Fourier coefficients - dirichlet problem for annulus

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The discussion focuses on solving the Dirichlet problem for an annulus defined by the Laplace equation \( u_{xx} + u_{yy} = 0 \) within the region \( 0 < a^2 < x^2 + y^2 < b^2 \). The user is attempting to find the Fourier coefficients \( C_0 \) and \( D_0 \) but encounters discrepancies when comparing their results to the expected solution, which includes a factor of \( \frac{1}{\pi} \) in the integrals of boundary functions \( g(\theta) \) and \( h(\theta) \). The user is advised to evaluate the integral \( \int_0^{2\pi} u(a, \theta) \, d\theta \) to clarify the relationship between the coefficients and the boundary conditions.

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  • Understanding of Laplace's equation and its applications in potential theory.
  • Familiarity with Fourier series and their coefficients.
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  • Proficiency in performing integrals over periodic functions.
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  • Review the derivation of Fourier coefficients for boundary value problems in annular regions.
  • Study the application of the factor \( \frac{1}{\pi} \) in Fourier series expansions.
  • Explore the properties of harmonic functions and their representation in polar coordinates.
  • Practice solving similar Dirichlet problems using different boundary conditions.
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1. Homework Statement

Find the Fourier coefficients in the annulus problem of the text.
uxx+uyy=0 in 0<a²<x²+y²<b²
u=g(θ) for x²+y²=a²
u=h(θ) for x²+y²=b²

Homework Equations


The solution is
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The Attempt at a Solution


I have the solutions but when I solved it for Co and Do I didn't get the same thing, but or all the other coefficients I got the right thing.

Here is the problem
To get Co and Do I did the integral on both sides from 0 to 2π to get rid of the sum.
So I ended up with
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But the solution give a factor 1/π Before the integral of h and g , why ?
Thank you !
 
Try $$\int_0^{2\pi}u(a,\theta) \, d \theta$$ and see what you get. You'll have two sides, one is ##g## and the other is the long series you've posted.
 

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