Exponential Fourier Series for Pulse Train

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The discussion focuses on calculating the exponential Fourier series for a pulse train, specifically addressing the formula for coefficients D_n and the integration limits. The user correctly identifies D_0 as 0.2 but encounters issues with evaluating the series due to a denominator involving n. Key errors highlighted include the necessity of including x(t) in the integral and the correct limits of integration, which should reflect the pulse train's symmetry. The user also questions the validity of integrating from 0 to 0.4 ms and multiplying by 2 due to even symmetry.

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Homework Statement



I need help finding the exponential Fourier series for the pulse train below.

http://img329.imageshack.us/img329/1184/20080427091409ev5.jpg

Homework Equations



[tex]p_T(t)=\sum_{n=-\infty}^{\infty}{D_n e^{j2nt}[/tex]

[tex]D_n=\frac{1}{T_0}\int_{T_0}^{}{x(t)e^{-j2nt}dt}[/tex]

The Attempt at a Solution



http://img74.imageshack.us/img74/2376/20080427093457iy6.jpg

I know that D0=0.2. However, I cannot evaluate my final answer for n=0 because I have n in the denominator. Where am I going wrong?
 
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The first line in your attempted solution has an error: you need to either include x(t) inside the integral, or change the limits of integration.
 
I forgot to label on the graph that the magnitude of pt(t) is 1. Why can't I integrate from 0 to 0.4x10^-3 and multiply by 2 since there is even symmetry?
 

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