MHB Solving for P02 using Integrating Factor?

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The discussion focuses on solving a differential equation using the integrating factor method. The user has derived an equation involving the derivatives of P02 and P01, leading to confusion about how to connect these results to a more complex expression for P02. Other participants suggest canceling terms in the equation and emphasize the need to differentiate before doing so. The original differential equation is provided, clarifying the context of the calculations. The conversation highlights the challenges of integrating factors and the importance of proper manipulation of equations in differential calculus.
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Hello,


I am solving an equation using integrating factor. I have come up to a specific point which is $$\dfrac{d}{dt} P_{02}(t) \cdot e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t}=\lambda_2 \cdot P_{01}(t) \cdot e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t}$$

from the previous equation, I have found $$P_{01}(t)=\lambda_1 \int_0^t e^{-(\lambda_1-\mu_1)s}\;e^{-(\lambda_2+\mu_2)(t-s)} ds $$

I have used both these facts to come to an answer which is a very lengthy term. However, the article I am reading also states that

$$P_{02}(t)=\lambda_1 \int_0^t e^{-\lambda_1 s}e^{-\mu_1 s} \int_0^{t-s}\lambda_2 e^{-\lambda_2 q} e^{-\mu_2 q} e^{-(\mu_3+\lambda_3)(t-s-q)}\;dq\;ds$$

I am getting confused about how do I use the first two equations to achieve the third one? I would appreciate any suggestions. Thank You.

 
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Re: Differential equation problem

can you post the question ?
 
Re: Differential equation problem

sorry.. i had some latex errors.. i hope you can see the question now.
 
Re: Differential equation problem

why you did not cancel the term e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t} from the first equation
and what is P_{01},P_{02} ?
 
Re: Differential equation problem

themurgesh said:
Hello,


I am solving an equation using integrating factor. I have come up to a specific point which is $$\dfrac{d}{dt} P_{02}(t) \cdot e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t}=\lambda_2 \cdot P_{01}(t) \cdot e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t}$$

from the previous equation, I have found $$P_{01}(t)=\lambda_1 \int_0^t e^{-(\lambda_1-\mu_1)s}\;e^{-(\lambda_2+\mu_2)(t-s)} ds $$

I have used both these facts to come to an answer which is a very lengthy term. However, the article I am reading also states that

$$P_{02}(t)=\lambda_1 \int_0^t e^{-\lambda_1 s}e^{-\mu_1 s} \int_0^{t-s}\lambda_2 e^{-\lambda_2 q} e^{-\mu_2 q} e^{-(\mu_3+\lambda_3)(t-s-q)}\;dq\;ds$$

I am getting confused about how do I use the first two equations to achieve the third one? I would appreciate any suggestions. Thank You.

Amer said:
why you did not cancel the term e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t} from the first equation
and what is P_{01},P_{02} ?

If the derivative operator is acting on that term, you'd have to differentiate before canceling.

To the OP'er: could you please post the original DE?
 
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Ackbach said:
If the derivative operator is acting on that term, you'd have to differentiate before canceling.

To the OP'er: could you please post the original DE?

Sorry. I should have posted the original DE before

$$P'_{02}(t)+(\lambda_3+\mu_3)P_{02}(t)=P_{01}(t) \lambda_2$$


and then I used integrating factor $$e^{\int_0^t (\lambda_3+\mu_3) dt}$$ and arrive at the equation

$$\dfrac{d}{dt} [P_{02}(t) \cdot e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t}]=\lambda_2 \cdot P_{01}(t) \cdot e^{(\lambda_3+\mu_3)t}$$
 

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