Fourier series convergence - holder continuity and differentiability

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The discussion revolves around the convergence of Fourier series for the function f(x) = abs(sqrt(x)) defined on the interval [-pi, pi]. Participants are exploring the relationship between Holder continuity, differentiability, and the convergence criteria of Fourier series.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Conceptual clarification

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to apply a theorem regarding absolute integrability and Holder continuity to determine the convergence of the Fourier series. They question the implications of differentiability at a specific point and whether Holder continuity and differentiability are equivalent conditions.
  • Some participants express uncertainty about the Holder condition and its implications for continuity, suggesting that the exponent may affect the continuity status.
  • Others indicate frustration with the clarity of the convergence criteria as presented in their textbook.

Discussion Status

The discussion is ongoing, with participants raising questions about the definitions and relationships between the concepts involved. There is no explicit consensus, but there is a shared interest in clarifying the conditions under which the Fourier series converges.

Contextual Notes

Participants are grappling with the definitions of Holder continuity and differentiability, particularly in the context of the function's behavior at x=0. There is mention of the potential inadequacy of textbook explanations regarding convergence criteria.

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Homework Statement



Given each of the functions f below, describe the set of points at which the Fourier
series converges to f.

b) f(x) = abs(sqrt(x)) for x on [-pi, pi] with f(x+2pi)=f(x)

Homework Equations



Theorem: If f(x) is absolutely integrable, then its Fourier series converges to f at the points where f is also holder continuous or differentiable.

The Attempt at a Solution



I managed to prove that f(x) is holder continuous on [-pi,pi] so by the theorem above since f(x) is absolutely integrable its Fourier series converges to f(x) at every point on this interval. But f(x) is not differentiable at x=0. What did I analyze incorrectly? Or in this context are holder continuity and differentiability not equivalent conditions (i.e. one can fail and the other can hold)?
 
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I may be wrong about the holder condition, but it looks to me like f(x) is holder continuous as long as the exponent in the condition is equal to or less than 1/2.
 
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Sorry about the bump, but this question is killing me. I don't feel like the book explained this convergence criteria well at all.
 
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final bump
 

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