The discussion focuses on solving the double integral of the function \(\frac{x^4+y^4}{(1+x^2+y^2)^4}\) using polar coordinates. The transformed function of integration is \(\frac{r^4 \cos^4(\theta) + r^4 \sin^4(\theta)}{(1+r^2)^4} r \, dr \, d\theta\). Participants express uncertainty regarding the new limits of integration after the transformation to polar coordinates. The integral is evaluated over the entire plane, necessitating a clear understanding of the conversion process.
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Steff_Rees said:Homework Statement
\int_{y=-\infty}^{\infty} \int_{x=-\infty}^{\infty} \frac{x^4+y^4}{(1+x^2+y^2)^4} dx dy
Homework Equations
i'm not sure what the new limits are after the transformation to polar coordinates and how to solve the integral.
The Attempt at a Solution
i have my new function of integration to be
\frac{r^4 cos^4(\theta)+r^4 sin^4(\theta)}{(1+r^2)^4} r dr d\theta