Can Borel Resummation Solve Complex Series Summation?

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In summary, the conversation discusses using Borel resummation to obtain the sum of a divergent series, but it can only be applied if the coefficients are not too complicated and if the function in the integral converges. If the function grows faster than any positive exponential, then only numerical integration is possible and the integral will not converge.
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Borel "resummation"...

Let be a divergent series:

[tex] \sum _{n=0}^{\infty} a(n) [/tex] (1)

then if you "had" that [tex] f(x)= \sum _{n=0}^{\infty} \frac{a(n)}{n!}x^{n} [/tex]

You could obtain the "sum" of the series (1) as [tex] S= \int_{0}^{\infty}dte^{-t}f(t) [/tex] in case the integral converges...

- Yes that's "beatiful" the problem is ..what happens if the coefficients a(n) are complicate?..then how can you obtain the sum of the series?...

- By the way i think that Borel resummation can be applied if [tex] f(t)=O(e^{Mt}) [/tex] M>0, but what happens if f(t) grows faster than any positive exponential?.. :cry:
 
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If ##f(x)## is "complicated", then there will be only a numerical integration possible. And if ##f(x)## grows faster than exponential, then the integral likely does not converge.
 

1. What is Borel resummation?

Borel resummation is a mathematical technique used to sum up a divergent series. It involves taking the Borel transform of a divergent series and then inverting it to obtain a finite sum. This technique is commonly used in physics and engineering to obtain accurate solutions for problems involving divergent series.

2. How does Borel resummation work?

Borel resummation works by taking the Borel transform of a divergent series, which is a mathematical operation that converts the series into an integral. The integral is then evaluated, and the result is used to invert the Borel transform, resulting in a finite sum. This finite sum is the resummed value of the original divergent series.

3. When is Borel resummation used?

Borel resummation is used when dealing with divergent series, which are series that do not converge to a finite value. These types of series are common in physics and engineering, and traditional methods of summation cannot be used. Borel resummation provides an alternative method for obtaining accurate solutions for problems involving divergent series.

4. What are the advantages of Borel resummation?

One of the main advantages of Borel resummation is that it allows for the summation of divergent series, which cannot be done using traditional methods. This technique also provides more accurate solutions compared to other summation methods, making it a useful tool in physics and engineering. Additionally, Borel resummation can be applied to a wide range of problems and is relatively easy to implement.

5. Are there any limitations to Borel resummation?

While Borel resummation is a powerful tool, it does have some limitations. It can only be applied to certain types of divergent series, and the Borel transform may not always exist for a given series. Additionally, the inversion process can be computationally intensive and may not always result in an accurate solution. It is important to carefully consider the applicability and accuracy of Borel resummation before using it in a particular problem.

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