sensitivity |
| (1.0, 0.5) | 62 | 8 | Increased density influence |
| (0.5, 1.0) | 60 | 9 | Increased potential influence |
| (1.0, 1.0) | 68 | 6 | Optimal balance |
| (1.5, 1.0) | 70 | 5 | Strong stabilization |

| Time Interval (Myr) | Stable Trajectories (%) | Branching Trajectories (%) | Unstable Trajectories (%) | Mean Deviation (pc) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0–20 | 62 | 25 | 13 | 8 |
| 20–40 | 61 | 26 | 13 | 9 |
| 40–60 | 60 | 27 | 13 | 10 |
| 60–80 | 59 | 28 | 13 | 11 |
| 80–100 | 58 | 29 | 13 | 12 |

Conclusions
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