Fourier Transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0

In summary: I just had to rationalize the denominator.In summary, the Fourier transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) such that t≥0 is A/(1+i*2*∏*f). To simplify complex numbers, combine the terms and factor the denominator by rationalizing it.
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Homework Statement


I need to find the Fourier transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) such that t≥0.


Homework Equations


∫v(t)*e(-j*2*∏*f*t)dt,t,0,∞)


The Attempt at a Solution



∫v(t)*e(-j*2*∏*f*t)dt,t,0,∞)=A/(4*f2*∏2+1)-i*(2*A*f*∏)/(4*f2*∏2+1)

the answer should be A/(1+i*2*∏*f). It seems like this problem should be straight forward so I'm wondering if I'm just missing an identity of some sort or something? This is actually only one part of the problem but I know how to get the rest of the answer once I get this part done.
 
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Ok so I realize these are the same answer, but how do I simplify complex numbers like the one I got in my answer? I've been trying to multiply it by the complex conjugate but haven't been getting much luck :/
 
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Combine the two terms and then factor the denominator.
 
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I've combined the two equations to get: (A-j*2*A*f*∏)/(1+4*f2*∏2) but it doesn't seem that the denominator can be factored at all. I can factor the numerator to get A*(1-j*2*f*∏)/(1+4*f2*∏2) but that doesn't seem to help me much yet.
 
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Oh I got it now
 

FAQ: Fourier Transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0

What is a Fourier Transform?

A Fourier Transform is a mathematical operation that decomposes a signal or function into its individual frequency components.

How do you calculate the Fourier Transform of a function?

To calculate the Fourier Transform of a function, you need to integrate the function with respect to frequency, as defined by the Fourier Transform formula.

What is the Fourier Transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0?

The Fourier Transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0 is a single frequency component at -1, with a magnitude of A.

What is the significance of t≥0 in the function v(t)=A*e(-t)?

The t≥0 signifies that the function is only defined for values of t greater than or equal to 0. This means that the function only exists in the positive time domain.

What is the physical interpretation of the Fourier Transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0?

The physical interpretation of the Fourier Transform of v(t)=A*e(-t) for t≥0 is that the function has a single frequency component at -1, which represents a decaying exponential signal with a magnitude of A. This signal can be used to model systems with damping or decay effects.

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