Integrate Data in MATLAB: Solving with FOR Loops

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The discussion focuses on integrating data in MATLAB using FOR loops and the search for built-in commands that can integrate based on coordinates. Users have noted that while FOR loops can provide a solution, they may not yield accurate results, as they typically rely on approximating areas under curves through rectangles. The conversation highlights the availability of various numerical methods for integration in MATLAB, encouraging users to explore external resources for more precise functions.

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I've been reading up in the help files on MATLAB for this one, but it's a bit tricky.

I have been able to solve it on my own by using a FOR loop, but it's not completely accurate as it's just adding up rectangles at the average between two values.

Here's the problem:

Does there exist a MATLAB command that can integrate something based on just coordinates?
 
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TheFerruccio said:
I've been reading up in the help files on MATLAB for this one, but it's a bit tricky.

I have been able to solve it on my own by using a FOR loop, but it's not completely accurate as it's just adding up rectangles at the average between two values.

Here's the problem:

Does there exist a MATLAB command that can integrate something based on just coordinates?

There are different numerical methods to achieve this.
http://numericalmethods.eng.usf.edu/mtl/gen/07int/index.html

Depends what you want to use. I don't know about the built in functions but it is easier to google for numerical integration MATLAB functions which can be used by your MATLAB file.
e.g.
http://web.cecs.pdx.edu/~gerry/nmm/mfiles/byChapter.html
Scroll down to Contents of integrate directory
 

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