On uniqueness and continuability of the Emden–Fowler equation

Abstract

AbstractThe Emden-Fowler equation x″(t) + a(t)|x|γ sgn x = 0, t ≧ 0, is said to be in the sublinear or superlinear case according to whether γ < 1 or γ > 1. Conditions on a(t) are given to ensure local uniqueness of solutions in the sublinear case and continuability of solutions in the superlinear case. Boundedness of solutions is also studied.