Convolution in Frequency Domain

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The discussion focuses on finding the Fourier transform of the signal x(t) = sin(t) for -π ≤ t ≤ π using the Fourier transform table and properties. The user attempts to express x(t) as the convolution of a sine function and a rectangular function, leading to a convolution in the frequency domain. There is confusion regarding how to simplify the convolution involving delta functions and the imaginary unit (j). A suggestion is made to use properties of the delta function to simplify the convolution process. The conversation highlights the complexity of the algebra involved in this Fourier transform problem.
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Homework Statement


Find the Fourier transform of the following signal JUST by using the FT table and the FT properties

x(t) = sin(t) -pi<=t<=pi
0 otherwise

NOTE: I am using CONVOLVED WITH as a substitute for * (the real convolution operator) because I cannot express multiplication in any other way that I know of).

Homework Equations



Frequency Convolution : x1(t)*x2(t) ==> (1/2pi)X1(\omega) CONVOLVED WITH X2(\omega)

Fourier Transforms:
sin(ω0t) ===> (pi/j)[δ(ω-ω0)-δ(ω+ω0)]

rect(t/\tau) ===> \tausinc(\omega\tau/2pi)

The Attempt at a Solution



I know that x(t) can be expressed as a sine multiplied with a rectangle function

x(t) = sin(t) * rect(t/2pi)

so by the frequency convolution property, X(ω)= (1/2pi)[\frac{pi}{j}[δ(ω-1)+δ(ω+1)] CONVOLVED WITH 2pi*sinc(ω)]My problem is how to do the convolution. Is it easier than it looks? I don't know how the imaginary (j) factors into the convolution. Can someone help explain how to simplify X(ω)? Thank you
 
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I get from the problem statement that you're not supposed to doany convolving.

How about using u(t-π) and u(t+π) along with sin(t) and forgetting about your rectangle function?
 
My teacher actually said that using the rectangle function was the correct method of doing it, but didn't elaborate. All he said was set x(t) = sin(t)*rect(t/2pi)
 
f00lishroy said:
My teacher actually said that using the rectangle function was the correct method of doing it, but didn't elaborate. All he said was set x(t) = sin(t)*rect(t/2pi)


EDIT:
OK, then, how about the fact that

f(ω)**δ(ω-ω0) = f(ω-ω0) where I use ** to denote convolution. You have delta functions in your transform of sin(t); these are easily eliminated by using this theorem in convolving with the transform of the rectangular time function. The rest is very messy algebra.
 
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