Math Problem Statement

Find Fourier series for various functions and deduce summation formulas for specific cases.

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The questions presented focus on deriving Fourier series expansions for various functions and using them to deduce certain summations. Here's a breakdown:


Q1: Find the Fourier series to represent f(x)=x2f(x) = x^2 in the interval (0,π)(0, \pi) and deduce that:

π212=112+122+132+\frac{\pi^2}{12} = \frac{1}{1^2} + \frac{1}{2^2} + \frac{1}{3^2} + \cdots


Q2: Obtain the Fourier series expansion of f(x)=(πx2)2f(x) = \left( \frac{\pi - x}{2} \right)^2 in the interval 0x2π0 \leq x \leq 2\pi and deduce:

  1. π26=112+122+132+\frac{\pi^2}{6} = \frac{1}{1^2} + \frac{1}{2^2} + \frac{1}{3^2} + \cdots
  2. π212=112122+132142+\frac{\pi^2}{12} = \frac{1}{1^2} - \frac{1}{2^2} + \frac{1}{3^2} - \frac{1}{4^2} + \cdots

Q3: Find the Fourier series for f(x)f(x) where:

\begin{cases} -\pi & \text{if } -\pi < x < 0 \\ x & \text{if } 0 < x < \pi \end{cases}$$ State the value of $$f(x)$$ at $$x = 0$$ and deduce: $$\sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{1}{(2n-1)^2} = \frac{\pi^2}{8}$$ --- **Q4:** Find the Fourier series of the function $$f(x) = x$$ for $$-\pi \leq x \leq \pi$$. 1. Prove that: $$\frac{\pi^2}{6} = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{1}{n^2}$$ 2. Prove that: $$\frac{\pi^2}{12} = \sum_{n=1}^{\infty} \frac{(-1)^{n+1}}{n^2}$$ --- Would you like detailed solutions for these questions, or an explanation of any specific parts? Here are 5 related questions you might find helpful: 1. How is the Fourier series derived for a piecewise function? 2. What is Parseval's theorem, and how does it relate to deducing summations from Fourier series? 3. What are the conditions under which a Fourier series converges to a given function? 4. Can Fourier series be extended to periodic functions outside of the original interval? 5. How do we calculate Fourier coefficients for non-trivial functions like $$x^2$$? **Tip:** Always check the boundary conditions when deriving Fourier series for piecewise functions, as these conditions can affect the behavior of the series at discontinuities.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fourier Series
Summation of Series
Trigonometric Series
Piecewise Functions

Formulas

Fourier series expansion formula
Parseval's theorem
Trigonometric identities

Theorems

Parseval's theorem
Fourier Series Expansion Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Mathematics (Second or Third Year)