Function Definition and 1000 Threads

  1. giveortake

    Engineering Dirac Delta Function in an Ordinary Differential Equation

    1.) Laplace transform of differential equation, where L is the Laplace transform of y: s2L - sy(0) - y'(0) + 9L = -3e-πs/2 = s2L - s+ 9L = -3e-πs/2 2.) Solve for L L = (-3e-πs/2 + s) / (s2 + 9) 3.) Solve for y by performing the inverse Laplace on L Decompose L into 2 parts: L =...
  2. S

    I Operator for the local average of a growing oscillating function

    First some background, then the actual question... Background: (a) Very simple example: if we take ##Asin(x+ϕ)+0.1##, the average is obviously 0.1, which we can express as the integral over one period of the sine function. (assume that we know the period, but don't know the phase or other...
  3. L

    Minimizing as a function of variables

    As promised, here is the original question, with the integral written in a more legible form.
  4. R

    Engineering Find Vout as a function of V1 and V2 (OP Amps)

    Here's the circuit in question: Solution: Now, when I try simulating in LTSpice, this is what I get: So, Vout appears to be around -13 V, which doesn't agree with the equation if V1=V2= 5 is plugged in. Does anyone see the mistake here? THanks.
  5. Saracen Rue

    I Area enclosed by a function involving 2 power towers

    I've been playing around with Up-Arrow notation quite a lot lately and have come up with the following "thought experiment" so to speak. Consider the following function: $$f(x)=(−ln(x↑↑(2k)))↑↑(2k+1)$$ $$\text{Where }k∈\mathbb{Z} ^+$$ In the image below we can see some examples of what this...
  6. jk22

    I Integration : Are a function and it's derivative independent?

    The question is a bit confused, but it refers to if the following integration is correct : $$I=\int \frac{1}{1+f'(x)}f'(x)dx$$ $$df=f'(x)dx$$ $$\Rightarrow I=\int\frac{1}{1+f'}df=?\frac{f}{1+f'}+C$$ The last equality would come if I suppose $f,f'$ are independent variables.
  7. Schwann

    B Can PDF values be equal to zero at some given points?

    Suppose we have a function which looks like this: It seems like it meets criteria of probability density functions: this function is asymptotic to zero as x approaches infinity and also it is not negative. My question is: if at some points this function reaches zero (as I have shown above)...
  8. H

    I Polynomial approximation of a more complicated function

    There is an arbitrarily complicated function F(x,y,z). I want to find a simpler surface function G(x,y,z) which approximates F(x,y,z) within a region close to the point (x0,y0,z0). Can I write a second-order accurate equation for G if I know F(x0,y0,z0) and can compute the derivatives at the...
  9. F

    How to derive a log-antilog opamp square law transfer function?

    Firstly, this is not a homework question. I found a worksheet online with an example of a square law circuit built using log-antilog operational amplifiers. I tried to derive the transfer function but I can't seem to eliminate the reverse saturation current term ##I_S##. I would really...
  10. Wrichik Basu

    Python RecursionError at a place where I have defined no recursive function

    Here is the code that I wrote: import numpy as np global m, n, p, q, arr1, arr2def input(): # Input for first matrix: print("Enter the number of rows of the first matrix: ", end="") globals()['m'] = int(input()) print("Enter the number of columns of the first matrix: ", end="")...
  11. D

    Odd/even function and critical points

    I have ##3x^{2/3}## as an even function although there is some debate as to this in another thread I started but the (5-x) factor means the function is neither odd or even. I also see the domain as all real numbers. Hopefully this is right ? To find the critical points I differentiate f(x) to...
  12. M

    Show that the given Green Function is the propagator of a certain Lagrangian

    My fundamental issue with this exercise is that I don't really know what it means to "show that X is a propagator".. Up until know I encountered only propagators of the from ##\langle 0\vert [\phi(x),\phi(y)] \vert 0\rangle##, which in the end is a transition amplitude and can be interpreted as...
  13. Math Amateur

    MHB Complex Function Theory: Explaining Example 1.5, Section 1.2, Chapter III

    I am reading Bruce P. Palka's book: An Introduction to Complex Function Theory ... I am focused on Chapter III: Analytic Functions, Section 1.2 Differentiation Rules ... I have yet another question regarding Example 1.5, Section 1.2, Chapter III ... Example 1.5, Section 1.2, Chapter III...
  14. RicardoMP

    A What Is the Renormalized Gluon Dressing Function?

