Convolution of periodic signals

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The discussion focuses on finding the output of a Linear Time-Invariant (LTI) system with an impulse response defined as h(t) = (0.5sin(2t))/(t) when the input signal is x(t) = cos(t) + sin(3t). The output is determined using the convolution integral y(t) = x(t)*h(t), where the convolution is expressed as y(t) = ∫h(τ)x(t-τ)dτ with limits from 0 to t. The relationship between time domain convolution and frequency domain multiplication is emphasized, noting that h(t) corresponds to a rectangular function in the frequency domain, simplifying the analysis of the two sinusoidal inputs.

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Homework Statement



Consider an LTI system with impulse response h(t) = (0.5sin(2t)/(t)

Find system output y(t) if x(t) = cos(t) + sin(3t)

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y(t) = x(t)*h(t)

The Attempt at a Solution



I am only familiar with doing much simpler convolutions using graphical analysis and thus do not know how to begin one like this.
 
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Do you have to do this in the time domain? You must have covered that time domain convolution is equivalent to multiplication of spectrums in the frequency domain?

Your h(t) = sin(2t)/(2t) = sinc(2t) is a rectangle in the frequency domain so it would be very easy to find the response to two sinusoids in the frequency domain.
 
Use the convolution integral:

y(t) = x(t)*h(t) where
x(t)*h(t) = ∫h(τ)x(t-τ)dτ with integration limits of 0 and t.

* denotes convolution
 

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