partial-differential-equations

Solving the heat equation on a finite rod with Robin conditions

taught

Carry out separation of variables on the heat equation with a mixed (radiating) boundary condition at one or both ends, and identify the resulting transcendental eigenvalue equation.

Taught in

The heat equation, Robin conditions
Partial Differential Equations

Requires

separation-of-variables-ansatz required
sturm-liouville-problem-formulation required

Required by

Choosing which series a boundary-condition pair calls for required

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