How Do You Derive u=p/ρ₀c₀ and ρ=p/c₀² from 1D Wave Equations?

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The discussion revolves around deriving the equations u = p/ρ₀c₀ and ρ = p/c₀² from the 1D wave equations and related continuity and momentum equations. The focus is on the mathematical relationships and manipulations involved in these derivations.

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  • Technical explanation
  • Mathematical reasoning

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents the 1D wave equations and linearized continuity and momentum equations as a basis for deriving the target equations.
  • Another participant questions the notation in the momentum equation, suggesting a correction regarding the use of primes for derivatives.
  • A participant expresses uncertainty about how to derive the equation u = p/ρ₀c₀ and requests suggestions for the derivation process.
  • There is a mention of investigating the relationship between various derivatives, indicating a potential connection among the equations.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the derivation process, and multiple viewpoints regarding the notation and steps involved remain unresolved.

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There are indications of missing assumptions or steps in the derivation process, particularly regarding the manipulation of the wave equations and continuity equations. The notation used for derivatives may also affect clarity.

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Given
The 1D wave equations
[tex]p_{x}'' - (1/c_{0}^2)p_{t}'' = 0[/tex]
[tex]u_{x}'' - (1/c_{0}^2)u_{t}'' = 0[/tex]
[tex]ρ_{x}'' - (1/c_{0}^2)ρ_{t}'' = 0[/tex]

and linearised continuity and momentum equations
[tex]ρ_{t}' = -ρ_{0}u_{x}'[/tex], [tex]ρ_{0}u_{t}'=-p_{x}[/tex]

how may one derive the following two equations?

[tex]u=p/ρ_{0}c_{0}[/tex], [tex]ρ=p/c_{0}^2[/tex]

My notes jump from the first equation to the last two.

Thanks for any input.
 
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enc08 said:
[tex]ρ_{0}u_{t}'=-p_{x}[/tex]
That should read
[tex]ρ_{0}u_{t}'=-p'_{x}[/tex] yes?
I'll use the subscripts only, discarding the ', doubling the subscript for 2nd derivative.
Don't know whether this helps, but investigating uxt gives c02pxx = c02ρtt = ptt = ρxx.
 
Hi,

That's right, a single/double prime denotes a single/double derivative.

Could you suggest how to obtain [tex]u = p/\rho_{0}c_{0}[/tex]?

Thanks.
 

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