Calculating exp(At): Reverse Laplace Transform vs. Matrix Series Method

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the matrix exponential exp(At) for a given matrix A using two methods: the reverse Laplace transform and the matrix series method. Participants are exploring the challenges and steps involved in both approaches, particularly focusing on the correct application of mathematical techniques.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related
  • Mathematical reasoning
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents the matrix A and expresses difficulty in calculating exp(At) using the series method and the Laplace transform.
  • Another participant asks for the expression for (sI-A)^{-1}, indicating a focus on the Laplace transform method.
  • There are corrections regarding the denominator used in the inverse calculation, with a participant suggesting to divide by s(s+1) instead of s(s+1)-1.
  • A participant defends their choice of denominator, stating that s(s+1)-1 is the determinant, and explains the formula for inverting a 2x2 matrix.
  • There is a moment of realization from one participant acknowledging a mistake after receiving clarification from another participant.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion contains multiple competing views regarding the correct approach to the inverse calculation and the application of the Laplace transform. Participants are actively correcting and refining each other's claims, indicating that consensus has not been reached.

Contextual Notes

Participants express uncertainty about the correct application of the inverse matrix and the steps needed to perform the reverse Laplace transform. There are unresolved mathematical steps regarding the determinant and the series expansion.

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Homework Statement


I have the following matrix:
A=[0 -1; 0 -1]

and i need to calculate: exp(At) in several ways, 2 of them are using the reverse Laplace transform and using: I + Ʃ(A^kt^k)/k!

i have tried to start the series but i am getting an expression that i can't say which series it is,
and when i try with Laplace i get the one of the matrix expressions is a step function..

i will apreaciate the help...

thanks!
 
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What are you getting for
(sI-A)^{-1}
 
this is what i get. but i can't find the reverse transform...
 

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erezb84 said:
this is what i get. but i can't find the reverse transform...

You are dividing by the wrong thing. Divide by
s(s+1)
instead of
s(s+1)-1
 
but
s(s+1)-1
is the deteminante..
in oreder to reverse 2*2 matrix i do this:
[a b ; c d]^-1 = [d -b; -c a] * 1/det
no?
 
erezb84 said:
but
s(s+1)-1
is the deteminante..
In oreder to reverse 2*2 matrix i do this:
[a b ; c d]^-1 = [d -b; -c a] * 1/det
no?

1*0 = 0
 
daaaam! right, thanks!
 

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