Sinc^2 as a delta function representation?

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The discussion revolves around the mathematical representation of the sinc squared function as a delta function, specifically exploring the limit of a particular expression as time approaches infinity. The context is rooted in research rather than homework.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the limit of the expression involving sin² and its relation to the delta function, questioning how to prove this relationship and determine the proportionality coefficient. There is also mention of the need for normalization in the representation.

Discussion Status

Some participants suggest that the expression with an additional normalization factor may fulfill the requirements for representing the delta function. There appears to be a productive exploration of the mathematical properties involved, though no consensus is reached on the final form.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that a proper representation of the delta function must have an integral equal to 1, indicating that further adjustments may be necessary beyond a simple constant normalization.

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Hi, it's actually not homework but a part of my research.

I intuitively see that:

[itex]\lim_{t \rightarrow \infty} \frac{sin^2[(x-a)t]}{(x-a)^2} \propto \delta(x-a)[/itex]

I know it's certainly true of [itex]sinc[/itex], but I couldn't find any information about [itex]sinc^2[/itex]. Could someone give me a hint on how I could prove it, and find the proportionality coefficient?
 
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Loro said:
Hi, it's actually not homework but a part of my research.

I intuitively see that:

[itex]\lim_{t \rightarrow \infty} \frac{sin^2[(x-a)t]}{(x-a)^2} \propto \delta(x-a)[/itex]

I know it's certainly true of [itex]sinc[/itex], but I couldn't find any information about [itex]sinc^2[/itex]. Could someone give me a hint on how I could prove it, and find the proportionality coefficient?

A representation of the delta function should have integral 1. Put a=0 and integrate it. You'll find it needs more than just a constant normalization.
 
Thanks, so it seems:

[itex]\lim_{t \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{\pi t} \frac{sin^2[(x-a)t]}{(x-a)^2}[/itex]

does what I want.
 
Loro said:
Thanks, so it seems:

[itex]\lim_{t \rightarrow \infty} \frac{1}{\pi t} \frac{sin^2[(x-a)t]}{(x-a)^2}[/itex]

does what I want.

Sounds right.
 

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