Time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function

In summary, the equation for the spherical wave in a fluid with a point source can be written as ∫f(t)δ(x-y)dV(x) over the volume V. The text explains that the sampling properties of the delta function over a small spherical volume allows for simplification of the equation to -f(t). This is because the time dependent factor f(t) can be taken out of the integration, leaving an integral over all space of the delta function, which equals 1. This explanation is found in the book Fundamentals of Non destructive evaluation by Lester Schmerr.
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chiraganand
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Ok so for equations of spherical wave in fluid the point source is modeled as a body force term which is given by time dependent 3 dimensional dirac delta function f=f(t)δ(x-y) x and y are vectors.
so we reach an equation with ∫f(t)δ(x-y)dV(x) over the volume V. In the textbook it then says that using sampling properties of dirac delta over a small spherical volume
∫f(t)δ(x-y)dV(x)=-f(t)
Can someone please explain to me what this means?? and how the final answer was got?
I know the properties of the dirac delta function but here it's time dependent and 3d so how do i get the corresponding answer?
The book is Fundamentals of Non destructive evaluation by lester schmerr
 
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The time dependent factor f(t) is not part of the delta function. It therefore can be taken out of the integration, since the integral does not involve time. This leaves you wth an integral over all space of the delta function, which equals 1.
 
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MarcusAgrippa said:
The time dependent factor f(t) is not part of the delta function. It therefore can be taken out of the integration, since the integral does not involve time. This leaves you wth an integral over all space of the delta function, which equals 1.
Ah alright.. I thought this would be the answer but wasn't sure.. thanks a ton!
 

1. What is a time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function?

A time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function is a mathematical function that represents a point in space and time where the function is equal to infinity, except at the origin where it is equal to zero. It is used in physics and engineering to model point sources of energy or mass in three-dimensional space that vary with time.

2. How is a time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function different from a regular dirac delta function?

A regular dirac delta function is a one-dimensional function that only varies with one coordinate, while a time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function varies with three coordinates (x, y, and z) as well as time. This makes the time dependent function more complex and useful for modeling dynamic systems.

3. What is the role of the time variable in a time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function?

The time variable represents the time at which the point source is active. This allows the function to vary with time, making it more applicable to real-world scenarios where energy or mass sources may change over time.

4. How is a time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function used in physics?

In physics, the time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function is used to model point sources of energy or mass in three-dimensional space that vary with time. It is commonly used in quantum mechanics, electromagnetism, and fluid dynamics to describe the behavior of particles or fields in dynamic systems.

5. Can a time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function have negative values?

No, by definition, the time dependent three dimensional dirac delta function is always equal to zero except at the origin where it is equal to infinity. This means it cannot have negative values, as it represents a point in space and time where the function is concentrated at a single point with no spread in any direction.

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