The logistic map of matrices

The standard iterative logistic map is extended by replacing the scalar variable by a square matrix of variables. Dynamical properties of such an iterative map are explored in detail when the order of matrices is 2. It is shown that the evolution of the logistic map depends not only on the control parameter but also on the eigenvalues of the matrix of initial conditions. Several computational examples are used to demonstrate the convergence to periodic attractors and the sensitivity of chaotic processes to initials conditions.