Initial value ODE with shifting forcing function

In summary, the conversation discusses using Laplace Transform to solve an ODE, specifically transforming U(s+5)/(s-12) to the time domain. It is suggested to use the shifting property and the known Laplace transform of the step function u(t).
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Use laplace Transform to solve this ode:
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So I got:

sV(s)-V(0)-12V(s)=U(s+5)
V(s)(s-12)=U(s+5)+1
V(s)=[U(s+5)+1]/(s-12)

Now to go back to time domain with Inverse Laplace Transform...My question is, how to transform U(s+5)/(s-12)?

Any help?

Thanks guys
 
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I think it may help you to know that u(t) is the standard symbol for the step function, which has a known Laplace transform. Check your tables.
 
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@Twigg , can you shed some lights on Laplace Transform of e^(at)*u(t)?

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I'm pretty sure you just apply the shifting property to the Laplace transform of the Heaviside step function. The Laplace transform of ##u(t)## is ##\frac{1}{s}##, so the Laplace transform of ##e^{-5t} u(t)## is ##\frac{1}{s + 5}##. Just like you did in your first post.
 
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1. What is an initial value ODE?

An initial value ODE (ordinary differential equation) is a type of mathematical equation that describes the relationship between a function and its derivatives. It is characterized by having one or more initial conditions, which are values of the function and its derivatives at a specific point in time.

2. What is a shifting forcing function?

A shifting forcing function is a mathematical function that affects the behavior of an initial value ODE by causing it to shift or change over time. This function can be expressed as a function of the independent variable or as a function of the dependent variable and its derivatives.

3. How do you solve an initial value ODE with a shifting forcing function?

The solution to an initial value ODE with a shifting forcing function can be found by using various techniques such as separation of variables, the method of integration factors, or the Laplace transform. It is important to first identify the type of ODE and choose an appropriate method for solving it.

4. What are some real-life examples of initial value ODEs with shifting forcing functions?

Initial value ODEs with shifting forcing functions can be used to model a variety of phenomena in the fields of physics, engineering, and biology. Examples include the motion of a pendulum with air resistance, the growth of a bacterial population under changing environmental conditions, and the behavior of an electrical circuit with time-varying inputs.

5. How does the behavior of an initial value ODE with a shifting forcing function change over time?

The behavior of an initial value ODE with a shifting forcing function can change dramatically over time depending on the specific form of the forcing function. In some cases, the solution may approach a steady state or periodic behavior, while in others it may exhibit chaotic or unpredictable behavior. The exact behavior can be determined by analyzing the differential equation and its initial conditions.

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