Inverse Laplace Transform of (1/(s+s^3))?

In summary, the conversation was about finding the inverse laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)). The person asking for help tried looking it up on wolframalpha and got 1-cos(t) as the answer, but did not understand how it was derived. They also attempted to use partial fractions but it did not work out. Another person suggested trying partial fractions again and the first person realized they had made a mistake in their initial attempt.
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Homework Statement



What is the inverse laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3))?

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The Attempt at a Solution



I looked it up on wolframalpha and got 1-cos(t), but I don't understand how they got that answer. I looked up a basic laplace transform chart and didn't see anything that matched; also thought of using partial fractions to simplify it but that didn't work out.
 
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rAInMo9 said:

Homework Statement



What is the inverse laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3))?

Homework Equations



The Attempt at a Solution



I looked it up on wolframalpha and got 1-cos(t), but I don't understand how they got that answer. I looked up a basic laplace transform chart and didn't see anything that matched; also thought of using partial fractions to simplify it but that didn't work out.

I think you should try partial fractions again. It works out pretty easily that way. Show us what you did.
 
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Haha...I just realized I did my partial fraction decomposition wrong the first time -______- So mad...Thanks for the help!
 

FAQ: Inverse Laplace Transform of (1/(s+s^3))?

1. What is the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3))?

The inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)) is given by the expression 1/3*(e^(-t) - cos(t) + sin(t)).

2. How do you solve for the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3))?

To solve for the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)), we first use partial fraction decomposition to rewrite the expression as 1/(s(s+1)(s^2+1)). Then, we use known Laplace transform pairs and properties to simplify and solve for the inverse transform.

3. What is the significance of the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3))?

The inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)) represents the time-domain solution to a system described by the Laplace transform (1/(s+s^3)). It is commonly used in control theory and signal processing to analyze and design systems.

4. Can the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)) be expressed in a different form?

Yes, the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)) can be expressed in different forms depending on the initial conditions and specific system parameters. Some common forms include a piecewise function, a trigonometric function, or a combination of exponential and trigonometric functions.

5. Are there any applications of the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)) in real-world problems?

Yes, the inverse Laplace transform of (1/(s+s^3)) has various applications in fields such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and physics. It can be used to analyze and design systems, model physical phenomena, and solve differential equations in these fields.

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