Verify orthogonality integral by direct integration

In summary, the conversation is about a heat equation related math problem that involves verifying the orthogonality integral by direct integration. The equation that defines the λ_n is κ*λ_n*cos(λ_n*a) + h*sin(λ_n*a)=0. The person asking for help has attempted to integrate the equation but is unsure of which orthogonality integral to use. They believe it may be related to Fourier series sine and cosine, but have not been able to find the specific integral they need. They are seeking clarification and guidance on how to approach the question.
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This is a heat equation related math problem.
1. Homework Statement
The complete question is: Verify the orthogonality integral by direct integration. It will be necessary to use the equation that defines the λ_n: κ*λ_n*cos(λ_n*a) + h*sin(λ_n*a)=0.

Homework Equations


κ*λ_n*cos(λ_n*a) + h*sin(λ_n*a)=0.

The Attempt at a Solution


I tried to integrate the above given equation, but it doesn't really make sense to me to integrate it. I'm not sure what orthogonality integral it wants me to integrate. I think it's related to Fourier series sine and cosine, I also googled orthogonality integral, but couldn't find what I'm looking for. Any help for clarifying and how I should tackle this question would be greatly appriciated!
 
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Hello PG, :welcome:

Seems to me you think we know what the context of your partial problem statement is, but we're pretty lousy at telepathy. Please provide some more context -- where does this exercise appear, what do the variables stand for, etc.
 

1. What is orthogonality in terms of integration?

Orthogonality in integration refers to the concept of two functions being perpendicular to each other when plotted on a graph. In other words, the integral of the product of two orthogonal functions over a certain interval is equal to zero.

2. Why is it important to verify orthogonality by direct integration?

Verifying orthogonality by direct integration allows us to confirm the perpendicular relationship between two functions and ensure that the integral of their product is indeed equal to zero. This is important in many areas of science, such as in quantum mechanics and signal processing.

3. How do you verify orthogonality by direct integration?

To verify orthogonality by direct integration, you need to take the integral of the product of the two functions over the given interval. If the result is equal to zero, then the functions are orthogonal. If the result is not equal to zero, then the functions are not orthogonal.

4. What are some common examples of orthogonal functions?

Sine and cosine functions are commonly used as orthogonal functions, as their product over a period is equal to zero. Other examples include Legendre polynomials, Bessel functions, and Chebyshev polynomials.

5. How is orthogonality used in practical applications?

Orthogonality has many practical applications, such as in digital signal processing where it is used to filter out unwanted frequencies. It is also used in image and sound compression algorithms, as well as in solving differential equations and boundary value problems in physics and engineering.

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