Exploring Multiple Stieltjes Integrals and Their Generalizations

In summary, the conversation discusses the definition and potential generalizations of the Riemann-Stieltjes integral on closed intervals of the real line. The question is raised about how a multiple R-S integral would be defined on a set in the two-dimensional real line, and whether two integrator functions of a single variable or a two-variable integrator function would be used. The topic of surface Stieltjes integrals is also mentioned, with a question about their definition and study. The conversation also acknowledges the preference for Lebesgue integration and measure theory over R-S integrals, and the lack of information on R-S and its generalizations. It is noted that Stieltjes integrals can be used in the context of Le
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I'm studing the Riemann-Stieltjes integral [itex]\int_a^b f dg[/itex] on closed intervals [itex] [a,b] [/itex] of the real line, and the natural question came to me: How would a multiple R-S integral be defined, say, on some set [itex] D \subset \mathbb{R}^2 [/itex]?
Would one use some kind of two variable integrator function [itex] g(x,y)[/itex]? Or two integrator functions of a single variable [itex]g_1(x), g_2(y)[/itex]?
How about surface Stieltges integrals? Are this kind of things defined and well-studied?
What I kind of see is that people quicks to "avoid" the R and R-S integrals in favour of the lebesgue integral and measure theory, and so there is not much information about R-S and it's possible generalizations. (I still hadn't see lebesgue and measure theory, so I'm trying to avoid that for the moment)
Thanks.
 
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Stieltjes integrals can be used in the context of Lebesgue integration. The differential dg is then equivalent to some measure on the domain of interest. It can be generalized to multidimensional.
 

What is the Multiple Stieltjes integral?

The Multiple Stieltjes integral is a mathematical concept that extends the concept of the Riemann-Stieltjes integral to multiple integrals. It involves integrating a function with respect to multiple variables, where each variable has a corresponding function called the Stieltjes function.

How is the Multiple Stieltjes integral different from the Riemann-Stieltjes integral?

The main difference between the Multiple Stieltjes integral and the Riemann-Stieltjes integral is that the former involves integrating a function with respect to multiple variables, while the latter only involves one variable. Additionally, the Multiple Stieltjes integral takes into account the Stieltjes functions for each variable, while the Riemann-Stieltjes integral only involves one Stieltjes function.

What are some applications of the Multiple Stieltjes integral?

The Multiple Stieltjes integral has various applications in mathematics and physics. It is used to solve problems involving multiple variables, such as calculating the volume of a solid in three-dimensional space or finding the area under a curved surface. It is also used in probability theory and statistics to calculate the expected value of a function.

What are some basic properties of the Multiple Stieltjes integral?

The Multiple Stieltjes integral shares many properties with the Riemann-Stieltjes integral, such as linearity, additivity, and monotonicity. It also satisfies the fundamental theorem of calculus, which states that the integral of a function is equal to the difference of its values at the endpoints. However, the Multiple Stieltjes integral is more complex and has additional properties, such as the existence of multiple partial derivatives.

What are some techniques for evaluating the Multiple Stieltjes integral?

There are several techniques for evaluating the Multiple Stieltjes integral, including the Riemann sum method, the iterated integral method, and the transformation method. The choice of technique depends on the complexity of the integrand and the Stieltjes functions. In some cases, it may also be necessary to use more advanced techniques, such as change of variables or the Cauchy integral formula.

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