Abstract
In this paper, a new initial value method for solving a class of nonlinear singularly perturbed boundary value problems with a boundary layer at one end is proposed. The method is designed for the practicing engineer or applied mathematician who needs a practical tool for these problems (easy to use, modest problem preparation and ready computer implementation). Using singular perturbation analysis the method is distinguished by the following fact: the original problem is replaced by a pair of first order initial value problems; namely, a reduced problem and a boundary layer correction problem. These initial value problems are solved using classical fourth order Runge-Kutta method. Numerical examples are given to illustrate the method. It is observed that the present method approximates the exact solution very well.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 927-938 |
Number of pages | 12 |
Journal | Applied Mathematics and Information Sciences |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - May 2013 |
Keywords
- Boundary layer
- Initial-value methods
- Singular perturbation problems
- Two-point boundary-value problems