Truncation error of the ADI method

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The truncation error of the general Alternating Direction Implicit (ADI) method is debated, with some suggesting it has second order accuracy in space but only first order in time at sample points. The Douglas ADI method is noted for its second order spatial truncation error, while temporal truncation may only achieve second order at midpoints between spatial sample points. This raises questions about the implications for multi-dimensional spatial solutions. It's important to consider that the temporal truncation error in specific applications of ADI might be first order. Overall, the discussion highlights the complexities in determining the order of truncation errors in the ADI method.
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Dear,

Can someone tell me with certainty if the truncation error of the general ADI method is of seconder order in time and space?
 
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If memory serves me right, I think the Douglas ADI has second order spatial truncation error, but only first order temporal error at the sample points. I see in my old thesis that the temporal truncation apparently only can be considered second order at the midpoints between spatial sample points, but I'm not sure what sense that makes for a spatial multi-dimensional solution.

I know this is not "certainty" as you ask for, but you may want to consider that the temporal truncation error in your application of ADI could be first order only.
 
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