Brownian Motion, Mean Square Value

In summary, The conversation discusses solving a differential equation involving mass, drag coefficient, and a random function. The first part of the solution is provided, but the remaining values for v(t), <v2>, and <x2> are requested. It is mentioned that these values can be found by integrating v(t)^2 and x(t)^2, but this is only possible if f(t) is known.
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Homework Statement


The equation is m*v'(t)+[tex]\mu[/tex]*v(t)=f(t), where m is mass, [tex]\mu[/tex] is the drag coefficient, and f(t) is some random function. I am asked to find the values for v(t), <v2>, and <x2>


Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


Okay the first part is an easy DE for which I got v(t) I got v(t)=Ce-[tex]\mu[/tex]t/m+(e-[tex]\mu[/tex]t/m)/m*[tex]\int[/tex]e[tex]\mu[/tex]t/mf(t)dt, where C is an arbitrary constant. I have no idea how to go about finding the other two answers. I am supposed to find them analytically but I am not sure how to go about this. Any help is greatly appreciated.
 
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The solution to the first part is correct, and the other two values can be found by using the equation for v(t). To find <v2>, you need to integrate v(t)^2 from t=0 to t=T, where T is the final time. To find <x2>, you need to integrate x(t)^2 from t=0 to t=T. If f(t) is not known, you can't solve this problem analytically.
 

FAQ: Brownian Motion, Mean Square Value

What is Brownian Motion?

Brownian Motion is the random movement of particles suspended in a fluid (such as water or air). This movement is caused by the constant collisions between the particles and the surrounding fluid molecules.

What is Mean Square Value?

Mean Square Value is a statistical measure used to determine the average squared distance of a particle's displacement over a period of time. In Brownian Motion, it is used to quantify the random movement of particles.

How is Brownian Motion related to the Kinetic Theory of Matter?

The Kinetic Theory of Matter states that all matter is made up of tiny particles in constant motion. Brownian Motion provides evidence for this theory by showing the random movement of particles in a fluid, which demonstrates the constant motion of particles at the molecular level.

What factors affect the magnitude of Brownian Motion?

The magnitude of Brownian Motion is affected by several factors such as temperature, size of particles, and viscosity of the fluid. Higher temperatures, smaller particles, and lower viscosity will result in greater Brownian Motion.

How is Brownian Motion relevant to different fields of science?

Brownian Motion has applications in various fields of science such as physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. It is used to study the behavior of particles in a fluid, diffusion processes, and to develop models for complex systems. It also has practical applications in fields such as drug delivery, materials science, and environmental studies.

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