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Euler Method

A basic first-order numerical procedure for solving ordinary differential equations with a given initial value.

Governing formula y_(n+1) = y_n + h f(t_n, y_n)
SI unit First-Order Numerical ODE Integration

In depth

Extrapolates the solution along local tangent slope f(t_n, y_n) over step size h. Simple to implement, but possesses low local accuracy O(h²) and poor numerical stability for stiff differential equations.

Examples in the real world

Basic introductory numerical simulations of falling bodies with air resistance.