Who can use MatLab/Mathematica/Maple to solve this?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around solving a modified differential equation using mathematical software such as MatLab, Mathematica, or Maple. The focus is on obtaining a solution for the purpose of simulating physical systems, rather than on the theoretical aspects of solving the equation itself.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related, Technical explanation, Experimental/applied

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents a modified differential equation and requests assistance in solving it using software.
  • Another participant shares a solution obtained from Maple, providing a specific expression for H(t).
  • A participant questions whether knowledge of solving such ordinary differential equations (ODEs) is a requirement for their class.
  • One participant explains their focus on programming for simulating physical systems and expresses a lack of knowledge in using the mathematical software, seeking help from others.
  • A later reply acknowledges the request for help and offers assistance.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not appear to reach a consensus on the necessity of knowing how to solve ODEs for the class, as one participant questions it while others focus on software solutions. Multiple views on the use of software versus theoretical knowledge remain present.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of familiarity with the mathematical software, and there is an implied dependence on the capabilities of these tools to solve the presented ODE.

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Hi all!
I have modified a bit the differential equation I posted before.
Now , it should be solvable...
Can anyone help solve the differential equation using the softwares?
 

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Maple gives:

[tex]H(t) = e^{-\frac{t}{Rk}}\left( d-R\frac{a+aR^2w^2k^2-bwRk}{1+w^2R^2k^2}\right)+R\frac{a+aR^2w^2k^2-bwRk\cos(wt)+b\sin(wt)}{1+w^2R^2k^2}[/tex]
 
Are you not required to know how to solve such ODEs for this class?
 
Actually I am working on a programming project to simulate some physical systems. And I happen need to know the solution of this ODE in order to compute the values to simulate the system. I would like to put the focus on the programming side rather than solving the ODE, that's why I would resort to those math softwares. What a shame that I've not got any knwoledege about using them. Luckily that you nice gentleman help me much! Thank you!
 

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