Complex Fourier Series for f(t)=2sin(πt) with Periodicity

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The discussion focuses on finding the complex Fourier series for the periodic function f(t) = 2sin(πt) defined on the interval 0 < t < 1, with periodicity f(t+1) = f(t). Participants emphasize the importance of using the formula for coefficients c_n and suggest employing integration by parts while treating i and n as constants. The consensus is that once the coefficients c_n are determined, the remaining calculations become straightforward.

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Homework Statement


Find the complex Fourier series of the periodic function

f(t)=2sin(πt) 0 < t < 1 and f(t+1) = f(t) for all t. (π is pi)

Homework Equations


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The Attempt at a Solution


ive tried many times using the formula's and trying to rearrange to get exponentials but i always end up with something that looks really wrong, can someone point out any simplifications that can be made and do i need to integrate by parts (even though i can't see how that can be done). Any help will be greatly appriciated. Thanks
 
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I haven't worked with Fourier analysis or complex variables, but I would say to work with the first equation, the c_n. You can use integration by parts by treating i and n as constants and plugging in f(t) into the spot for f(x). That's where I would start, since after you find c_n the rest is cake.
 

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