Mastering Integrals for Electrodynamics Students

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This discussion focuses on solving specific integrals relevant to electrodynamics students, particularly the integrals (1-a(1-x^2))^(-3/2) and x*(x^2-a*x+b)^(-3/2). The recommended approach for the first integral involves a clever substitution, such as y = 1/x, and completing the square for simplification. These techniques are essential for tackling complex integrals encountered in electrodynamics coursework.

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Two types of integrals that are coming up in electrodynamics that I don't know how to do:

(1-a(1-x^2))^(-3/2) with x as the integration variable.

And the related and more nasty:

x*(x^2-a*x+b))^(-3/2)

What is the formula for doing these?

Thanks!
 
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You can do at least the first one with a clever substitution. Sometimes in this kind of problems, substituting first y = 1/x helps.
 

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