    Consider, for example, the gluon propagator $$D^{\mu\nu}(q)=-\frac{i}{q^2+i\epsilon}[D(q^2)T^{\mu\nu}_q+\xi L^{\mu\nu}_q]$$ What exactly is the renormalized gluon dressing function ##D(q^2)## and what is its definition? My interest is in knowing if I can then write the bare version of this...
  15. Math Amateur

    MHB Complex Square Root Function: Qs from Bruce P. Palka's Ex. 1.5, Ch. III

    I am reading Bruce P. Palka's book: An Introduction to Complex Function Theory ... I am focused on Chapter III: Analytic Functions, Section 1.2 Differentiation Rules ... I need further help with other aspects of Example 1.5, Section 1.2, Chapter III ... Example 1.5, Section 1.2, Chapter III...
  16. Math Amateur

    MHB Differentiating Complex Square Root Function: Bruce P. Palka, Ex. 1.5, Ch. III

    I am reading Bruce P. Palka's book: An Introduction to Complex Function Theory ... I am focused on Chapter III: Analytic Functions, Section 1.2 Differentiation Rules ... I need help with an aspect of Example 1.5, Section 1.2, Chapter III ... Example 1.5, Section 1.2, Chapter III, reads as...
  17. Wi_N

    If f''(x)=0, how do you find the convexity of the function?

    so ergo the function is neither convex nor concave. but graphing it in a machine it looks convex...
  18. S

    Is the Scrambler Function in JESD204B Part of the Data Link Layer?

    Hi, in some standards such as JESD204B or DVB-S2 a so called scrambler function is defined. As far as I understand this scrambler is a means of spreading spectrum but in data link layer. Is it correct? Senmeis
  19. arcTomato

    I How to derive the Fourier transform of a comb function

    Dear all. I'm learning about the discrete Fourier transform. ##I(\nu) \equiv \int_{-\infty}^{\infty} i(t) e^{2 \pi \nu i t} d t=\frac{N}{T} \sum_{\ell=-\infty}^{\infty} \delta\left(\nu-\ell \frac{N}{T}\right)## this ##i(t)## is comb function ##i(t)=\sum_{k=-\infty}^{\infty}...
  20. K

    Piecewise Function: Intervals of Increase/Decrease & Extremes/Asymptotes

    a) At which intervals are f strictly increasing and at what intervals are f strictly decreasing. Should I just find the derivative of both of the functions? If so, I get that the function is increasing at the intervals (−∞,0) and (0,∞). Is this right, or can I just say that the function is...
  21. K

    Optimizing Walking Time with a Function: Finding the Best Path to KFC

    Ok. So if i sketch the curve I can see that this pound has a shape of a square. Ann and KFC has the same distance from the pond. I'm able to calculate the time for Ann to walk around the pond, and if she walks in a straight line from where she stands to KFC. If she walks around it will take...
  22. Prabs3257

    Kinetic energy as a function of time

    I got acceleration by dividing force by m then replaced a by dv/dt and then integrated it to get velocity as a fxn of time and hence got kinetic energy but problem is my ans does not match with any option can someone please compare their ans
  23. bhobba

    A Does The Use Of The Zeta Function Bypass Renormalization

    I am trying to figure out if the use of the Zeta function allows renormalization to be bypassed. I have formed a preliminary view but would like to hear what others think: http://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/viewdoc/download?doi=10.1.1.570.4579&rep=rep1&type=pdf Thanks Bill
  24. megf

    I Probability Density Function of the Product of Independent Variables

    How do I find the probabilty density function of a variable y being y=ab, knowing the probabilty density functions of both a and b? I know how to use the method to calculate it for a/b - which gives 1/pi*(a²/b²+1) - using variable substitution and the jacobian matrix and determinant, but which...
  25. S

    Determine the range of a function using parameter differentiation

    The strategy here would probably be to find a differential equation that ##f## satisfies, but differentiating with respect to ##x## using Leibniz rule yields ##f'=\int_x^{2x} (-te^{-t^2x}) \ dt + \frac{2e^{-4x^3}-e^{-x^3}}{x}## Continuing to differentiate will yield the integral term again...
  26. N

