Laplace & Inverse Laplace Transforms

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The discussion focuses on the Laplace and Inverse Laplace Transforms, specifically addressing the transforms of functions like L[f(t)] = 1/(s^2 + 1)^2 + 1/(s^2 + 1) and L[f(t)] = ln(s + a). The inverse Laplace transform of 1/(s^2 + 1) is established as sin(t), while the squared form requires advanced techniques, including the nth derivative method. The logarithmic function ln(s + a) does not correspond to any elementary function's Laplace transform, indicating a need for specialized approaches in inversion.

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Homework Statement


L[f(t)]= 1/(s^2+1)^2 + 1/(s^2+1)
L[f(t)]= ln(s+a) where 'a' is a constant

Homework Equations


The Attempt at a Solution


I know that the inverse laplace of 1/(s^2+1) is sin(t), but how do I deal with the squared form of it.

I have never encountered a logarithmic funcion for laplace, so can it be inverted back to f(t) with some of the common solution of conversion?

Thanks
 
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2RIP said:

Homework Statement


L[f(t)]= 1/(s^2+1)^2 + 1/(s^2+1)
L[f(t)]= ln(s+a) where 'a' is a constant


Homework Equations





The Attempt at a Solution


I know that the inverse laplace of 1/(s^2+1) is sin(t), but how do I deal with the squared form of it.

I have never encountered a logarithmic funcion for laplace, so can it be inverted back to f(t) with some of the common solution of conversion?

Thanks
For the first problem, and using a table of Laplace transforms, I see that:
L(1/(2w^2)(sin (wt) - wt cos(wt)) = 1/(s^2 + w^2)^2
and L(sin(wt)) = w/(s^2 + w^2)

I'm stumped on the other problem
 
No elementary function has ln(s+a) as its Laplace transform.
 
f(t) = (-t)^n[f(t)]
F(s) = F(s)^nth derivative

I believe that's what I got to do for the second one. thanks
 

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