Derive Laplace Transform of the Third Derivative

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To derive the Laplace Transform of the third derivative of a function f(t), start with the standard formula for the Laplace Transform of f(t). Use integration by parts to express the Laplace Transform of the first derivative, L{f'(t)}, which will include an f(0) term. This process can be iterated to find L{f''(t)} and subsequently L{f'''(t)}. Each iteration builds on the previous result, allowing for a straightforward application of the derived formula. Understanding this method simplifies the derivation of higher-order derivatives in Laplace Transforms.
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Homework Statement


Derive he Laplace Transform of the third derivative of f(t).


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The Attempt at a Solution



So, I'm not at all sure how to do this. I think I can start with:

L{f'''(t)} =

But I'm honestly not sure how this works. Any guidance would be appreciated
 
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Northbysouth said:

Homework Statement


Derive he Laplace Transform of the third derivative of f(t).


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution



So, I'm not at all sure how to do this. I think I can start with:

L{f'''(t)} =

But I'm honestly not sure how this works. Any guidance would be appreciated

First, for a differentiable function F(t), derive the Laplace transform of F'(t) in terms of the transform of F(t)----standard method/material, widely available. Basically, use integration by parts.
 
Northbysouth said:

Homework Statement


Derive he Laplace Transform of the third derivative of f(t).

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution



So, I'm not at all sure how to do this. I think I can start with:

L{f'''(t)} =

But I'm honestly not sure how this works. Any guidance would be appreciated

Start with ##L\{f(t)\} = \int_0^{\infty}e^{-st}f(t)dt##. Let ##u = f(t)## and ##dv = e^{-st}## and apply integration by parts. Solve for ##\int_0^{\infty} e^{-st}f'(t)dt##, which is ##L\{f'(t)\}##. There will be an ##f(0)## term in your expression.

This is the standard method for finding the LT of a first derivative. Once you've done this, all you need to do is apply that iteratively (twice) to find the required LT of the third derivative. Note that you don't need to do the integration again, just apply the formula you've derived twice more.
 
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