Getting the components of a sum of square waves

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If I have a periodic function that is say a sum of a number of sine functions I can use a Fourier Transform to get the component functions.

Now, if I have a bunch of square waves of differing amplitudes and frequencies that I add up into a resultant waveform. Given that waveform what'd be the mathematical operation to get at its individual component square waves? Is there any?
 
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HallsofIvy said:
Surely you just mean the 'inverse Fourier transform'?

I think not; but now I'm confused. I'll read / think more and get back. Thanks!