Why Use Half Range Fourier Series for Functions Like x and x^2?

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The discussion centers on the application of Half Range Fourier Series for functions such as x and x^2 defined between 0 and π. Extending these functions results in a Fourier series that approximates the original function, which is particularly useful in generating sawtooth or triangle signals. These signals have practical applications, such as in CRT televisions for pixel tracing. The process is not merely theoretical; it serves significant real-world purposes in signal processing.

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If we have a standard function like x or x^2 defined between 0 and pi. Then why should we be interested in extending this function to give a Fourier series which resembles this function between 0 and pi? What is the whole purpose of this process? Does it have any real life application or is it just a mathematical exercise?
 
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matqkks said:
If we have a standard function like x or x^2 defined between 0 and pi. Then why should we be interested in extending this function to give a Fourier series which resembles this function between 0 and pi? What is the whole purpose of this process? Does it have any real life application or is it just a mathematical exercise?

Hi matqkks!

If we have $x$ between $0$ and $\pi$ and extend it to give a Fourier series, we have a sawtooth or triangle signal.

This type of signal is used for instance in a (CRT) television for tracing the pixels on the screen.
 

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