    Variance of a function which has diverging <x^2>

    I found that <x> of p(x) = 1/π(x2 + 1) is 0. But its <x^2> diverges. I don't know if there are other ways of interpreting it besides saying that the variance is infinity. I usually don't see variance being infinity, so I'm not sure if my answer is correct. So, can variance be infinity? And does...
  27. Haynes Kwon

    I Fourier Transform of the Wave function

    Given that the wave function represented in momentum space is a Fourier transform of the wave function in configuration space, is the conjugate of the wave function in p-space is the conjugate of the whole transformation integral?
  28. olgerm

    I Wave function for a helium atom

    Can you say whether I understood these things correctly? to get condition on wavefunction ##\Psi## for a system that consists of 2 electrons(without taking spin into account) and helium nuclei I can solve schrödinger equation: ##i*\frac{\partial \Psi}{\partial...
  29. M

    Mathematica How Can I Fix My DSolve Output to Work as a Function?

    Hi PF! The following is a simple ODE I'm solving via DSolve. However, the solution, which I call uEven, does not work as a typical function. Note the last two lines are different. Does anyone know how to fix this, so that I can differentiate and integrate the output of this ODE without...
  30. C

    Mathematica Defining a piecewise function in Mathematica

    Hello everyone. I am trying to do a 2D Shannon interpolation, but I cannot use a sinc because later on this expression goes in an optimization software that doesn't recognize it. I have defined my own version of sinc as: sincC = Piecewise[{(Sin[Pi* #]/(Pi*(#))), # >= 1}, {1 - (#^2)/6 +...
  31. A

    MHB Proof that S (the successor function) is, in fact a Function.

    In axioms containg S one invariably finds: Sx = Sy -----> x = y The converse, which characterizes S as a function: x = y ------> Sx = Sy Is never shown. Neither is it shown as an Axiom of FOL or formal Theory of Arithmetic. From the basic axioms and rules of FOL, how does one go about...
  32. Arman777

    Solve $$\int_{∞}^{∞}dxf(x)\delta((x-x_1))$$: Dirac Delta Function

    If the question was $$ \int_{∞}^{∞}dxf(x)δ((x - x_1)) = ? $$ The answer would be ##f(x_1)## So the delta function has two roots, I searched the web and some books but I am not sure what approach should I use here. I guess there's sometihng happens when ##x_1 = -x_2##. So I am not sure what...
  33. AutGuy98

    MHB Prove f is One-to-One: (a) and (b) | Help with Choosing Inverse Formula

    Hey guys, got another question for you to look at and hopefully help me out on. For each of the following functions, prove that f is one to one on E and find a formula for the inverse function f-1. (a) f(x)=x2+3x-6 and E=[-3/2,infinity). (b) f(x)=((x)/(x2+1)) and E=[-1,1]. Please help me...
  34. K

    I Is the Likelihood Function a Multivariate Gaussian Near a Minimum?

    Hello! I am reading Data Reduction and Error Analysis by Bevington, 3rd Edition and in Chapter 8.1, Variation of ##\chi^2## Near a Minimum he states that for enough data the likelihood function becomes a Gaussian function of each parameter, with the mean being the value that minimizes the...
  35. barryj

    Having trouble finding the derivative of an inverse function

    Summary: Please see the attached problem and solution The answer is 1/5. I have tried various solutions and cannot get 1/5. What is my error? [Moderator's note: Moved from a technical forum and thus no template.]
  36. SLTH02

    Determine the potential energy function of the charged particle

    I understand that you need to integrate f(x), and the negative of that is U(x). But the last part of the problem says "Clearly state any assumptions you make." And the answer is just the antiderivative of that f(x) without any constant from integrationHow does that make sense
  37. Beelzedad

    I Multiple integral Jacobian confusion

    Consider a continuous charge distribution in volume ##V'##. Draw a closed surface ##S## inside the volume ##V'##. ___________________________________________________________________________ Consider the following multiple integral: ##\displaystyle B= \iint_S \Biggl( \iiint_{V'}...
  38. barryj

    I want to see the plot of an inverse function -- can I use a TI84?

