IIR - Bilinear transform - simplifying H(z)

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on simplifying the transfer function H(z) of an IIR filter designed using the Bilinear Transform method. The user presents a specific H(z) expression and seeks guidance on how to simplify it to the desired form. Key steps involve multiplying terms by (1 + z^{-1}) and collecting like powers of z to derive coefficients. The final simplified expression is confirmed to be 0.0842(1+z^{-1})^2 / (1 - 1.0281z^{-1} + 0.3651z^{-2}).

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of IIR filter design principles
  • Familiarity with the Bilinear Transform method
  • Proficiency in algebraic manipulation of polynomial expressions
  • Basic knowledge of z-transform and its properties
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  • Study the Bilinear Transform method in detail
  • Practice simplifying transfer functions in z-domain
  • Learn about the properties of IIR filters and their stability
  • Explore resources on polynomial long division and coefficient extraction
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Audio engineers, signal processing students, and anyone involved in digital filter design and implementation will benefit from this discussion.

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Homework Statement



Hello,

I'm an audio engineer with an interest in creating/implementing audio processing techniques and I'm trying to learn IIR filter design via the Bilinear Transform method. I've looked through various books and online resources but I keep on getting stuck when it comes to simplifying H(z) in the final stages of the process. I'm sure the process is relatively straight forward but I cannot figure it out. I can usually 'get' most mathematical concepts but I've had no formal training, so I assume there is something that I'm missing here...

Homework Equations



In the most recent example, I have H(z) as...

[itex]\frac{0.3752^{2}} {\frac{1-z^{-1}}{1+z^{-1}}^{2} + \sqrt{2}(0.3752)\frac{1-z^{-1}}{1+z^{-1}} + (0.3752)^{2}}[/itex]

...and I need to simplify and collect terms of like powers of z in order to get to here...

[itex]\frac{0.0842(1+z^{-1})^2} {1 - 1.0281z^-1 + 0.3651z^-2}[/itex]

The Attempt at a Solution



Unfortunately, I do not know how. I began by calculating the squared and sqroot tems then mutliplying all terms by (1 + z-1). But then I get stuck. Mostly, I'm miffed by the z-2 in the answer, where does this come from? Also, I don't see how I arrive at the coefficients.

I'd be very greatful if someone could explain how I might go about doing this. This is for my own understanding, so I need to know how I'd go about simplifying this - I already have the answer after all! I just need pointing in the right direction.
 
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