Boundary-value Problem

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Boundary-value Problem

A physical problem completely specified by a differential equation in an unknown, valid in a certain region of space, and certain information (boundary condition) about the unknown, given on the boundaries of that region. The information required to determine the solution depends completely and uniquely on the particular problem. See initial-value problem.

References

This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use