Solution Techniques For Elementary Partial Differential Equations Second Edition

Solution Techniques for Elementary Partial Differential Equations

Incorporating a number of enhancements, Solution Techniques for Elementary Partial Differential Equations, Second Edition presents some of the most important and widely used methods for solving partial differential equations (PDEs). The techniques covered include separation of variables, method of characteristics, eigenfunction expansion, Fourier and Laplace transformations, Green’s functions, perturbation methods, and asymptotic analysis. New to the Second Edition New sections on Cauchy–Euler equations, Bessel functions, Legendre polynomials, and spherical harmonics A new chapter on complex variable methods and systems of PDEs Additional mathematical models based on PDEs Examples that show how the methods of separation of variables and eigenfunction expansion work for equations other than heat, wave, and Laplace Supplementary applications of Fourier transformations The application of the method of characteristics to more general hyperbolic equations Expanded tables of Fourier and Laplace transforms in the appendix Many more examples and nearly four times as many exercises This edition continues to provide a streamlined, direct approach to developing students’ competence in solving PDEs. It offers concise, easily understood explanations and worked examples that enable students to see the techniques in action. Available for qualifying instructors, the accompanying solutions manual includes full solutions to the exercises. Instructors can obtain a set of template questions for test/exam papers as well as computer-linked projector files directly from the author.

Solution Techniques for Elementary Partial Differential Equations

Solution Techniques for Elementary Partial Differential Equations

"In my opinion, this is quite simply the best book of its kind that I have seen thus far." —Professor Peter Schiavone, University of Alberta, from the Foreword to the Fourth Edition Praise for the previous editions An ideal tool for students taking a first course in PDEs, as well as for the lecturers who teach such courses." —Marian Aron, Plymouth University, UK "This is one of the best books on elementary PDEs this reviewer has read so far. Highly recommended." —CHOICE Solution Techniques for Elementary Partial Differential Equations, Fourth Edition remains a top choice for a standard, undergraduate-level course on partial differential equations (PDEs). It provides a streamlined, direct approach to developing students’ competence in solving PDEs, and offers concise, easily understood explanations and worked examples that enable students to see the techniques in action. New to the Fourth Edition Two additional sections A larger number and variety of worked examples and exercises A companion pdf file containing more detailed worked examples to supplement those in the book, which can be used in the classroom and as an aid to online teaching