What are the different forms of Fourier notation and how are they connected?

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The discussion focuses on the three primary forms of Fourier notation: the "real cartesian," "real polar," and "complex polar." The real cartesian form is expressed as a(ω)cos(ωt) + b(ω)sin(ωt), while the real polar form is A(ω)cos(ωt - φ(ω)), with relationships defined by A² = a² + b², sin(φ) = b/A, cos(φ) = a/A, and tan(φ) = b/a. The complex polar form is represented as A(ω)exp(iφ(ω))exp(iωt). The discussion also raises questions about the existence of a "complex cartesian" form and the connection between real and complex forms, which is established through the Euler identity: exp(ix) = cos(x) + isin(x).

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The Fourier integrals and series can be written of 3 forms (possibly of 4):

the "real cartesian":
a(ω)cos(ωt) + b(ω)sin(ωt)

the "real polar":
A(ω)cos(ωt - φ(ω))

where:
A² = a² + b²
sin(φ) = b/A
cos(φ) = a/A
tan(φ) = b/a

the "complex polar"
A(ω)exp(iφ(ω))exp(iωt)

And my doubts are: 1) exist a "complex cartesian" correspondent? 2) is possible to connect the real forms with the complex forms?
 
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The Euler identity is the connection.
exp(ix) = cos(x) + isin(x)
 

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