Solve Integral Homework Equation w/ Defined Fns

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In summary, the problem is to find the integral \int_0^{\infty}\gamma^{a}(\gamma^2+\gamma)^{\frac{n+1}{2}}\,\mbox{exp}[-\gamma(s+\zeta)]\,K_{n+1}\left(2\,\sqrt{\frac{(\gamma^2+\gamma)(j+1)}{\rho}}\right)\,d\gamma using defined functions. Integration by parts may be a useful technique in simplifying the integral and possibly expressing it in terms of known functions.
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Homework Statement



I need to find the follwoing integral in closed form using defined functions.

Homework Equations



[tex]\int_0^{\infty}\gamma^{a}(\gamma^2+\gamma)^{\frac{n+1}{2}}\,\mbox{exp}[-\gamma(s+\zeta)]\,K_{n+1}\left(2\,\sqrt{\frac{(\gamma^2+\gamma)(j+1)}{\rho}}\right)\,d\gamma[/tex]

where [tex]K_v(.)[/tex] is the modified Bessel function of the second kind and [tex]v^{th}[/tex] order.

The Attempt at a Solution



I didn't find a similar expression in the table of integrals.
 
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However, I suggest using integration by parts to simplify the integral and possibly express it in terms of known functions. First, let's rewrite the integral using the definition of the modified Bessel function:

\int_0^{\infty}\gamma^{a}(\gamma^2+\gamma)^{\frac{n+1}{2}}\,\mbox{exp}[-\gamma(s+\zeta)]\,\frac{1}{2}\left(\frac{2\,\sqrt{\frac{(\gamma^2+\gamma)(j+1)}{\rho}}}{\gamma}\right)^{n+1}\,d\gamma

Now, we can use integration by parts with u = \gamma^a(\gamma^2+\gamma)^{\frac{n+1}{2}} and dv = \mbox{exp}[-\gamma(s+\zeta)]\,\frac{1}{2}\left(\frac{2\,\sqrt{\frac{(\gamma^2+\gamma)(j+1)}{\rho}}}{\gamma}\right)^{n+1}\,d\gamma. This will simplify the integral and possibly lead to an expression in terms of known functions. Good luck!
 

What is an integral equation?

An integral equation is a mathematical equation that involves an unknown function within an integral. It is used to describe a relationship between a function and its integral.

What are defined functions?

Defined functions are mathematical functions that have a specific domain and range. They are typically given by an equation or a set of rules and can be evaluated for specific inputs.

How do you solve an integral homework equation?

To solve an integral homework equation with defined functions, you will need to rewrite the equation in terms of the defined functions and use known integration techniques to evaluate the integral.

What are some common integration techniques?

Some common integration techniques include substitution, integration by parts, partial fractions, and trigonometric substitution. Each technique is used for different types of integrals and can be applied to solve various integral equations.

Can integral equations have multiple solutions?

Yes, integral equations can have multiple solutions. This is because there may be more than one function that satisfies the given relationship between a function and its integral. However, in some cases, there may only be one unique solution.

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