How to convert a hyperbolic system to cartesian?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around converting a hyperbolic coordinate system to a Cartesian coordinate system. Participants are exploring the relationships between the variables and expressing them in different forms, focusing on the conversion process and the coefficients involved.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents a set of equations for converting hyperbolic coordinates to Cartesian coordinates: x = a exp(+u) cosh(v) and y = b exp(-u) sinh(v).
  • Another participant seeks clarification on whether the goal is to solve for u and v in terms of x and y.
  • A participant clarifies that they are trying to express x and y solely in terms of u and v, indicating a need for understanding the coefficients a and b.
  • There is a repeated emphasis on the desire to express x and y only in terms of u and v, highlighting uncertainty about the coefficients a and b.
  • A participant expresses frustration at the lack of further responses to their inquiry.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus, as there is confusion regarding the direction of the conversion and the role of the coefficients a and b. Multiple viewpoints are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks clarity on the definitions and values of the coefficients a and b, which are critical for the conversion process. There are also unresolved questions about the relationships between the variables.

Bruno Tolentino
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Are you trying to solve for u and v in terms of x and y?
 
No! The oposite this! I'm trying to solve for x and y in terms of u and v!
 
Bruno Tolentino said:
No! The oposite this! I'm trying to solve for x and y in terms of u and v!
That's exactly what you already have:
x = a exp(+u) cosh(v)
y = b exp(-u) sinh(v)
 
But I want to express x and y only in terms of u and v, only! I don't know what's the coefficients a and b in terms of u and v...
 
No more answers?
 

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