Nonhomogeneous second order nonlinear differential equations

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the challenges of solving a nonhomogeneous second order nonlinear differential equation of the form y'' + y' f(y) + g(y) = h(x). Participants explore potential methods and considerations for finding solutions, focusing on both analytical and numerical techniques.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks suggestions for solving the equation, indicating its relevance to their research.
  • Another participant points to a resource but notes that the original poster's equation involves non-constant coefficients, which complicates the solution process.
  • A further response emphasizes the generality of the equation and suggests that the solution's existence and method depend heavily on the specific forms of f(y), g(y), and h(x).
  • One participant argues that referring to the equation as "nonhomogeneous" is misleading in the context of nonlinear equations, suggesting that explicit integration is generally not feasible and that qualitative or numerical analysis may be more appropriate.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the nature of the equation and the terminology used, with some agreeing on the complexity of finding solutions while others challenge the classification of the equation as nonhomogeneous.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the dependence of solution techniques on the specific forms of the functions involved, as well as the potential for ambiguity in terminology regarding nonhomogeneous versus nonlinear equations.

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Hello every one,
I have an equation related to my research. I wonder if anyone has any suggestion about solving it?
y''+y' f(y)+g(y)=h(x)

thanks
 
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Elmira1 said:
I have an equation related to my research. I wonder if anyone has any suggestion about solving it?

you may look up
http://www.math.psu.edu/tseng/class/Math251/Notes-2nd%20order%20ODE%20pt2.pdf
 
drvrm said:
you may look up
http://www.math.psu.edu/tseng/class/Math251/Notes-2nd%20order%20ODE%20pt2.pdf

Thank you but my case is with non constant coefficient!
 
Elmira1 said:
Hello every one,
I have an equation related to my research. I wonder if anyone has any suggestion about solving it?
y''+y' f(y)+g(y)=h(x)

thanks

Can you give us more details about your equation. What you have written is a very general 2nd order nonlinear equation. The solution (if one exists) strongly depends on the form of f(y), g(y), and h(x). There are numerous analytical and numerical techniques that can help you find an exact or approximate solution. However, some techniques will work better than others, and the choice of which techniques to try strongly depends of f, g, and h.

Also is your equation really the nonlinear equation [itex]y'' + y' f\left(y\right) + g\left(y\right) = h\left(x\right)[/itex] where f and g both depend on y, or is it a linear equation of the form [itex]y'' + y' f\left(x\right) + g\left(x\right) = h\left(x\right)[/itex] where f and g depend on x?
 
Elmira1 said:
have an equation related to my research. I wonder if anyone has any suggestion about solving it?
y''+y' f(y)+g(y)=h(x)

there is no sense to speak "nonhomogeneous" about a nonlinear equation. Generally, such a type equation is not integrated explicitly. So it remains qualitative analysis or numerical analysis depending on what exactly you need from this equation
 

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