Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around constructing a contour plot for a partial differential equation (PDE) defined by a summation formula. Participants are exploring methods to visualize the solution using contour plots and vector fields, with references to specific plotting techniques and software.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
- Mathematical reasoning
- Experimental/applied
Main Points Raised
- One participant provides a summation formula for \(u(x,y)\) and seeks guidance on constructing a contour plot of this function.
- Another participant references a specific figure from a document as a model for the desired contour plot.
- Multiple participants share MATLAB code intended to generate the contour plot, but one notes that the code causes MATLAB to freeze.
- A participant attempts to use Maxima for plotting and shares their code and results for both 3D and contour plots.
- There are inquiries about plotting the vector field of the function, with one participant noting that \(u\) is not a vector-valued function, which complicates this request.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express uncertainty regarding the effectiveness of their plotting methods, particularly with MATLAB. There is no consensus on how to successfully plot the vector field, as the nature of the function \(u\) is debated.
Contextual Notes
Some participants' code attempts may depend on specific software capabilities and settings, which are not resolved in the discussion. The limitations of the function \(u\) being non-vector-valued are acknowledged but not fully explored.