Exact solutions of a variable-coefficient KdV equation arising in a shallow water

Research output: Journal Publications and ReviewsRGC 21 - Publication in refereed journalpeer-review

6 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

This paper studies a variable-coefficient KdV (vcKdV) equation arising in a shallow water. For a practically acceptable water bottom, we find that it can be transformed into the cylindrical KdV equation. As a result, several exact bounded solutions are obtained. One of the solutions has the shape of a solitary wave with a shelf behind, which confirms approximate analytical and numerical results in the literature.© 1999 The Physical Society of Japan
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1854-1858
JournalJournal of the Physical Society of Japan
Volume68
Issue number6
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 15 Jun 1999

Research Keywords

  • Cylindrical KdV equation
  • Shallow-water waves
  • Variable-coefficient KdV equation

Fingerprint

Dive into the research topics of 'Exact solutions of a variable-coefficient KdV equation arising in a shallow water'. Together they form a unique fingerprint.

Cite this