Solving y''-6y+9y=2 with Laplace Transforms

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The discussion focuses on solving the differential equation y'' - 6y + 9y = 2 using Laplace Transforms, specifically under the constraint of not using partial fractions. The solution involves transforming the equation into the Laplace domain, yielding Y(s) = (2/s) * (1/(s-3)^2). Participants suggest utilizing convolution and the Bromwich integral for inversion, as outlined in the provided reference. The key takeaway is the application of convolution and integral methods to solve the equation without partial fractions.

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Homework Statement


y''-6y+9y=2 y(0)=y'(0)=0

*Note* Professor will NOT allow use of partial fractions, so please don't use it.

Homework Equations


Laplace transform table
Y=[y'(0)+sy(0)+ay(0)+R]/[(s^2)+as+b]

The Attempt at a Solution


Y=L(2)/(s-3)^2
L(2)=2/s
Y=(2/s)[1/(s-3)^2]
Y=2*1/[s^3-6s^2+9s]
From here I cannot figure out how to continue without using partial fractions since I can't get the roots, from which I would be able to invert and use the Laplace Transform table.
 
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so you have
[tex]Y(s) = F(s)G(s)[/tex]
with
[tex]F(s)=\frac{2}{s}[/tex]
[tex]G(s)=\frac{1}{(s-3)^2}[/tex]

how about consider f(t) and g(t) and using a convolution, if you don't know how to do this have a look at 1.7 in
http://www.vibrationdata.com/math/Laplace_Transforms.pdf
 


You could also invert Y(s) using the Bromwich integral
[tex]y(t)=\frac{1}{2\pi i}\int_{\gamma-i\infty}^{\gamma+i\infty} Y(s)e^{st}\,ds[/tex].
 

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