How Does the Residue Theorem Help in Analyzing Plane Wave Interference?

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The discussion focuses on using the residue theorem to analyze the interference of plane waves represented by a specific integral involving wave amplitudes. The integral includes a delta function that constrains the frequency, prompting questions about the integration limits and the potential need for a Fourier transform. Participants express confusion regarding the interpretation of the delta function in the context of the integral. There is a suggestion to tackle the integral over frequency first to simplify the analysis. Overall, the thread seeks guidance on applying the residue theorem effectively in this scenario.
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Homework Statement


I have to show that the interference of plane waves: f^{(\pm)}(\vec r,t)=\int \frac {d^3k}{(2\pi)^{3/2}}\int \frac {d\omega}{(2\pi)^{1/2}}e^{i(\vec k \cdot \vec r - \omega t)}\tilde f^{(\pm)}(\vec k, \omega)

where the amplitudes are given as: \tilde f^{(\pm)}(\vec k, \omega)=\frac {2\delta(\omega-\omega_0)}{k^2-(\omega\pm i\delta)^2/c^2}
is a spherical wave of the form: f^{(\pm)}(\vec r, t)=\frac{1}{r}e^{-i\omega_0(t\mp r/c)}

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They recommend that I use the residue theorem.

The Attempt at a Solution


I thought about doing some sort of coordinate transformation.
What are the integration limits? They weren't given, do I have to figure those out?
Would it be useful to do a Fourier transform of the amplitudes?

Any tips to get me started are really appreciated. (I get confused when I look at the integral)

Alex
 
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Thought about it. I guess I should do the integral over d\omega first, but what is the meaning of this \delta in (ω±iδ)^2/c^2 I know that it's the delta function when it has some argument but there it hasn't.
 
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