Calculating Singular Integrals using Hadamard Finite Part Method

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The discussion revolves around the calculation of singular integrals using the Hadamard finite part method, specifically focusing on integrals that exhibit singularities, such as \(\int_{0}^{2}dx \frac{\cos(x)}{x-1}\) and a three-dimensional integral over a cube. Participants explore the nature of these integrals, their convergence, and the application of the Hadamard method.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests references for calculating singular integrals, providing specific examples that include singularities.
  • Another participant states that according to Mathematica, the integral does not converge.
  • A different participant notes that the integral \(\int \frac{\cos(x)}{x-1} dx\) near \(x = 1\) leads to an infinite result, suggesting divergence.
  • One participant introduces the concept of the Hadamard integral, explaining that it allows for the integration of singularities by ignoring terms that lead to infinite results, thus yielding a 'finite part.'
  • Another participant questions whether the definition used aligns with the standard definition found in literature, suggesting a potential misunderstanding of the variables involved.
  • A participant acknowledges the definition but expresses uncertainty about how to apply it in three dimensions or whether the integral diverges at infinity, citing another integral as an example.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the convergence of the integrals discussed, with some asserting divergence while others propose the Hadamard method as a means to handle singularities. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the applicability of the Hadamard method to the three-dimensional case.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in the discussion regarding the assumptions made about the integrals, the definitions of singularities, and the applicability of the Hadamard method in higher dimensions. The potential divergence of integrals at infinity is also noted but not fully explored.

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Could someone provide a reference to calculate this kind of integrals ? for example

[tex]\int_{0}^{2}dx \frac{cos(x)}{x-1}[/tex]

or in 3-D [tex]\iiint_{D}dx \frac{x-y+z^{2})}{x+y+z}[/tex]

Where 'D' is the cube [-1,1]x[-1,1]x[-1,1]=D

as you can see there is a singularity at x=1 or whenever x+y+z=0 , perhaps the other integral is easier to define if we use polar coordinates , so the singularities appear when r=0
 
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According to mathematica the integral does not converge.
 
Yes, ∫cosx/(x-1) dx near x = 1 is (cos1)∫dx/(x-1) = (cos1)[log(x-1)], which obviously is infinite. :smile:
 
yes that is the definition , but in general you drop the divergent term dvided by epsilon and take only the finite value , that is for 1-D for 3-D or similar i do not know what can be done, or if the integral is divergent at infinity for example

[tex]\int_{0}^{\infty}dxx^{3}cos(x)[/tex]
 

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