Laplace Transform Homework: Finding f(t)

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SUMMARY

The discussion focuses on finding the Laplace transform of a piecewise function defined as f(t) = { t, 0 ≤ t < 4; 5, t ≥ 4 }. The correct approach involves calculating the integral F(s) = ∫₀⁴ e^(-st)·t dt + ∫₄ⁿ e^(-st)·5 dt. Participants confirm that this method is valid and emphasize that calculating the two integrals is the next necessary step in the process.

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  • Understanding of Laplace transforms
  • Familiarity with piecewise functions
  • Knowledge of integration techniques
  • Basic concepts of exponential functions
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  • Calculate the integral ∫₀⁴ e^(-st)·t dt
  • Calculate the integral ∫₄ⁿ e^(-st)·5 dt
  • Learn about the properties of Laplace transforms
  • Explore applications of Laplace transforms in solving differential equations
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Students studying engineering mathematics, particularly those focusing on differential equations and Laplace transforms, as well as educators looking for examples of piecewise function transformations.

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Homework Statement



I'm a little a bit confused about the following exercise because of the two segments of the function. How can we find the Laplace transform of this function

f(t) = \begin {cases} t , 0\le t &lt; 4 \\<br /> 5 , t\ge 4\end {cases}



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The Attempt at a Solution



Is this right??
F(s) = \int_0^{\infty}e^{ - st}f(t)dt
= \int_0^{4}e^{ - st}\cdot{t}\,dt + \int_{4}^{\infty}e^{ - st}\cdot{5}\,dt

Thanks in advance!
 
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Yes, that is correct. As a first step ofcourse ;)
 
xepma said:
Yes, that is correct. As a first step ofcourse ;)

What do you mean as a first step??
Then I will calculate the two integrals. Is it Ok??

Thanks xepma!
 

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