Partial Differential Equations

Acknowledgements

First, at this stage, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude and thank my PhD guide Prof. (Dr.) Nita H. Shah for her constant encouragement and support which I cannot describe in words. She has been an inspiration for me. I have witnessed her great multidisciplinary knowledge and enthusiasm. From her, I have learned to be dedicated, energetic, punctual, sharp, and patient.

I express heartfelt gratitude to my loving wife Dr. Urmila for her positive suggestions, and continuous motivation to improve the standard of this book. Her unconditional support has made my journey of writing this book a satisfactory success, which I will cherish forever in my life. I am also very thankful to my mother Purnaben and father Yogeshkumar ...