Complex Exponential: What is e^jw∞?

In summary, e^jw∞ is a complex exponential that represents the magnitude and phase of a sinusoidal signal at an infinitely large frequency. It is commonly used in signal processing to represent the frequency response of a system or a signal, and has applications in various fields such as physics, engineering, and mathematics. It cannot have a real value and is a fundamental concept in mathematics, closely related to the complex plane and with connections to many mathematical concepts.
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what is e[tex]^{jw\infty}[/tex] ?
 
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You cannot define it in the complex plane, since oo is not a complex number. You may

want to work on the Riemann sphere, or something, if you want to work with the log,

tho I don't see how to do so at this point. e^z must be defined in terms of a branch

of logz , to be well-defined, in the sense of being single-valued, among other things.

Since logz is not even defined in the whole complex plane, you cannot define a logz

to be analytic in the extended complex plane
 

FAQ: Complex Exponential: What is e^jw∞?

What is e^jw∞ and how is it related to a complex exponential?

e^jw∞ is a complex exponential that represents the magnitude and phase of a sinusoidal signal at an infinitely large frequency. It is related to a complex exponential by the Euler's formula, where e^jw represents a complex number with a magnitude of 1 and a phase of w.

How is e^jw∞ used in signal processing?

e^jw∞ is commonly used in signal processing to represent the frequency response of a system or a signal. It can also be used to analyze the behavior of a system at very high frequencies, such as in the case of filters or amplifiers.

Can e^jw∞ have a real value?

No, e^jw∞ is a complex number and cannot have a real value. Its real part is equal to cos(w∞), which is always equal to either 1 or -1, depending on the value of w.

What is the significance of e^jw∞ in mathematics?

e^jw∞ is a fundamental concept in mathematics, as it is closely related to the complex plane and has connections to many mathematical concepts such as Fourier series, Laplace transforms, and the Riemann zeta function.

Can e^jw∞ be used in other fields besides signal processing?

Yes, e^jw∞ has applications in various fields such as physics, engineering, and mathematics. It is commonly used in the analysis of oscillatory phenomena, as well as in the study of differential equations and complex variables.

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