A new Method for solving singularly perturbed boundary value problems

Essam R. El-Zahar, Saber M.M. El-Kabeir

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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 languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)927-938
Number of pages12
JournalApplied Mathematics and Information Sciences
Volume7
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2013

Keywords

  • Boundary layer
  • Initial-value methods
  • Singular perturbation problems
  • Two-point boundary-value problems

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