Semi-analytical Solution of One-dimension Advection Diffusion Equation Coupled with Linear Partial Differential Equation with Constant Coefficient

This paper presents a semi-analytical solution for one-dimensional advection-diffusion equation coupled with a linear partial differential equation with constant coefficients. The mathematical model describes a grain-fumigant-air system during fumigation processes, where fumigant gas transports through a storage silo. The coupled system considers both diffusion and advection mechanisms with constant velocity and diffusivity parameters. The solution methodology employs the Laplace transformation technique to convert the partial differential equations into ordinary differential equations in the Laplace domain. The Stehfest numerical algorithm is subsequently applied to invert the Laplace transforms and obtain the time-domain solution. Numerical computations are performed using MATLAB software to simulate the fumigant concentration distributions. Graphical results illustrate the fumigant gas concentration in air versus vertical height within the silo for different time intervals. Additional plots demonstrate the fumigant concentration absorbed by grain particles over time. The analysis examines effects of varying initial gas concentration and flow velocity on the transport process. Results indicate that higher initial concentrations and increased velocities accelerate the fumigation process, requiring less time to fill the silo completely. The proposed solution provides a mathematical framework for optimizing fumigation parameters in agricultural storage applications.