Some Mathematical Models for Wave Propagation

Abstract

This paper describes mathematical models related to wave propagation. The main goal is to motivate the reader towards the mathematical theory related to applications and research in this field. The starting point is very simple differential equations governing wave propagation problems. Different wave applications are described. More complicated and interesting wave models and wave phenomena follow. The presentation is done in a very descriptive form, thus avoiding technical details. Some current themes of research are discussed.