Why the transfer function is represented in S Domain?

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The transfer function of a system is represented in the S Domain due to the simplification of mathematical operations, which are reduced to algebraic forms. This transformation allows for easier manipulation compared to the time domain, where calculations can be more complex. The discussion highlights the preference for the S Domain over other domains, such as the Z Domain, emphasizing its efficiency in control systems analysis.

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Hi all,

I would like to know why the Transfre function of the system is represented in S Domain instead of doing all the math in time domain itself. I studied a course on control systems and i wonder why s- domain is taken instead of other domains like Z- domain and others.
Please refer belwo for an example of transfer function representation
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Thanks in advance.
 
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The math in the transformed domain is just algebra. This makes it significantly simpler than doing it in the oroginal domain.
 
Orodruin said:
The math in the transformed domain is just algebra. This makes it significantly simpler than doing it in the oroginal domain.
Thanks for answering Orodruin. I totally agree with you and i am in same impression about this. I asked this question to find if there is any specific reason other than this.
 

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