Solving by finite difference method

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The discussion focuses on solving the potential within a quadrupole ion trap using the finite difference method, specifically with three hyperbolic electrodes. The user seeks guidance on how truncating the shape of the electrodes affects the governing equations for unshaped materials. There is a suggestion that if the electric field remains nearly uniform, a uniform field can be assumed as a boundary condition. Additionally, the user is uncertain about determining the node magnitudes on the truncated line. Clarification on these points is requested to aid in the computational modeling process.
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hi;
I have 3 hyperbolic electrodes ,one as a ring and 2 others as endcap
electrodes which have potential v and 0 respectively.(quadrupole ion trap)
I want to solve potential inside the trap by finite difference method.

I don't know how general equations for unshaped materials will change , If I truncate my shape .
I don't know how to determine the magnitude of nodes which are on truncated line or exactly before that?

please help me
thanks a lot
 
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Where do you truncate your shape?
If the field is not too far away from uniform, you can assume a uniform field (in direction of the border) as boundary condition.
 

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