What is the highest order differential equation used in physics?

Kurret · Nov 18, 2008

Im just curious, what is the highest order DE that has come up in physics, or other areas of applied mathematics? So far I have only encounter second orders in physics...

lurflurf · Nov 18, 2008

Very high order equations come up, but forth order are particularly common.

HallsofIvy · Nov 18, 2008

Differential Equations in elasticity, bending of elastic materials typically involves fourth order equations.

karaali · Apr 1, 2009

Using some mathematical manipulations and phsycal assumptions you can reach a sixth order differential equation governs the free vibration of a curved beam.

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