How Do You Normalize a Dirac Delta Function with a Double Potential?

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In summary, the conversation discusses the normalization of a Dirac-delta function with a potential V(x) and the writing of a normalizable solution to the time-independent Schrodinger equation in three regions. Effort is required and the solution is described as having a cosh shape in the middle and exponential shape on either side with a discontinuity in the slope at each delta.
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Dirac-delta function HELP!

so how would you normalize a dirac function with a potential V(x)=-αδ(x+a)-αδ(x-a)
well...write a normalizable solution to time ind. schrodinger eq. in the three regions?
PLEASE HELP ASAP!
 
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kt7888 said:
so how would you normalize a dirac function with a potential V(x)=-αδ(x+a)-αδ(x-a)
well...write a normalizable solution to time ind. schrodinger eq. in the three regions?
PLEASE HELP ASAP!
The WF will be cosh in the middle, and exponential on either side.
The slope will have a discontinuity of -alpha at each delta.
Take it from there.
 

1. What is the Dirac-delta function?

The Dirac-delta function, also known as the Dirac delta distribution, is a mathematical function that is defined as zero everywhere except at the origin, where it is infinite. It is used in mathematical and scientific fields to represent a point mass or impulse in a system.

2. What is the purpose of the Dirac-delta function?

The Dirac-delta function is used to model and analyze systems that involve sudden, instantaneous changes or impulses. It is also used to represent point sources in fields such as electromagnetism and quantum mechanics.

3. How is the Dirac-delta function defined?

The Dirac-delta function is defined as a limit of a sequence of functions that become increasingly narrow and tall, with the area under the curve equal to one. In other words, it is a mathematical construct that approximates a point mass or impulse at the origin.

4. What are the properties of the Dirac-delta function?

Some key properties of the Dirac-delta function include: it is even, i.e. δ(-x) = δ(x); it is infinitely tall at the origin, i.e. δ(x) = ∞ at x = 0; it is zero everywhere else, i.e. δ(x) = 0 for x ≠ 0; and it integrates to one, i.e. ∫δ(x)dx = 1.

5. How is the Dirac-delta function used in practical applications?

The Dirac-delta function is used in a variety of fields, including physics, engineering, and signal processing. It is commonly used to represent point sources such as particles or point charges, and to analyze systems that involve impulses or sudden changes. It is also used in the Fourier transform to represent periodic signals and in the Laplace transform to solve differential equations with initial conditions.

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