Math Problem Statement

solve by convolution theorem

Solution

To solve the given problem using the convolution theorem, let's break it down step by step.

Problem Statement:

You are given a function f(t)f(t) defined by the integral: f(t)=0teτsin(a(tτ))dτf(t) = \int_0^t e^{\tau} \sin(a(t-\tau)) \, d\tau and you need to find the Laplace transform F(s)F(s) using the convolution theorem.

Convolution Theorem:

The convolution theorem states that if f(t)=g(t)h(t)f(t) = g(t) * h(t), where * denotes convolution, then the Laplace transform of f(t)f(t) is given by: F(s)=G(s)H(s)F(s) = G(s) \cdot H(s) where G(s)G(s) and H(s)H(s) are the Laplace transforms of g(t)g(t) and h(t)h(t), respectively.

Step 1: Identify the functions for convolution

The integrand in f(t)f(t) can be split into two parts: f(t)=0teτsin(a(tτ))dτf(t) = \int_0^t e^{\tau} \cdot \sin(a(t-\tau)) \, d\tau This can be interpreted as the convolution of the following two functions: g(τ)=eτ,h(tτ)=sin(a(tτ))g(\tau) = e^{\tau}, \quad h(t-\tau) = \sin(a(t-\tau))

Step 2: Find the Laplace transforms of g(t)g(t) and h(t)h(t)

  • The Laplace transform of g(t)=etg(t) = e^{t} is: G(s)=L{et}=1s1,for s>1G(s) = \mathcal{L}\{e^{t}\} = \frac{1}{s-1}, \quad \text{for } s > 1
  • The Laplace transform of h(t)=sin(at)h(t) = \sin(at) is: H(s)=L{sin(at)}=as2+a2,for s>0H(s) = \mathcal{L}\{\sin(at)\} = \frac{a}{s^2 + a^2}, \quad \text{for } s > 0

Step 3: Apply the Convolution Theorem

Using the convolution theorem: F(s)=G(s)H(s)=1s1as2+a2F(s) = G(s) \cdot H(s) = \frac{1}{s-1} \cdot \frac{a}{s^2 + a^2}

Step 4: Simplify the expression

To simplify, we can multiply these fractions: F(s)=a(s1)(s2+a2)F(s) = \frac{a}{(s-1)(s^2 + a^2)} However, this doesn't match the given solution F(s)=as(s2a2)2F(s) = \frac{as}{(s^2-a^2)^2}, which indicates that the problem might involve a more complex analysis or alternative method.

Observations:

The given solution F(s)=as(s2a2)2F(s) = \frac{as}{(s^2-a^2)^2} suggests a deeper relationship between the components g(t)g(t) and h(t)h(t), possibly involving a modified Laplace transform or an additional identity that relates the sine function and the exponential function differently.

If you'd like to delve into this further or discuss additional steps or different approaches, feel free to ask!

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Here are some related questions:

  1. How do you compute the Laplace transform of more complex integrals?
  2. What are the conditions for applying the convolution theorem?
  3. How does the convolution theorem help in solving differential equations?
  4. Can the convolution theorem be extended to functions with different limits?
  5. What are the applications of the convolution theorem in signal processing?

Tip: When working with convolution integrals, always double-check the Laplace transform pairs and the region of convergence to ensure accuracy.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Integral Calculus
Laplace Transform
Convolution

Formulas

Laplace transform formulas
Convolution theorem formula

Theorems

Convolution theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Advanced Undergraduate