Can Laurent-Puiseux series be computed for annular regions?

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In summary, the conversation discusses the computation of the Laurent-Puiseux series for the function f(z)=\sqrt{z(z-1)(z-2)} in different regions. It is noted that in the unit disc, the series can be easily computed up to the singular point at z=1 by creating a differential equation and solving it using power series. However, the possibility of generating a Laurent-Puiseux series for f(z) in the annular region 1<|z|<2 is discussed and variable substitutions are suggested as a potential solution.
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For example, consider:

[tex]f(z)=\sqrt{z(z-1)(z-2)}[/tex]

It's easy to compute the Laurent-Puiseux series in the unit disc, up to the singular point at z=1:

[tex]f(z)=\sqrt{2} \sqrt{z}-\frac{3 z^{3/2}}{2 \sqrt{2}}-\frac{z^{5/2}}{16 \sqrt{2}}-\frac{3 z^{7/2}}{64 \sqrt{2}}-\frac{37 z^{9/2}}{1024 \sqrt{2}}+\cdots,\quad |z|<1[/tex]

That's done by creating a differential equation for the function with polynomial coefficients then solving it using power series where in this case, the indical equation has a root c=1/2 to generate the fractional powers.

But can we generate a Laurent-Puiseux series for the function in the annular region [itex]1<|z|<2[/itex]?

I haven't found any info on the net about this and was hoping someone here could shed some light on the matter.

Thanks,
Jack
 
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Not sure whether it will work here, but variable substitutions like ##z \longmapsto \dfrac{1}{z}## or ##z \longmapsto 1 \pm z## often help.
 

Related to Can Laurent-Puiseux series be computed for annular regions?

1. What are Laurent-Puiseux series?

Laurent-Puiseux series are a type of mathematical series that can be used to represent functions with both positive and negative powers of the independent variable. They are an extension of Taylor series, which only represent functions with positive powers.

2. How are Laurent-Puiseux series useful?

Laurent-Puiseux series can be used to approximate and analyze functions in complex analysis, particularly in regions where the function is not analytic. They are also useful in solving differential equations and studying the behavior of functions near singularities.

3. Can Laurent-Puiseux series be computed for annular regions?

Yes, Laurent-Puiseux series can be computed for annular regions. An annular region is a region in the complex plane between two concentric circles. The series can be computed using a similar method as for other regions, such as using the Cauchy integral formula.

4. What are some applications of Laurent-Puiseux series?

Laurent-Puiseux series have various applications in mathematics, physics, and engineering. They are used in the study of complex functions, differential equations, and dynamical systems. They also have applications in signal processing, image processing, and data analysis.

5. Are there any limitations to using Laurent-Puiseux series?

One limitation of Laurent-Puiseux series is that they can only represent functions with isolated singularities. They are also not always convergent, and their convergence can be affected by the location of the singularities. Additionally, computing the series for certain regions can be complex and time-consuming.

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