A forgotten L-Transform formula

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In summary, the conversation on mathhelpforum.com discusses a formula from an electrical engineering textbook that can be used to compute the Laplace transform of $y(t)^3$. This formula, found in Appendix two of the textbook, involves the L-transforms of two functions and a specific integral. It has certain convergence conditions and can be used to solve for the Laplace transform of $y(t)^3$. Further explanation and examples are requested.
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As You can see in…

laplace transform of y(t) whole power 3

… on mathhelpforum.com a ‘newbie’ user asked to know how compute, given an $y(t)$ the L-Transform $\mathcal {L} \{y^{3}(t)\}$. At first, without any knowledege of y(t), it seems that no other chance exists apart the direct definition of L-Transform. Surprisinghly enough, if the L-Transform $\mathcal{L} \{y(t)\}$ is known, a 'magic and forgotten formula' conducts to the result. The formula can be found in Appendix two of the electrical engineering textbook 'N. Balabanian, T.A. Bickart, Electrical Network Theory, 1969, Wiley & Sons, New York' where You can read... Let be $f_{1}(t)$ and $f_2(t)$ two functions and their L-Transform $F_{1}(s)= \mathcal{L} \{f_{1}(t)\}$ and $F_{2}(s)= \mathcal{L} \{f_{2}(t)\}$ converge for $\text{Re} (s)> \sigma_{1}$ and $\text{Re} (s)> \sigma_{2}$ respectively. In this case is... $\displaystyle \mathcal{L} \{f_{1}(t)\ f_{2}(t)\} = \frac{1}{2\ \pi\ i}\ \int_{c - i \infty}^{c + i \infty} F_{1}(z)\ F_{2} (s-z)\ dz$ (1)... where $\sigma_{1} < c < \sigma - \sigma_{2}\ , \sigma > \sigma_{1} + \sigma_{2}$ ...

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Hello,

Thank you for sharing this interesting formula from the electrical engineering textbook. It's always exciting to discover new ways of solving problems. However, as a math forum, it would be helpful if you could provide a more detailed explanation of the formula and how it applies to the Laplace transform of $y(t)^3$. Can you show an example of how to use this formula to solve for $\mathcal{L} \{y(t)^3\}$?

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1. What is an L-Transform formula?

The L-Transform formula is a mathematical tool used to convert a function from the time-domain to the frequency-domain. It is commonly used in signal processing, control theory, and other scientific fields.

2. How does the L-Transform formula work?

The L-Transform formula works by taking a function of time, also known as the signal, and converting it into a function of frequency. This allows for easier analysis and manipulation of the signal.

3. What is the purpose of using the L-Transform formula?

The L-Transform formula is used to simplify complex mathematical calculations involving signals. By converting a function from the time-domain to the frequency-domain, it becomes easier to analyze and manipulate the signal.

4. Is the L-Transform formula used in any specific scientific fields?

Yes, the L-Transform formula is commonly used in fields such as electrical engineering, physics, and communication systems. It is also used in various other scientific and engineering disciplines.

5. Are there any limitations to the L-Transform formula?

Yes, the L-Transform formula has some limitations, such as only being applicable to functions that have a finite number of discontinuities. It also requires a certain level of mathematical understanding to apply it effectively.

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