Nonhomogeneous BC Heat Conduction

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The discussion focuses on solving a heat conduction problem in a long cylinder with nonhomogeneous boundary conditions, where one half of the surface is at temperature T1 and the other half at T2. The governing equation presented is the Laplace equation, but there is confusion regarding the inclusion of the z term instead of the θ term in cylindrical coordinates. The user expresses uncertainty about formulating the problem correctly and seeks clarification on the appropriate Laplace equation that accounts for θ dependence while omitting z dependence. The conversation highlights common challenges faced when working with cylindrical coordinates in heat conduction problems. Understanding the correct formulation is essential for accurately solving the problem.
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Homework Statement


A very long cylinder has temperature T1 impressed on half of its peripheral surface and
temperature T2 impressed on the other half. Find T(r, θ).

Homework Equations


governing eq 1/r ∂/∂r(r∂/∂r)+∂2T/∂z2

The Attempt at a Solution


I am right at r=0 ;T=T1 at r=r' T=T2
to make BC homog define new term Q=T-T1

I am confused while define BCs
 

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If T is a function of r and θ, why do you have the z term in your Laplace equation. You should have the θ term, not the z term.
 
I am always confused with cylindrical coordinates. I know how to solve this but I couldn't formulate the problem as you sad I added z term.
 
obscure said:
I am always confused with cylindrical coordinates. I know how to solve this but I couldn't formulate the problem as you sad I added z term.
So what is the laplace equation when you include the theta dependence and omit the z dependence?
 

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