Fourier transform of differentials equation

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The discussion revolves around the application of Fourier transforms to solve a differential equation involving second derivatives and a function. Participants are exploring the steps necessary to apply Fourier transforms to both sides of the equation and the implications of the transforms on the solution process.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants discuss the initial steps of applying Fourier transforms to the differential equation, questioning how to express the transforms of the terms involved. There are attempts to clarify the algebraic manipulation of the transforms and the implications for finding solutions.

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Some participants have made progress in understanding the application of Fourier transforms, while others express confusion about the next steps and the nature of the general solution. There is a mix of interpretations regarding the completeness of the solution and the necessity of finding the homogeneous part of the equation.

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Participants are navigating the constraints of the problem, including the requirement to find a general solution and to determine the convergence of integrals for specific functions. There is an emphasis on the need to justify the existence of solutions based on convergence tests for improper integrals.

  • #31
should i test for e^-ax or x^5 or e^(x^2) or
<br /> y(x)=\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-a|x|}f(x-t)dt<br />
i'm sorry coz keep on asking.. but, i really don't know which one should i use to run the test.
 
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  • #32
You want to test to see if y(x) converges for each of your two f(x)'s. If the integral doesn't converge, then no solution exists.
 
  • #33
gabbagabbahey said:
You want to test to see if y(x) converges for each of your two f(x)'s. If the integral doesn't converge, then no solution exists.
so.. i need to test the equations below?
<br /> y(x)=\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-a|x|}f(x-t)^{5}dt<br />

and

<br /> y(x)=\int_{-\infty}^{\infty} e^{-a|x|}f(e^{(x-t)^{2}})dt<br />

correct?
 
  • #34
gabbagabbahey said:
You want to test to see if y(x) converges for each of your two f(x)'s. If the integral doesn't converge, then no solution exists.

by performing the improper integral test, when f(x) = x^5, the integral will converges
when f(x) = e^(x^2), the integral will diverges..

hence.. when f(x) = x^5, the is a solution, when f(x) = e^(x^2), there is no solution..
correct?
 
  • #35
I just noticed that you have an error in your expression. Convolution tells you that y(x)=\frac{1}{2a}\int_{-\infty}^{\infty}f(x-t)e^{-a|t|}dt, not \frac{1}{2a}\int_{-\infty}^{\infty}f(x-t)e^{-a|x|}dt.
 
  • #36
gabbagabbahey said:
I just noticed that you have an error in your expression. Convolution tells you that y(x)=\frac{1}{2a}\int_{-\infty}^{\infty}f(x-t)e^{-a|t|}dt, not \frac{1}{2a}\int_{-\infty}^{\infty}f(x-t)e^{-a|x|}dt.

change it already.. thanks
 
  • #37
the first part of the general solution should be c1(cos XXXX) + c1(sin XXXX) right?
just ignore the XXXX.. just want to know the pattern..
 

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