Laplace Transform with IVP and completing the square

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Homework Help Overview

The discussion revolves around solving a second-order linear ordinary differential equation using the Laplace Transform, specifically addressing the initial value problem (IVP) with given initial conditions.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • The original poster attempts to apply the Laplace Transform to the differential equation and isolate Y(s). They express uncertainty about how to apply partial fraction decomposition to find y(t).
  • Some participants suggest alternative approaches to splitting Y(s) into simpler components before applying the inverse transform, indicating a preference for a different method of decomposition.
  • Questions arise regarding the application of the inverse Laplace Transform and the setup of partial fractions.

Discussion Status

Participants are actively exploring different methods for decomposing Y(s) and applying the inverse transform. Some guidance has been provided regarding the setup for partial fraction decomposition, but no consensus has been reached on the best approach.

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The discussion includes references to specific algebraic manipulations and transformations, with participants questioning the effectiveness of different strategies in the context of the problem.

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Homework Statement


Use the Laplace Transform to solve: y"+2y'+2y=t y(0)=y'(0)=1

Homework Equations


L{y(t)} = Y(s)
L{y'(t)} = sY(s)-y(s)
L{y"(t)} = s2Y(s)-sy(0)-y'(0)
using the laplace transform table: tn = n!/(sn+1) where n=1

The Attempt at a Solution


Take laplace on both sides:
L{y"(t)} + 2L{y'(t)} + 2L{y(t)} = L{t}
s2Y(s) - sy(0) - y'(0) + 2[sY(s)-y(0)] + 2Y(s) = 1/s2

after plugging in the initial conditions I get:
s2Y(s) - s - 3 + 2sY(s) + 2Y(s) = 1/s2

isolate Y(s):
Y(s)[s2+2s+2] = 1/s2 + s + 3
Y(s) = (1/s2 + s + 3) / (s2+2s+2)
I completed the square in the denominator to get: (m+1)2+1

Y(s) = s / [(s2+1)(s+3)2-8]

Take the Laplace inverse
L-1{ s / [(s2+1)(s+3)2-8]}

I add and subtract 3 in the numerator to get:
L-1{ (s+3)-3 / [(s2+1)(s+3)2-8]}

Use linearity property of inverse transform to get from L-1{Y(s)} to y(t):
L-1{ (s+3) / [(s2+1)(s+3)2-8]} - 3L-1{ 1 / [(s2+1)(s+3)2-8}

How do I apply partial fraction decomposition to get y(t)?
 
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Right after you completed the square in the denominator, I would have split it up there to:
Y(s)=1/(s^2(s^2+2s+2)) + (s+3)/(s^2+2s+2) = u+v
There we can see that
v=(s+1)/(s^2+2s+2) +2/(s^2+2s+2) so
L-1{v}=e^(-t)(cos(t)+2sin(t))
Now partial fractions with just u= 1/(s^2(s^2+2s+2)) is easier than what you tried to do.
Set it up as:
u=A/s+B/s^2+(Cs+D)/1/(s^2+2s+2). Now find A,B,C,and D and you'll be home free.
 
Right after you completed the square in the denominator, I would have split it up there to:
Y(s)=1/(s^2(s^2+2s+2)) + (s+3)/(s^2+2s+2) = u+v
There we can see that
v=(s+1)/(s^2+2s+2) +2/(s^2+2s+2) so
L-1{v}=e^(-t)(cos(t)+2sin(t))
Now partial fractions with just u= 1/(s^2(s^2+2s+2)) is easier than what you tried to do.
Set it up as:
u=A/s+B/s^2+(Cs+D)/(s^2+2s+2). Now find A,B,C,and D and you'll be home free.
 
Thank you so much! Made my life easier.
 

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