Surface Integral with Parametrization

In summary, the given integral is \int\int_{S} \sqrt{1 + x^2 + y^2} dS, and using the parametrization \textbf{r}(u,v) = u\cdot cos(v)\textbf{i}+u\cdot sin(v)\textbf{j}+v\textbf{k} (0 \leq u \leq 1, 0 \leq v \leq \pi), the answer is \frac{4}{3}\pi. This is obtained by calculating dS = \sqrt{1+u^2}du dv and using the given parameterization in the integral.
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Homework Statement


[itex]\int\int _{S} \sqrt{1 + x^2 + y^2} dS[/itex]
Given that S is the surface of which [itex]\textbf{r}(u,v) = u\cdot cos(v)\textbf{i}+u\cdot sin(v)\textbf{j}+v\textbf{k}[/itex] is a parametrization. [itex](0 \leq u \leq 1, 0 \leq v \leq \pi)[/itex]

Homework Equations


[itex]dS = \left| \frac{\partial \vec{r}}{\partial u} \times \frac{\partial \vec{r}}{\partial v} \right| du dv[/itex]


The Attempt at a Solution


I think the answer is [itex]\frac{4}{3}\pi[/itex], because [itex]dS = \sqrt{1+u^2}du dv[/itex] and [itex]\sqrt{1+x^2+y^2} = \sqrt{1+u^2}[/itex] using the given parameterization.
 
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Is there a question there? Do you expect us to work it out for ourselves just to check your answer? If you would show your work we could tell you at a glance whether or not your answer is correct.
 
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Alright, this was my full calculation:
[itex]dS = \left| \frac{\partial \vec{r}}{\partial u} \times \frac{\partial \vec{r}}{\partial v} \right| du dv
\\= \left| (cos(v), sin(v), 0) \times (-u\cdot sin(v),u\cdot cos(v), 1) \right| du dv
\\= \left| (sin(v),-cos(v),u\cdot (cos^2(x) + sin^2(x))) \right| du dv
\\= |(sin(v),-cos(v),u)| du dv
\\= \sqrt{cos^2(v)+sin^2(v)+u^2} du dv
\\= \sqrt{1+u^2}du dv[/itex]

[itex]\int\int_{S} \sqrt{1+x^2+y^2}dS = \int_0^\pi \int_0^1 \sqrt{1+r_1(u,v)^2+r_2(u,v)^2} \cdot \sqrt{1+u^2} du dv
\\=\int_0^\pi \int_0^1 \sqrt{1+(u\cdot cos(v))^2+(u\cdot sin(v))^2}\cdot \sqrt{1+u^2} du dv
\\=\int_0^\pi \int_0^1 \sqrt{1+u^2} \sqrt{1+u^2} du dv
\\=\int_0^\pi \int_0^1 (1+u^2) dudv
\\=\int_0^\pi \frac{4}{3}dv
\\=\frac{4}{3} \pi
[/itex]
 
  • #4
Very good. Yes it looks correct.
 
  • #5
Thanks! :)
 

1) What is a surface integral?

A surface integral is a mathematical tool used to calculate the total amount of a given physical quantity over a two-dimensional surface. It involves integrating a function over a surface to find the average value of the function over that surface.

2) How is a surface integral different from a regular integral?

A regular integral is calculated over a one-dimensional interval, while a surface integral is calculated over a two-dimensional surface. Additionally, a surface integral involves integrating a vector field over a surface, while a regular integral involves integrating a scalar function over an interval.

3) What are some real-world applications of surface integrals?

Surface integrals are used in various fields of science and engineering, such as fluid mechanics, electromagnetism, and thermodynamics. They can be used to calculate the flow of a fluid over a surface, the electric field around a charged object, and the heat transfer on a surface.

4) How do you evaluate a surface integral?

To evaluate a surface integral, you first need to parameterize the surface by defining a set of equations that describe the surface. Then, you use these equations to transform the integral into a double integral over a two-dimensional region in the coordinate plane. Finally, you evaluate the double integral using standard techniques from multivariable calculus.

5) What are some challenges in evaluating a surface integral?

One of the main challenges in evaluating a surface integral is properly parameterizing the surface, as this can be a complex and time-consuming process. Additionally, determining the correct limits of integration for the double integral can be difficult, and the calculations involved can be quite tedious. It is also important to carefully consider the direction of the normal vector to ensure the correct orientation of the surface.

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