Residue Theorem: Finding the Integral of z^3e^(-1/z^2) over |z|=5

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The discussion revolves around using the residue theorem to evaluate the integral of the function z^3e^(-1/z^2) over the contour |z|=5. Participants are exploring the nature of the singularity at z=0 and the implications for applying the residue theorem.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Conceptual clarification

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss identifying the pole at z=0 and its order, with some attempting to calculate the residue directly. Questions arise about the correct method for finding the residue, including whether to use the limit definition or to expand the function into a Laurent series.

Discussion Status

There is an ongoing exploration of different methods to find the residue, with some participants suggesting that expanding the exponential function into a Laurent series is necessary due to the nature of the singularity. Clarifications are being sought regarding the application of the residue theorem and the characteristics of the singularity.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that the exponential function does not have a pole or a removable singularity, which influences their approach to finding the residue. The discussion reflects uncertainty about the correct application of the residue theorem in this context.

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Homework Statement


use the residue theorem to find the value of the integral,
integral of z^3e^{\frac{-1}{z^2}} over the contour |z|=5

The Attempt at a Solution


When I first look at this I see we have a pole at z=0 , because we can't divide by zero in the exponential term.
and a pole of order 2, So I multiply the function by the function that causes the singularity , and take the first derivative of that and evaluate it at z=0,
this give me 2pi*i[3z^2] but this gives me 0,
my book says the answer should be i*pi , which I can find from the Laurent series , but I can't seem to get it using the residue theorem.
 
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cragar said:

Homework Statement


use the residue theorem to find the value of the integral,
integral of z^3e^{\frac{-1}{z^2}} over the contour |z|=5

The Attempt at a Solution


When I first look at this I see we have a pole at z=0 , because we can't divide by zero in the exponential term.
and a pole of order 2, So I multiply the function by the function that causes the singularity , and take the first derivative of that and evaluate it at z=0,
this give me 2pi*i[3z^2] but this gives me 0,
I'm not sure that I understand. Are you directly calculating Res(f,0) = limz->0(z⋅f(z))?
 
so the exponential function, does not have a pole or a removable singularity, since it does not have a pole , I think I just have to expand it in a Laurent series to find the residue, I am trying to find the value of that integral over the circle |z|=5, and I am trying to use the residue theorem ,
 
cragar said:
so the exponential function, does not have a pole or a removable singularity, since it does not have a pole , I think I just have to expand it in a Laurent series to find the residue, I am trying to find the value of that integral over the circle |z|=5, and I am trying to use the residue theorem ,
I understand that you are trying to use the residue theorem, but what are the details of how you doing that? Are you directly calculating Res(f,0) = limz->0(z⋅f(z))? Or are you trying some other way to find the coefficient of the 1/z term of the Laurent series?
 
I expanded the exponential as a Laurent series , then I multiplied by z^3, and then found the 1/z term , other ways won't work because its not a pole ,
 
cragar said:
I expanded the exponential as a Laurent series , then I multiplied by z^3, and then found the 1/z term , other ways won't work because its not a pole ,
I'll buy that. It is an essential singularity.
 
thanks for helping me clear it up.
 

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