Three-dimensional wave polynomials

<p>We demonstrate a specific power series expansion technique to solve the three-dimensional homogeneous and inhomogeneous wave equations. As solving functions, so-called wave polynomials are used. The presented method is useful for a finite body of certain shape. Recurrent formulas to improve...

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Main Author: Maci&#261;g Artur
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2005-01-01
Series:Mathematical Problems in Engineering
Online Access:http://www.hindawi.net/access/get.aspx?journal=mpe&volume=2005&pii=S1024123X05404044
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Summary:<p>We demonstrate a specific power series expansion technique to solve the three-dimensional homogeneous and inhomogeneous wave equations. As solving functions, so-called wave polynomials are used. The presented method is useful for a finite body of certain shape. Recurrent formulas to improve efficiency are obtained for the wave polynomials and their derivatives in a Cartesian, spherical, and cylindrical coordinate system. Formulas for a particular solution of the inhomogeneous wave equation are derived. The accuracy of the method is discussed and some typical examples are shown.</p>
ISSN:1024-123X
1563-5147