Why is the last term on the RHS missing in my evaluated triple integral?

In summary, the conversation is about a problem with evaluating a triple integral for a deformable control volume equation. The speaker is confused about the last term on the right-hand side and asks for an explanation. They are also advised to use Leibniz' rule for differentiating an integral with variable limits correctly.
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David Fishber
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Hi,
I'm having a problem in evaluating a triple integral for a deformable control volume equation:
}{\mathrm{d}&space;t}\int_{0}^{H}\int_{\frac{-W}{2}}^{\frac{W}{2}}\int_{0}^{L}\rho&space;vdxdydz.gif


where v is defined as:
y}{W})^{2}&space;\right&space;]\frac{z}{H}\left&space;(&space;2-\frac{z}{H}&space;\right&space;).gif


When I evaluate the triple integral in Maple and by hand I get:
gif.gif


The correct answer is:
gif.gif


Can someone please explain where the last term on the RHS comes from??

Thanks in advance,
David
 
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If you make the integration, you end up with:
[tex]\frac{d}{dt}(\rho{WH}L\frac{dL}{dt})[/tex]
Thus, you have done this incorrectly (and given incorrect information to Maple).

This is where your flaw is to be found:
Remember that L=L(t), meaning you need to use Leibniz' rule for differentiating an integral with variable limits correctly.
 
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What is a triple integral?

A triple integral is a mathematical concept used to calculate the volume of a three-dimensional object. It involves integrating a function over a three-dimensional region.

How do you set up a triple integral?

To set up a triple integral, you first need to identify the limits of integration for each variable. This can be done by drawing a graph of the region or using given equations. Then, you need to determine the order of integration, which is the order in which the variables are integrated. Finally, you need to write out the integrand, which is the function being integrated.

What is the purpose of evaluating a triple integral?

The purpose of evaluating a triple integral is to find the volume of a three-dimensional object or the value of a three-dimensional quantity. It is a useful tool in many fields, such as physics, engineering, and economics, where three-dimensional quantities are often encountered.

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What are some tips for avoiding errors when evaluating triple integrals?

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