Dirac delta functions integration

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The integration of the function \(\int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{x}{\sqrt{m^2+x^2}} \sin(kx) \sin(t\sqrt{m^2+x^2}) dx\) is discussed, particularly for the case when \(m = 0\), where the solution involves Dirac delta functions. The discussion highlights skepticism regarding the existence of an exact solution for non-zero \(m\). The stationary phase approximation is suggested as a potential method for obtaining results in this context.

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I can't figure out how to integrate this:

[tex] \int_{0}^{\infty} \frac{x}{\sqrt{m^2+x^2}}sin(kx)sin(t\sqrt{m^2+x^2}) dx [/tex]

m, k and t are constants.

The book has for m = 0, the solution is some dirac delta functions.
 
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Hmm..I doubt you can find an exact solution for this.

At first glance, the stationary phase approximation might yield some result.
 

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