How to solve this problem using laplace transform?

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The discussion revolves around solving a differential equation using the Laplace transform, specifically the equation y'' - y' - 2y = 4t². Participants are exploring the process of finding the inverse Laplace transform of certain terms derived from this equation.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

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  • Participants discuss the use of Laplace transform tables and the application of partial fractions to find the inverse transforms. There is a focus on the specific terms 1/s² and 1/s³, with questions about their inverse transforms and references to integration as a potential method for deriving these results.

Discussion Status

Some participants have provided references to Laplace transform tables and pointed out the absence of specific conversions in the resources shared. There is an ongoing exploration of general formulas related to the inverse transforms, with suggestions for deriving results through integration based on known transforms.

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Participants are working within the constraints of homework guidelines, which may limit the extent of direct assistance. The original poster has shared an attempted solution, but there appears to be uncertainty regarding the application of the Laplace transform to the specific terms in question.

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Homework Statement


The differential equation given:
y''-y'-2y=4t2

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The Attempt at a Solution


I used the laplace transform table to construct this equation,and then I did partial fraction for finding the inverse laplace transform.But I'm now stuck at finding the inverse laplace transform of 1/s^3 and 1/s^2...

And the attached photo is the attempted solution.
https://www.physicsforums.com/attachments/92000
 

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haha1234 said:

Homework Statement


The differential equation given:
y''-y'-2y=4t2

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


I used the laplace transform table to construct this equation,and then I did partial fraction for finding the inverse laplace transform.But I'm now stuck at finding the inverse laplace transform of 1/s^3 and 1/s^2...

And the attached photo is the attempted solution.
https://www.physicsforums.com/attachments/92000
I didn't verify your work, but here is a table of Laplace transforms - http://web.stanford.edu/~boyd/ee102/laplace-table.pdf
 
haha1234 said:
But there is no conversion of 1/s^3 provided!:sorry:
Look just below the one for 1/s2. It's a more general formula.
 
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haha1234 said:

Homework Statement


The differential equation given:
y''-y'-2y=4t2

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


I used the laplace transform table to construct this equation,and then I did partial fraction for finding the inverse laplace transform.But I'm now stuck at finding the inverse laplace transform of 1/s^3 and 1/s^2...

And the attached photo is the attempted solution.
https://www.physicsforums.com/attachments/92000

If you know the inverse transform of 1/s, then you can get the inverse transform of 1/s^2 by integration, and of 1/s^3 by integration again. Remember: there are some standard general transform results that are helpful. Below, let ## f(t) \leftrightarrow g(s) = {\cal L}(f)(s)##. Then:
\begin{array}{l} \displaystyle \frac{df(t)}{dt} \leftrightarrow s g(s) - f(0+)\\<br /> \int_0^t f(\tau) \, d \tau \leftrightarrow \displaystyle \frac{1}{s} g(s)<br /> \end{array}<br />
These were given specifically in the table suggested by Mark44; did you miss them?
 

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