Math Problem Statement

Solve the integral

Solve the integral \( \int_{-\pi}^{\pi} \frac{\sin(n\varphi) \, d\varphi}{1 - 2a \sin(\varphi) + a^2}, \quad -1 < a < 1, \quad n = 0, 1, 2, \ldots \).

Solution

The integral presented is:

ππsin(nφ)dφ12asin(φ)+a2,1<a<1,n=0,1,2,\int_{-\pi}^{\pi} \frac{\sin(n\varphi) \, d\varphi}{1 - 2a \sin(\varphi) + a^2}, \quad -1 < a < 1, \quad n = 0, 1, 2, \ldots

Solution Strategy:

This integral can be approached using contour integration or by recognizing it as a standard integral related to Fourier series. The presence of sin(nφ)\sin(n\varphi) and the trigonometric expression in the denominator suggests that we might be dealing with a form of generating function for Chebyshev polynomials or a related function in complex analysis.

Steps to Solve the Integral:

  1. Convert the Denominator Using Complex Numbers: Write sin(φ)\sin(\varphi) in terms of complex exponentials using: sin(φ)=eiφeiφ2i\sin(\varphi) = \frac{e^{i\varphi} - e^{-i\varphi}}{2i} and then rewrite the integrand.

  2. Simplify the Expression: Substituting this into the denominator will allow for a simplification using complex analysis, potentially turning the integral into a contour integral around the unit circle in the complex plane.

  3. Use Residue Theorem (if applicable): Apply the residue theorem if the integrand is in a form that allows it, calculating the residues of the poles within the unit circle.

  4. Recognize Special Cases: For specific values of nn (like n=0n = 0), the integral may simplify significantly. For other nn, standard results from integrals of trigonometric functions over symmetric limits like π-\pi to π\pi can be useful.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Complex Analysis
Fourier Series

Formulas

sin(\varphi) = \frac{e^{i\varphi} - e^{-i\varphi}}{2i}
Fourier series expansions
Residue Theorem

Theorems

Residue Theorem
Generating Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Graduate Level