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PDEs and Fourier Transform Applications

The document presents a series of problems related to partial differential equations and their applications, specifically focusing on methods like separation of variables and solutions to Laplace's equation. Each question outlines specific conditions and scenarios, such as the behavior of a string, a rod's temperature over time, and boundary conditions for various equations. The problems are sourced from academic examinations, indicating their relevance in a mathematical or engineering curriculum.

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PDEs and Fourier Transform Applications

The document presents a series of problems related to partial differential equations and their applications, specifically focusing on methods like separation of variables and solutions to Laplace's equation. Each question outlines specific conditions and scenarios, such as the behavior of a string, a rod's temperature over time, and boundary conditions for various equations. The problems are sourced from academic examinations, indicating their relevance in a mathematical or engineering curriculum.

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Unit 2: Applications of Partial Differential Equations and Fourier Transform

Q1. Solve the following partial differential equation by the method of separation of variables:
!" !"
!#
− !$ + 2𝑢 = 0, 𝑢(𝑥, 0) = 10𝑒 %$ − 6𝑒 %&$ (AKTU 2022)

Q2. A tightly stretched string with fixed end points 𝑥 = 0 and 𝑥 = 𝑙 is initially in a position
)$
given by 𝑦 = 𝑦' sin( * . If it is released from rest from this position, find the displacement
𝑦(𝑥, 𝑡). (AKTU 2020)
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Q3. Determine the solution of Laplace equation !$ ! + !+ !
= 0, 0 < 𝑥 < 𝜋, 0 < 𝑦 < 𝜋, which
satisfies the conditions: 𝑢(0, 𝑦) = 𝑢(𝑙, 𝑦) = 𝑢(𝑥, 0) = 0 and 𝑢(𝑥, 𝑎) = 𝑓(𝑥). (AKTU 2022)

Q4. A rod of length l with insulated sides is initially at a uniform temperature u. Its ends are
suddenly cooled to 0' and are kept at that temperature. Prove that the temperature function
"#! $! %! &
,)$
𝑢(𝑥, 𝑡)is given by 𝑢(𝑥, 𝑡) = ∑∞- 𝑏, sin *
𝑒 '! . (AKTU 2020)

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Q5. Determine the solution of Laplace equation !$ ! + !+ !
= 0, 0 < 𝑥 < 𝑎, 0 < 𝑦 < 𝑏, which
,)$
satisfies the conditions: 𝑢(0, 𝑦) = 𝑢(𝑎, 𝑦) = 𝑢(𝑥, 0) = 0 and 𝑢(𝑥, 𝑎) = 𝑠𝑖𝑛 *
. (AKTU 2021)

!" !! "
Q6. Solve the equation !$ = !# !
, 𝑥 > 0, 𝑡 > 0 subject to the conditions (AKTU 2023)

(i) u =0 when x=0 t>0


1, 0 < 𝑥 < 1
(ii) u=@ when t= 0.
0, 𝑥 ≥ 1
(iii) u(x,t) is bounded.

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