The principle of superposition and its application in ground-water hydraulics
January 1, 1984
The principle of superposition, a powerful methematical technique for analyzing certain types of complex problems in many areas of science and technology, has important application in ground-water hydraulics and modeling of ground-water systems. The principle of superposition states that solutions to individual problems can be added together to obtain solutions to complex problems. This principle applies to linear systems governed by linear differential equations. This report introduces the principle of superposition as it applies to groundwater hydrology and provides background information, discussion, illustrative problems with solutions, and problems to be solved by the reader. (USGS)
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1984 |
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Title | The principle of superposition and its application in ground-water hydraulics |
DOI | 10.3133/ofr84459 |
Authors | T.E. Reilly, O. L. Franke, G.D. Bennett |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
Series Title | Open-File Report |
Series Number | 84-459 |
Index ID | ofr84459 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |