How do I solve this Nonlinear First Order Differential Equation?

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The discussion centers on solving a Nonlinear First Order Differential Equation represented by the equation d/dt [ h^3(t) + 3h(t)^2 + 3h(t) ] = q(t), where h(t) is the output and q(t) is the input. The user seeks to find the transfer function but struggles with linearization techniques, specifically the Taylor Series expansion. Participants suggest integrating the equation as a potential solution approach, emphasizing the need for a clear understanding of nonlinear dynamics and transfer function derivation.

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Hello!

I am taking a self study diff e course, and I have run into a problem with no one to ask for help.
Here is the problem:

d/dt [ h^3(t) + 3h(t)^2 + 3h(t) ] = q(t)

h(t) is output.
q(t) is input.

is this Nonlinear First Order Differential Equation.
But I could not expand to Taylor Series for linearization... :/

I'm trying to find the transfer function.

Thanks!
 
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It should be basic Calculus that
\frac{d}{dx}(h^3+ 3h^2+ 3h)= q(t)
3h^2\frac{dh}{dt}+ 6h\frac{dh}{dt}+ 3\frac{dh}{dt}= (3h^2+ 6h+ 3)\frac{dh}{dt}= q(t)
Now what is the linearization of that?
 
pvgomes07 said:
Hello!

I am taking a self study diff e course, and I have run into a problem with no one to ask for help.
Here is the problem:

d/dt [ h^3(t) + 3h(t)^2 + 3h(t) ] = q(t)

h(t) is output.
q(t) is input.

is this Nonlinear First Order Differential Equation.
But I could not expand to Taylor Series for linearization... :/

I'm trying to find the transfer function.

Thanks!

Maybe this will help:

h3 + 3 h2 + 3h = (h +1)3 -1
 
Hi !
Why not imtegrate it first ?
 

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Hi !
Why not imtegrate it first ?

Yeah! Thank you very much!
:)
 

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