Initial Value Problem

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Initial Value Problem

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A dynamical problem whose solution determines the state of a system at all times subsequent to a given time at which the state of the system is specified by given initial conditions. Also called transient problem. See boundary value problem. </dd>
The initial-value problem is contrasted with the steady-state problem, in which the state of the system remains unchanged in time. </dd>

References

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