Laplace on a plate with corners excluded

In summary, the conversation discusses a problem involving a square plate with one side at 100 degrees and the other sides at 0 degrees. The solution involves using the equation \(T(x,y)=\varphi(x)\psi(y)\) and finding the values for \(\varphi\) and \(\psi\) using the conditions given. The solution is correct and to find the approximate temperature near the corners, you can evaluate the temperature at \((100,100)\) and \((100,0)\). The Gibbs phenomenon is also mentioned, which is a result of the Fourier series not converging at the endpoints of the interval and results in some distortion of the temperature near the corners.
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We have a square plate with length \(100\). Three side are \(0\) degrees and one side is kept at \(100^{\circ}\). I left \(T(100, y) = 100\) and the other than were zero. Small areas near the two corners must be consider excluded. So I took this as the corners at \((100,100)\) and \((100,0)\). However, I don't know what or how I am supposed to use this information. I solved the problem normally--maybe this is not how to do it with the corner stipulation or it could be correct.

So the highlights of the solution are:

\(T(x,y)=\varphi(x)\psi(y)\) so \(\frac{\varphi''}{\varphi} = -\frac{\psi''}{\psi} = \lambda^2\).
\begin{align}
\varphi(x) &\sim \{\cosh(\lambda x), \sinh(\lambda x)\}\\
\psi(y) &\sim \{\cos(\lambda y), \sin(\lambda)\}
\end{align}
Then \(\lambda = \frac{\pi n}{100}\) and
\[
T(x,y) = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty}A_n\sin\left(\frac{\pi n}{100}y\right)\sinh\left(\frac{\pi n}{100}x\right).
\]
Using the last condition, we have
\[
A_n = \begin{cases}
0, & \text{if \(n\) is even}\\
\frac{400}{\pi n\sinh(\pi n)}, & \text{if \(n\) is odd}
\end{cases}
\]
so
\[
T(x,y) = \frac{400}{\pi}\sum_{n=1}^{\infty}\frac{1}{(2n-1)\pi\sinh[(2n-1)\pi]}\sin\left(\frac{\pi (2n-1)}{100}y\right)\sinh\left(\frac{\pi (2n-1)}{100}x\right).
\]
Since we are exlcuding the corners, does this work or is there a tweak I needed to execute some where prior?
If the above is correct, would calculation the approximate value near the corners simply be evaluating at \((100,100)\) and \((100,0)\)?

Or do we discuss the Gibbs phenomena? That is usually a 9% distortion at the corners.
 
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Yes, the solution above is correct. To calculate the approximate value near the corners, you can simply evaluate the temperature at \((100,100)\) and \((100,0)\). This will give you the approximate temperature near the corners.The Gibbs phenomenon is related to the Fourier series and is a result of the fact that the Fourier series does not converge at the endpoints of the interval. This means that the temperature will not be exact at the corners, resulting in some distortion.
 

FAQ: Laplace on a plate with corners excluded

What is Laplace on a plate with corners excluded?

Laplace on a plate with corners excluded refers to the mathematical concept of solving the Laplace equation on a two-dimensional plate with its corners removed. The Laplace equation is a partial differential equation that describes the steady-state distribution of a scalar quantity, such as temperature or electric potential, on a given domain.

Why are corners excluded in this scenario?

Corners are excluded in Laplace on a plate with corners excluded because they introduce singularities in the solution. Singularities represent points where the solution is not well-defined and can lead to inaccuracies in the overall solution. By excluding corners, we can achieve a smoother and more accurate solution.

What is the importance of studying Laplace on a plate with corners excluded?

Studying Laplace on a plate with corners excluded allows us to understand the behavior and properties of solutions to the Laplace equation in more complex domains. This can have applications in various fields, such as physics, engineering, and mathematics, where the Laplace equation plays a crucial role in modeling physical phenomena.

How is Laplace on a plate with corners excluded solved?

Laplace on a plate with corners excluded is typically solved using various mathematical techniques, such as separation of variables, conformal mapping, and complex analysis. These methods allow us to transform the problem into a simpler form, which can then be solved using known solutions or numerical methods.

Can Laplace on a plate with corners excluded be applied to real-world problems?

Yes, Laplace on a plate with corners excluded can be applied to real-world problems, especially in the field of engineering. For example, it can be used to model the electric potential distribution on a circuit board with rounded corners or the temperature distribution on a heated plate with rounded edges. However, it is important to note that the solution may not be entirely accurate due to the exclusion of corners.

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