Laplace's Equation Boundary Problem

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The discussion focuses on solving Laplace's equation, specifically u_{xx} + u_{yy} = 0, under two sets of boundary conditions. The first set involves conditions on the interval 0 < x < 2 and 0 < y < 1, while the second set modifies the interval to 0 < x < 1. The participant successfully applies the method of separation of variables for the first problem but seeks clarification on utilizing the solution from the first problem to address the second, particularly through a theorem that allows for transformation of the variable x. The discussion emphasizes the importance of understanding boundary conditions and the application of mathematical principles in solving partial differential equations.

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Homework Statement



I have a two part question, the first part involves solving Laplace's equation

[tex] u_{xx} + u_{yy} = 0[/tex]

for the boundary conditions
[tex] u_x(0,y) = u_x(2,y) = 0[/tex]

[tex] u(x,0) = 0[/tex]

[tex] u(x,1) = \sin(\pi x)[/tex]
for
[tex]0 < x < 2, 0 < y < 1[/tex].

The second part now states a new boundary problem for the same equation, involving the square area defined on [tex]0 < x < 1, 0 < y < 1[/tex]. This time we have
[tex] u_x(0,y) = u(1,y) = 0[/tex]

[tex] u(x,0) = 0[/tex]

[tex] u(x,1) = 2\sin(\pi x)[/tex]
The question asks me to use the solution from the first boundary problem to solve this problem directly (using a theorem/principle).

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I have solved the first part using the standard method of separation of variables but I'm rather puzzled as to what this mystery theorem/principle is that can allow me to take my solution from the first problem and apply it directly to the second boundary problem :frown:
 
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Since the first problem has x between 0 and 2 and the second has x between 0 and 1, what would happen if you replaced the "x" in the first solution by "2x"?
 

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