Help with line integrals and greens theorem

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around the application of line integrals and Green's Theorem to calculate work done by a vector field over a semi-circular path. The vector field is defined as F(x,y) = (xy^2)i + (3yx^2)j, and the path is bounded by the x-axis and the curve y = √(4 - x^2).

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to parameterize the curve and integrate, but questions the validity of obtaining a result of zero. Other participants suggest using Green's Theorem to avoid parameterization and explore the implications of the integration limits.

Discussion Status

Participants are exploring different methods to approach the problem, with some suggesting a reevaluation of the integration process. There is no explicit consensus on the correctness of the original poster's result, but guidance has been offered regarding the use of Green's Theorem.

Contextual Notes

There is a mention of specific integration limits and the region of integration, which may influence the outcome of the calculations. The original poster expresses uncertainty about their answer and the relevance of the advice received.

TheSaxon
I get an answer for this problem, but its 0 and i think that's wrong. if someone could please, help that'd be great.


Homework Statement


Find the work using the Line Integral Method:
W = Integral of ( Vector F * dr)

Vector Field: F(x,y) = (xy^2)i + (3yx^2)j

C: semi circular region bounded by x-axis and y = squareroot(4-x^2) where y = squareroot(4-x^2) is greater than 0.


Homework Equations



So where vector is <P,Q>,
Work = Integral of (P dx + Q dy) over the region R.


The Attempt at a Solution




So I first parameterized the curve to get P,Q,dx,dy in terms of a common variable:
x = 2cost, y = 2sint for 0 <= t <= pi which implies dx = -2sint and dy = 2cost

but when I carry out the integration, the limits of integration end up making my answer go to 0 because they are between 0 and pi and I always end up with a sin(t) in the result of the integral.
 
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The entire benefit of using Green's Theorem is that you don't need to parameterize.

Note that what you have written there is equivalent to

\displaystyle \oint \vec{F} \cdot d\vec{x} = \iint_D \left( \frac{F_2}{dx} - \frac{F_1}{dy} \right) dx dy

Thus you can very easily figure out \frac{F_2}{dx}, \;\; \frac{F_1}{dy}

Furthermore, -2&lt;x&lt;2 and 0&lt;y&lt;\sqrt{4-x^2}
 
ya, sorry, i don't know how to write in those fancy symbols. Anyway was my answer of 0 correcT?
 
Why ask for help if you ignore the advice? Do the integration over the half disk and see if you also get 0 there.
 

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