    Summary: I am studying inverse functions and want to see a plot of an inverse function. I hope this is an OK post here. Lets say I have a function y = x^3 + x. This function has n inverse sine the derivitave is always positive and is a one on one function. I can easily graph this function...
  39. JorgeM

    I 2nd order Taylor Series for a function in 3 or more variables?

    I have taken a look but most books and Online stuff just menctions the First order Taylor for 3 variables or the 2nd order Taylor series for just 2 variables. Could you please tell me which is the general expression for 2nd order Taylor series in 3 or more variables? Because I have not found...
  40. JorgeM

    I Is this Dirac delta function integral correct?

    I have to integrate this expression so I started to solve the delta part from the fact that when n=0 it results equals to 1. And the graph is continuous in segments I thought as the sumation of integers $$ \int_{-(n+1/2)π}^{(n+1/2)π} δ(sin(x)) \, dx $$ From the fact that actually $$ δ(sin(x))=...
  41. V

    Find the derivative of the function V(P)= k/P

    I tried to find the derivative of the function V(P)= k/P which I found to be: V'(P) = kP-1 V'(P) = (1)(-1)(P)-1-1 = -1/(P2) And then I substituted in 1.30 into the derivative to obtain -0.5917 L/atm. And I am kind of confused how to actually find the derivative of this. I thought I was on...
  42. Haynes Kwon

    I Why does the square of the amplitude of a wave function represent P?

    Born's postulate suggests if a particle is described a wave function ψ(r,t) the probability of finding the particle at a certain point is ψ*ψ. How does this work and why?
  43. starstruck_

    Determine the singularity type of the given function (Theo. Phys)

    NOTE: Was not sure where to post this as it is a math question, but a part of my "Theoretical Physics" course. I have no idea where to start this and am probably doing this mathematically incorrect. given the function f(z) = cos(z+1/z) there should exist a singular point at z=0 as at z = 0...
  44. V

    MHB Effect of Perturbation on Gradient Descent Sequence

    Consider a function $f\in\mathcal{C}^2$ with Lipschitz continuous gradient (with constant $L$)- we also assume the function is lowerbounded and has at least one minimum. Let $\{x^k\}_k$ be the sequence generated by Gradient Descent algorithm with initial point $x^0$ and step-size $0<\alpha<2/L$...
  45. H

    I Nearly constant 0 result from a trig function

    Interpolating a straight line with a trigonometric function. In Matlab I ended up with this expression. fplot(@(x)(.0000001*cos(x*2*pi)+10), [0 1]) Would anyone like to discuss what this could be used in?
  46. dRic2

    I Wave function of a scattered particle and cross section

    In Landau-Lifsits's book about non relativistic QM it is said that if I have a particle described by a plane wave ##\phi = e^{ikz}## (I think he choses the ##z## direction for simplicity) the wave function after the scattering event is (far from the scattering event) $$\psi \approx e^{ikz} +...
  47. Haorong Wu

    How to calculate a wave function in time t

    I use the equation ##\psi \left ( x, t \right ) = e^{-iEt/\hbar} \psi \left ( x,0 \right )## to calculate ##\psi \left ( x , t \right)##, and the result is ##\psi \left ( x , t \right) = \frac 1 {\sqrt {2 \pi \hbar}} exp \left [ \frac {ip_0 x} {\hbar} - \frac {i p^2 t} {2m \hbar} \right...
  48. B

    Function for the Thrust of a Ducted Fan

    I'd like to design a ducted fan capable of generating 800 N of thrust. Though I can do fairly high level math, I just really don't even know where to start in calculating (or at least relatively accurately estimating the thrust generated by a propeller, particularly a ducted one (as I understand...
  49. R

    MHB Solution to function with power greater than 4

    Why we can't use radical to solve an equations with power greater than 4?
  50. S

    Finding the limit of a multivariable function

    If one approaches the origin from where ##x_2=0##, the terms ##x^2_1x_2+x^2_2x_3## in the denominator equal ##0##. Substituting ##|\textbf{x}|^2## for ##t## yields the expression ##\frac{e^t-1}{t}##, which has limit 1 as ##\textbf{x}\to\textbf{0}## and thus ##t\to0##. So the limit should be 1 if...
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