2.1 - Equilibrium Problems
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Practice Questions
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What is an equilibrium problem?
💡 Hint: Think about scenarios where things are stable or unchanging.
What is the Laplace equation?
💡 Hint: Recall that it applies in steady-state situations.
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What characterizes equilibrium problems?
💡 Hint: Think about stability over time.
True or False: The Laplace equation is an example of a parabolic PDE.
💡 Hint: Recall the classifications of PDEs.
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Consider a two-dimensional rectangular domain with fixed boundary conditions on all sides. If the Laplace equation governs the system, describe how the temperature distribution would be influenced by varying boundary conditions at each edge.
💡 Hint: Think of thermal equilibrium as a balance influenced by edge interactions.
Construct a physical model that illustrates the difference between equilibrium and propagation problems using the Laplace equation and the diffusion equation.
💡 Hint: Reflect on what happens when a system first receives energy versus when it's balanced.
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