Abel's Integral Equations

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In summary, the conversation discusses the possibility of finding a curve or function y(x) when given the area under the curve and the Abel integral equations. It is concluded that there is no unique solution for f(x) and that the first type Volterra equation does not work. The conversation also mentions a question about finding a curve for a specific area under the curve and provides an equation for this. However, the validity of this equation is questioned.
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If we know area under the curve, are we able to find the curve using Abel integral equations?
 
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Clearly not. Let a region be bounded by the lines [itex]x=0[/itex], [itex]x=1[/itex], [itex]y=0[/itex], and the graph of [itex]y=f(x)[/itex]. Let [itex]f(x)\geq 0[/itex] on [itex]\[0,1\][/itex], and let the area of the region be 1. There is no unique solution for [itex]f(x)[/itex], as each of the following work:

[tex]f_1(x)=1[/tex]

[tex]f_2(x)=2x[/tex]

[tex]f_3(x)=\frac{\pi}{2}\sin(\pi x)[/tex]
 
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Does first type Volterra equation work?
 
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Did you comprehend my answer to your first question at all?
 
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Question:"Find the curve (or the function) y(x) for which the area under the curve is equal
to [tex]\frac{1}{\pi }[/tex]th of the area formed by the rectangle whose one side is x and the other side is y(x)."

I think [tex] \int _a^xy(t)dt=\frac{1}{\pi }y(x).x [/tex]

give me the curve.
 
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ber70 said:
to [tex]\frac{1}{\pi }[/tex]th of the area formed by the rectangle whose one side is x and the other side is y(x)."

You're dealing with a rectangle that has only two sides, one of which is not necessarily a straight line segment? Seriously?
 

1. What are Abel's integral equations?

Abel's integral equations are integral equations that involve an unknown function within the limits of integration. They are named after the Norwegian mathematician Niels Henrik Abel, who first studied them in the 1820s.

2. What is the significance of Abel's integral equations?

Abel's integral equations have been widely used in various fields of science and engineering, including physics, biology, and economics. They have also been used to solve differential equations and to model real-world problems.

3. How are Abel's integral equations solved?

Abel's integral equations can be solved using various techniques, such as the method of successive approximations, the Laplace transform method, and the Fredholm alternative theorem. The exact method used depends on the specific form of the integral equation.

4. What are some applications of Abel's integral equations?

Some applications of Abel's integral equations include the modeling of chemical reactions, population dynamics, and heat transfer processes. They have also been used to study the behavior of fluids and to analyze the stability of systems.

5. Are there any limitations to using Abel's integral equations?

Like any mathematical model, Abel's integral equations have limitations and may not accurately represent all real-world systems. They also require certain assumptions to be made, and the results may vary depending on the specific assumptions used.

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