Finding Fourier Series for Piecewise Function with Parameter

In summary, the conversation discusses how to show that the function f(x) can be expressed as the sum of sine functions, with a coefficient of 2/(\pi(1-\lambda)) and an argument of n\lambda\pi for the first term and nx for the second term. It is determined that there are only odd terms and that the coefficients for each term can be calculated using integrals. The final expression for f(x) is bn = (2/(\pi(1-\lambda))sin(n\lambda\pi)sin(nx).
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Homework Statement



if 0<[tex]\lambda[/tex]<1 and
f(x) = x for 0<x<[tex]\lambda\pi[/tex] and
f(x) = ([tex]\lambda[/tex]/(1-[tex]\lambda[/tex]))([tex]\pi[/tex]-x) for [tex]\lambda\pi[/tex]<x<[tex]\pi[/tex]

show that f(x)= 2/([tex]\pi[/tex](1-[tex]\lambda[/tex]))[tex]\Sigma[/tex](sin( n[tex]\lambda[/tex][tex]\pi[/tex])sin(nx)(/n[tex]^{}2[/tex]

Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


am i right in saying that there is only odd so ao = 0 and an = 0

and bn = 2/[tex]\pi[/tex] ([tex]\int^{\lambda\pi}_{0}[/tex] x + [tex]\int^{\pi}_{\lambda\pi}[/tex] of the second part)sin(nx)
 
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=2/\pi (\lambda\pi /2 + 1/2(\pi-\lambda\pi)sin(nx))= (1/\pi)(2\lambda\pi + \pi - \lambda\pi sin(nx))bn = (2/(\pi(1-\lambda))sin(n\lambda\pi)sin(nx)
 

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What is a Fourier series?

A Fourier series is a mathematical technique used to represent a periodic function as a sum of sine and cosine functions with different frequencies and amplitudes.

What are the applications of Fourier series?

Fourier series have numerous applications in physics, engineering, and signal processing. They are used to analyze and model periodic phenomena such as sound waves, electrical signals, and oscillating systems.

How is a Fourier series calculated?

A Fourier series is calculated using the Fourier coefficients, which are obtained by integrating the function over one period and then solving for the coefficients using a trigonometric identity.

What is the difference between a Fourier series and a Fourier transform?

A Fourier series is used for periodic functions, while a Fourier transform is used for non-periodic functions. A Fourier series represents a function as a sum of sine and cosine functions, while a Fourier transform represents a function as a sum of complex exponential functions.

What is the significance of the Fourier series?

The Fourier series is significant because it allows us to represent complex functions as a sum of simpler functions, making it easier to analyze and manipulate them. It also has important applications in signal processing and helps us understand the behavior of periodic systems.

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