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Multiplicity of Solutions on a Nonlinear Eigenvalue Problem for p(x)-Laplacian-like Operators

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The paper study the existence and multiplicity of solutions for the nonlinear eigenvalue problems for p(x)-Laplacian-like operators, originated from a capillary phenomena. Especially, an existence criterion for infinite many pairs of solutions for the problem is obtained.

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Rodrigues, M.M. Multiplicity of Solutions on a Nonlinear Eigenvalue Problem for p(x)-Laplacian-like Operators. Mediterr. J. Math. 9, 211–223 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00009-011-0115-y

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