Fourier Transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0

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The discussion revolves around finding the Fourier transform of the function v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0. Participants are exploring the mathematical reasoning involved in the transformation process.

Discussion Character

  • Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to compute the Fourier transform using the integral definition but questions whether they are missing an identity due to discrepancies in their results. Other participants discuss methods for simplifying complex numbers and combining terms in the expression.

Discussion Status

Participants are actively engaging with the problem, offering suggestions for simplification and discussing the manipulation of complex numbers. There is a sense of progress as one participant indicates they have resolved their confusion.

Contextual Notes

There is mention of the problem being part of a larger set of questions, and participants are navigating the complexities of the Fourier transform and its properties.

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Homework Statement


I need to find the Fourier transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) such that t≥0.


Homework Equations


∫v(t)*e(-j*2*∏*f*t)dt,t,0,∞)


The Attempt at a Solution



∫v(t)*e(-j*2*∏*f*t)dt,t,0,∞)=A/(4*f2*∏2+1)-i*(2*A*f*∏)/(4*f2*∏2+1)

the answer should be A/(1+i*2*∏*f). It seems like this problem should be straight forward so I'm wondering if I'm just missing an identity of some sort or something? This is actually only one part of the problem but I know how to get the rest of the answer once I get this part done.
 
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Ok so I realize these are the same answer, but how do I simplify complex numbers like the one I got in my answer? I've been trying to multiply it by the complex conjugate but haven't been getting much luck :/
 
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Combine the two terms and then factor the denominator.
 
I've combined the two equations to get: (A-j*2*A*f*∏)/(1+4*f2*∏2) but it doesn't seem that the denominator can be factored at all. I can factor the numerator to get A*(1-j*2*f*∏)/(1+4*f2*∏2) but that doesn't seem to help me much yet.
 
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Oh I got it now
 

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