Momentum Tide [Alpha Extract]

A sophisticated momentum-based trend identification system that measures normalized price deviation from an EMA baseline using ATR scaling and hyperbolic tangent smoothing for precise trend state classification. Utilizing advanced signal processing with configurable neutral bands and slope sensitivity adjustments, this indicator delivers institutional-grade momentum analysis with continuous strength measurement and visual trend confirmation. The system's three-state classification (bullish, bearish, neutral) combined with dynamic color intensity scaling provides comprehensive market momentum assessment across varying volatility conditions.

🔶 Advanced Baseline Deviation Framework
Implements EMA-based baseline calculation with ATR-normalized deviation measurement to create volatility-adjusted momentum signals. The system calculates raw price deviation from the baseline, scales by ATR and slope sensitivity factor, then applies exponential smoothing for stable signal generation with reduced noise and false transitions.

// Core Momentum Calculation
Baseline = ta.ema(close, Baseline_Length)
ATR_Value = ta.atr(ATR_Length)
Raw_Deviation = (close - Baseline) / (ATR_Value * Slope_Scaler)
Signal = ta.ema(Raw_Deviation, Signal_Smoothing)

🔶 Hyperbolic Tangent Normalization Engine

Features sophisticated tanh transformation that clamps raw deviation signals into normalized -1 to +1 range for consistent interpretation across all market conditions. The system applies safe exponential calculations with value capping to prevent overflow while maintaining signal sensitivity, creating bounded momentum readings suitable for systematic threshold analysis.

// Tanh Normalization
Clamped_Signal = tanh(Signal)  // Bounded to [-1, +1]
Strength = abs(Clamped_Signal)  // Momentum intensity [0, 1]

🔶 Three-State Classification System
Implements intelligent trend state determination using configurable neutral band thresholds to reduce whipsaw signals during ranging conditions. The system classifies market as bullish (+1) when momentum exceeds upper neutral band, bearish (-1) below lower neutral band, and neutral (0) within the band, providing clear directional bias with built-in consolidation recognition.

🔶 Dynamic Color Intensity Architecture

Provides advanced visual feedback through momentum strength-based color intensity modulation, where stronger trends display more opaque colors and weaker trends show increased transparency. The system dynamically adjusts color alpha values based on absolute momentum strength, creating intuitive visual representation of trend conviction across baseline, candles, and bars.

🔶 Trend Strength Meter Visualization

Features innovative horizontal gradient meter displaying real-time momentum position across bear-to-bull spectrum with 24-segment resolution. The system creates smooth color transitions from bearish red through neutral gray to bullish green, with arrow indicator showing precise momentum location for instant trend strength assessment without cluttering the price chart.

🔶 Intelligent Flip Detection System

Generates transition markers when trend state changes from neutral/bearish to bullish or neutral/bullish to bearish, with duplicate signal suppression to prevent marker clustering. The system tracks previous signal states and only plots new markers on genuine trend reversals, providing clean entry signal visualization for systematic trading approaches.
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🔶 Configurable Neutral Band Framework

Implements adjustable neutral zone width using ATR percentage parameters to optimize signal frequency for different trading styles and market conditions. Wider bands reduce flip frequency for position trading while tighter bands increase sensitivity for active trading strategies, enabling customization without code modification.

🔶 Slope Sensitivity Adjustment

Features slope scaler parameter that modulates ATR normalization factor, controlling signal smoothness versus responsiveness trade-off. Higher values create smoother momentum readings with fewer transitions while lower values increase snappiness for faster reaction to price changes, allowing optimization across different volatility regimes and timeframes.

🔶 Comprehensive Visual Integration

Provides multi-dimensional trend visualization through color-coded baseline overlay, momentum-synchronized candle coloring, and bar color modification with configurable display toggles. The system includes optional flip markers and strength meter with position control for complete chart integration without visual overload.

🔶 Performance Optimization Framework

Utilizes efficient calculation methods with optimized table management for strength meter updates and minimal computational overhead for real-time momentum processing. The system includes intelligent state tracking and safe mathematical operations to prevent errors during extreme market conditions while maintaining consistent performance.

🔶 Why Choose Momentum Tide [Alpha Extract]?

This indicator delivers sophisticated momentum-based trend analysis through normalized deviation measurement and intelligent three-state classification. Unlike traditional momentum oscillators that operate in separate windows, Momentum Tide integrates directly with price action through baseline overlay and candle coloring while providing the analytical depth of bounded momentum measurement. The system's combination of tanh normalization, configurable neutral bands, dynamic color intensity, and innovative strength meter makes it essential for traders seeking adaptive trend-following approaches with clear visual feedback across cryptocurrency, forex, and equity markets. The three-state system naturally filters ranging periods while the momentum strength measurement enables position sizing and confidence assessment for systematic trading strategies.