Differential equation and initial value

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The discussion revolves around a differential equation involving an initial value problem. Participants are exploring methods for solving the equation, particularly focusing on integration techniques and the use of integrating factors.

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  • Participants discuss dividing both sides of the equation by (x^5+1) and the resulting complexity of the integration. There are mentions of using integrating factors and substitution methods to simplify the integration process. Questions arise about the correctness of steps taken and the need for clarification on the integration process.

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There is ongoing exploration of various integration techniques and the application of integrating factors. Some participants provide guidance on the steps to take, while others seek confirmation of their approaches. The discussion reflects a collaborative effort to navigate the complexities of the problem.

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Participants note the challenge of integrating certain expressions and the potential for confusion regarding the signs in the equations. There is also mention of the constant of integration, indicating the need to consider it in the final steps.

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I tried dividing both sides by (x^5+1), however the integration becomes really complex... can someone give me suggestions on how to do this?
 
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-EquinoX- said:
I tried dividing both sides by (x^5+1), however the integration becomes really complex... can someone give me suggestions on how to do this?

put the -10x4y on the left side then divide by tr x5+1. Integrating factor it.
 
that's what I did and then I need to integrate -10x^4/(x^5+1) dx right and then then to get the integrating factor is just e to the power of whatever the result of the integration is... however the integration is quite hard...
 
-EquinoX- said:
that's what I did and then I need to integrate -10x^4/(x^5+1) dx right and then then to get the integrating factor is just e to the power of whatever the result of the integration is... however the integration is quite hard...

alright now, so


\int \frac{-10x^4}{x^5+1} dx

see how d/dx(x5+1)=5x4 ?

Can you use a substitution to make this integral easier?
 
rock.freak667 said:
alright now, so


\int \frac{-10x^4}{x^5+1} dx

see how d/dx(x5+1)=5x4 ?

Can you use a substitution to make this integral easier?

Okay say I solve the integral and then the integrating factor would be e to the power of this resulting integral right? so then what do I need to do next in order to solve for this problem?
 
-EquinoX- said:
Okay say I solve the integral and then the integrating factor would be e to the power of this resulting integral right? so then what do I need to do next in order to solve for this problem?


right so for y'+P(x)y=Q(x), when you multiply by an integrating factor 'u', the left side becomes d/dx(uy) . That's why we multiply by u in the first place.


So you'll need to basically integrate uQ(x) w.r.t. x
 
and then divide that by the integrating factor right?
 
-EquinoX- said:
and then divide that by the integrating factor right?

yes you can if you feel the need to.
 
what do you mean by if I need to? doesn't it always works like that?
 
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this now comes to:

\int \frac{x^2+5x-4}{x^5+1} e^{-2ln(x^5+1)} dx

I guess this can be simplified to:

\int \frac{x^2+5x-4}{(x^5+1)^3} dx

is this true?

how can I solve this such complex integration?
 
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anyone please?
 
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-EquinoX- said:
anyone please?

Re do your integrating factor as it was to integrate 10x4/(x5+1) not with the -ve sign.
 
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Integrating \frac{10x^4}{(x^5+1)} the result I got is 2ln(x^5+1) and so the integrating factor is e^{2ln(x^5+1)} which simplifies to (x^5+1)^2.

Then I do \int (x^2+5x-4)(x^5+1) and the result of this integration I divide by (x^5+1)^2 which is the integrating factor. Is this the correct step to find the solution?

Please correct me if I am wrong.
 
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-EquinoX- said:
Integrating \frac{10x^4}{(x^5+1)} the result I got is 2ln(x^5+1) and so the integrating factor is e^{2ln(x^5+1)} which simplifies to (x^5+1)^2.

Then I do \int (x^2+5x-4)(x^5+1) and the result of this integration I divide by (x^5+5)^2 which is the integrating factor. Is this the correct step to find the solution?

Please correct me if I am wrong.


yes just integrate and divide, also don't forget the constant of integration
 
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rock.freak667 said:
yes just integrate and divide, also don't forget the constant of integration

by the constant of integration you mean the C right? The terms after integration that I found is very long...
 

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