Solved: Consider the wave equation a2uxx = utt in an infinite one-dimensional medium

Chapter 10, Problem 17

(choose chapter or problem)

Consider the wave equation a2uxx = utt in an infinite one-dimensional medium subject to the initial conditions u( x, 0) = 0, ut ( x, 0) = g( x), < x < . a. Using the form of the solution obtained in 13, show that ( x) + ( x) = 0, a _( x) + a _( x) = g( x). b. Use the first equation of part a to show that _( x) = _( x). Then use the second equation to show that 2a_( x) = g( x) and therefore that ( x) = 1 2a _ x x0 g()d + ( x0), where x0 is arbitrary. Finally, determine ( x). c. Show that u( x, t) = 1 2a _ x+at xat g()d.

Unfortunately, we don't have that question answered yet. But you can get it answered in just 5 hours by Logging in or Becoming a subscriber.

Becoming a subscriber
Or look for another answer

×

Login

Login or Sign up for access to all of our study tools and educational content!

Forgot password?
Register Now

×

Register

Sign up for access to all content on our site!

Or login if you already have an account

×

Reset password

If you have an active account we’ll send you an e-mail for password recovery

Or login if you have your password back