Maxwell-Boltzmann Statistics integral

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The discussion revolves around solving an integral related to Maxwell-Boltzmann statistics, a topic being studied in an electronics class. The integral presented involves constants such as WF, Ws, k, and T, and the original poster expresses difficulty in finding a solution.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

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  • Participants suggest using online tools like Wolfram Alpha for assistance, though there are concerns about the cost for definite integrals. There is also mention of a specific equation from a handout that might relate to the integral, with suggestions of manipulating the integral to match that form. The original poster notes a hint from the professor regarding the use of partial integration.

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The conversation is ongoing, with participants exploring different resources and methods. Some guidance has been offered regarding potential manipulation of the integral and the use of specific techniques, but there is no consensus on a definitive approach yet.

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The original poster indicates that they are looking for a procedure rather than just a solution, highlighting the educational context of the homework assignment.

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Hey guys, I have this homework to do, but I can't find a solution.
I need to solve this integral. It's Maxwell-Boltzmann Statistics, we are studying it in class of electronics. So, integral goes like this:
∫from Ws to ∞ [(W-Ws)(1/2)*e(WF-W)/kT]dW

I have looked it up on google, but I couldn't find the solution..
And, WF,Ws,k and T are constants...
I'll be grateful.
 
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You can try wolfram alpha but for the definite integral they'll charge you & the indefinite integral isn't of much help I don't think ...
 
Look at this attachment:
http://hep.ph.liv.ac.uk/~hock/Teaching/StatisticalPhysics-Part3-Handout.pdf

Check out Eq. 38 on page 10.

I think with some manipulation, you can get your integral into the form of Eq. 38 which should evaluate to a gamma function of some sort.
 
rude man said:
You can try wolfram alpha but for the definite integral they'll charge you & the indefinite integral isn't of much help I don't think ...
I tried using WolframAlpha, it gives me some result, and it's the right result, but I need the procedure..


SteamKing said:
Look at this attachment:
http://hep.ph.liv.ac.uk/~hock/Teachi...t3-Handout.pdf

Check out Eq. 38 on page 10.

I think with some manipulation, you can get your integral into the form of Eq. 38 which should evaluate to a gamma function of some sort.
I don't know about that, man.. Professor gave us a "hint", he told us we need to use partial integration method.
 
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