What is going on here? (Heat equation w/ Neumann conditions)

In summary, the task is to solve the heat equation ut=uxx on the interval 0 < x < 1 with no-flux boundary conditions. The initial condition is u(x,0)=cos ∏x. The solution for u(x,t) is given by B0 + ƩBncos(n∏x/L)exp(-n2∏2σ2t/L2), where L=1 and σ=1. B0 is determined by (1/L)∫[0,L]u(x,0)dx and Bn by (2/L)∫[0,L]u(x,0)cos(n∏x/L)dx. The person attempting the solution is getting
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Homework Statement



Solve the heat equation

ut=uxx

on the interval 0 < x < 1 with no-flux boundary conditions. Use the initial condition

u(x,0)=cos ∏x​

Homework Equations



We eventually get u(x,t)= B0 + ƩBncos(n∏x/L)exp(-n22σ2t/L2)

where

L=1 and σ=1 in our case.

B0 is given by (1/L)∫[0,L]u(x,0)dx

and Bn by (2/L)∫[0,L]u(x,0)cos(n∏x/L)dx

The Attempt at a Solution




Well, I keep getting Bn = (2/L)∫[0,L]u(x,0)cos(n∏x)dx = 0 after using the trig identity cos(u)cos(v)=(1/2)(cos(u+v)+cos(u-v)).

What's happening here? I've checked my steps many times.
 
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Related to What is going on here? (Heat equation w/ Neumann conditions)

1. What is the heat equation and why is it important?

The heat equation is a mathematical equation that describes how heat spreads in a given environment. It is important because it helps us understand and predict the behavior of heat in various systems, such as in engineering and physics applications.

2. What are Neumann conditions in the heat equation?

Neumann conditions are boundary conditions that specify the rate of heat flow at the boundary of a system. This means that they determine how much heat enters or leaves the system at the boundary, and are essential in solving the heat equation in real-world scenarios.

3. How is the heat equation solved with Neumann conditions?

The heat equation with Neumann conditions can be solved using various numerical methods, such as the finite difference method or the finite element method. These methods involve discretizing the system into smaller parts and solving the equations for each part, eventually finding a solution for the entire system.

4. What are some real-world applications of the heat equation with Neumann conditions?

The heat equation with Neumann conditions has numerous applications, including predicting the temperature distribution in buildings, analyzing heat transfer in electronic devices, and understanding the behavior of heat in Earth's crust.

5. What are the limitations of the heat equation with Neumann conditions?

The heat equation with Neumann conditions is a simplified model and may not accurately describe all real-world scenarios. It assumes that the system is in a steady state and does not account for factors such as changes in external conditions or thermal conductivity. Additionally, it may not be applicable to systems with complex geometries or irregular boundaries.

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