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The Use of Kruskal-Newton Diagrams for Differential Equations

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/960287· OSTI ID:960287

The method of Kruskal-Newton diagrams for the solution of differential equations with boundary layers is shown to provide rapid intuitive understanding of layer scaling and can result in the conceptual simplification of some problems. The method is illustrated using equations arising in the theory of pattern formation and in plasma physics.

Research Organization:
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL), Princeton, NJ (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE Office of Science (SC)
OSTI ID:
960287
Report Number(s):
PPPL-4289
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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