Math Problem Statement

Laplace inverse of 4/s^3

Solution

To find the inverse Laplace transform of 4s3\frac{4}{s^3}, we use the property:

L1(1sn+1)=tnn!,n0\mathcal{L}^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{s^{n+1}}\right) = \frac{t^n}{n!}, \quad n \geq 0

Here, 4s3\frac{4}{s^3} corresponds to n=2n = 2. Applying this:

L1(4s3)=4L1(1s3)=4t22!\mathcal{L}^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{s^3}\right) = 4 \cdot \mathcal{L}^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{s^3}\right) = 4 \cdot \frac{t^2}{2!}

Since 2!=22! = 2, we simplify:

L1(4s3)=4t22=2t2\mathcal{L}^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{s^3}\right) = 4 \cdot \frac{t^2}{2} = 2t^2

Final Answer:

L1(4s3)=2t2\mathcal{L}^{-1}\left(\frac{4}{s^3}\right) = 2t^2


Would you like more details or have any questions?
Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What is the Laplace transform of tnt^n?
  2. How does the factorial term n!n! appear in the inverse Laplace transform formula?
  3. What is the significance of the Laplace transform in solving differential equations?
  4. How would you find the Laplace inverse of 1sn\frac{1}{s^n} for any general nn?
  5. Can you extend this to finding the inverse Laplace transform of 4(s+2)3\frac{4}{(s+2)^3}?

Tip: When working with the Laplace transform, always check the standard table of transforms for quick reference to frequently encountered expressions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Laplace Transform
Inverse Laplace Transform
Factorials in Mathematics

Formulas

\(\mathcal{L}^{-1}\left(\frac{1}{s^{n+1}}\right) = \frac{t^n}{n!}\)

Theorems

Inverse Laplace Transform Formula

Suitable Grade Level

Undergraduate Mathematics or Advanced High School