Undergrad Second Order ODE with Exponential Coefficients

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The discussion focuses on solving a second-order ordinary differential equation (ODE) with exponential coefficients. The equation presented is p''(x) - D(e^{\gamma x}/(A - Ae^{\gamma x}))p'(x) - Fp(x) = 0, where D is a purely imaginary number and γ, A, and F are nonzero real numbers. A transformation is suggested by setting t = e^{\gamma x}, leading to a new form of the ODE that appears suitable for Frobenius' method. Participants are encouraged to explore this method for a potential solution. The conversation emphasizes the mathematical techniques applicable to this specific type of ODE.
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Hi all,
I have another second order ODE that I need help with simplifying/solving:
##p''(x) - D\frac{e^{\gamma x}}{A-Ae^{\gamma x}}p'(x) - Fp(x) = 0##
where ##\gamma,A,F## can all be assumed to be nonzero real numbers and ##D## is a purely nonzero imaginary number.
Any help would be appreciated!
 
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Set t = e^{\gamma x}. Then <br /> \gamma^2(1-t)t^2 \frac{d^2p}{dt^2} + \left(\gamma^2(1-t)t - \frac{\gamma D}{A} t^2\right) \frac{dp}{dt} - F(1-t)p = 0. This looks like it should be solvable by Frobenius' method.
 

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