A triple integral involving deltas

In summary, The integral in question is (x^2+32*z^2)*cos(y)*e^(x-4*z) delta(x-1) delta (y-pi) delta(z-.25) dx, dy dz with limits of -infinity to infinity. The user attempts to solve it by looking at the cos(y) part and getting sin(y). They then plug in pi for delta(y) since it is zero elsewhere, resulting in a overall value of 0. The user also discusses their understanding of delta in integrals.
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Homework Statement


evaluate the intergral

Homework Equations

sorry about how this is going to look don't know the language to display nicely and wouldn't take my copy and pasteall integrals are form -infinity to infinity

(x^2+32*z^2)*cos(y)*e^(x-4*z) delta(x-1) delta (y-pi) delta(z-.25) dx, dy dz

The Attempt at a Solution

well i looked at just the cos(y) part and got sin(y) then for the delta i plugged in pi since it is zero elsewhere and that gives me a 0 overall and since it is all mulitplication that makes the whole integral o?

thats my take.

never really understood teh delta's in integrals
 
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[tex]\int_{-\infty}^{+\infty}dx\,f(x)\delta(x-a) = f(a)[/tex]
 
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ok. that makes sense. and kinda looks familiar now that i see it and makes the problem a little better.

thanks
 

FAQ: A triple integral involving deltas

What is a triple integral involving deltas?

A triple integral involving deltas is a mathematical concept that involves calculating the volume of a three-dimensional region using a triple integral and incorporating delta functions.

How is a triple integral involving deltas different from a regular triple integral?

A triple integral involving deltas includes delta functions in the integrand, which represent the density of a point mass at a specific location in the region being integrated. This allows for the inclusion of point masses in the calculation of the volume.

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A triple integral involving deltas can be used in physics and engineering to calculate the mass, charge, or energy distribution of a system. It can also be used in probability and statistics to calculate the probability of a point event occurring in a three-dimensional space.

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One strategy for solving a triple integral involving deltas is to first integrate over one variable, then use the delta function to eliminate another variable, and finally solve the remaining single integral. Another strategy is to use symmetry or geometric properties of the region to simplify the calculation.

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One limitation of using a triple integral involving deltas is that it can only be applied to regions with finite boundaries. Additionally, the calculation can become complex and time-consuming, especially for regions with irregular shapes or multiple delta functions.

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