Geometry of norm attainability in Orlicz spaces

Abstract

This paper investigates norm attainability and modular properties in Orlicz spaces, which generalize Lp-spaces and are key in functional analysis and nonlinear problems. It presents theorems on norm attainment, orthogonality, weak compactness, and uniform convexity, and introduces a novel criterion connecting the convexity of the Orlicz function with the smoothness and reflexivity of the space. The research extends classical concepts such as the Δ2-condition to ensure completeness and separability. The results have practical applications in nonlinear optimization, variational analysis, machine learning, signal processing, image reconstruction, and solving PDEs with nonlinear boundary conditions, providing a strong foundation for future research in these areas.