Inverse Laplace Transforms without Prefix

In summary: However, the answer to the inverse problem will always be different. For the second homework equation, the tutor gave\frac {4e^-2t+3cos sqrt3t+2/sqrt3 sin sqrt3}{sqrt3}So, you would break it down like this:$$\frac {4e^-2t+3cos sqrt3t+2/sqrt3 sin sqrt3}{sqrt3}=\frac A {-2t+3cos sqrt3-1/sqrt3}+\frac B {cos sqrt3-1}+\frac C {sin sqrt3}$$For the second
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wozzers
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Homework Statement


find the partial fractions and thus the inverse of the following
6s^2-2s-11/(s-1)(s^2-1)

and

7s^2+8s+16/(s+2)(s^2+3)


Homework Equations



answer tutor gave for the fist one was 3e^2t + 3cosht + sinht
and second was 4e^-2t+3cos sqrt3t+ 2/sqrt3 sin sqrt3

The Attempt at a Solution




skipping a few steps for the first inverse transform i factored (s^2-1) to (s+1)(s-1) and got the following partial fractions

6s^2-2s-11=a/(s-2) + b/(s+1)(s-1) +c(s^2-1) and eventually was able to derive the 3e^-2t but struggled to get the other values

i didn't really no where to star with the 2nd one

please help
 
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  • #2
wozzers said:

Homework Statement


find the partial fractions and thus the inverse of the following
6s^2-2s-11/(s-1)(s^2-1)

and

7s^2+8s+16/(s+2)(s^2+3)


Homework Equations



answer tutor gave for the fist one was 3e^2t + 3cosht + sinht
and second was 4e^-2t+3cos sqrt3t+ 2/sqrt3 sin sqrt3

The Attempt at a Solution




skipping a few steps for the first inverse transform i factored (s^2-1) to (s+1)(s-1) and got the following partial fractions

6s^2-2s-11=a/(s-2) + b/(s+1)(s-1) +c(s^2-1) and eventually was able to derive the 3e^-2t but struggled to get the other values

i didn't really no where to star with the 2nd one

please help

The first one you should break into$$
\frac A {s+1} + \frac B {s-2} + \frac C {(s-1)^2}$$
The second would be like this:$$
\frac A {s+2} +\frac{Bs+C}{s^2+3}$$
 
  • #3
LCKurtz said:
The first one you should break into$$
\frac A {s+1} + \frac B {s-2} + \frac C {(s-1)^2}$$
The second would be like this:$$
\frac A {s+2} +\frac{Bs+C}{s^2+3}$$

i put in the wrong transform for the first one it is 6s^2-2s-11/(s-2)(s^2-1)
 
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wozzers said:
i put in the wrong transform for the first one it is 6s^2-2s-11/(s-2)(s^2-1)

So factor the rest of the way to 3 linear factors in the denominator.
 
  • #5
wozzers said:

Homework Statement


find the partial fractions and thus the inverse of the following
6s^2-2s-11/(s-1)(s^2-1)

and

7s^2+8s+16/(s+2)(s^2+3)


Homework Equations



answer tutor gave for the fist one was 3e^2t + 3cosht + sinht
and second was 4e^-2t+3cos sqrt3t+ 2/sqrt3 sin sqrt3

The Attempt at a Solution




skipping a few steps for the first inverse transform i factored (s^2-1) to (s+1)(s-1) and got the following partial fractions

6s^2-2s-11=a/(s-2) + b/(s+1)(s-1) +c(s^2-1) and eventually was able to derive the 3e^-2t but struggled to get the other values

i didn't really no where to star with the 2nd one

please help

For the first one: what you have written--when read using standard priority rules--is
[tex] 6s^2 - 2s - \frac{11}{(s-1)(s^2-1)}, \text{ or possibly }
6s^2 - 2s - \frac{11}{s-1} (s^2-1),[/tex] depending on whether you interpret a/bc as a/(bc) or as (a/b)c. (Some computer algebra systems may use one interpretation, and some may use the other.) However, possibly you really meant
[tex]\frac{6s^2 - 2s - 11}{(s-1)(s^2-1)}. [/tex] To make thing clear, please use brackets, like this: (6s^2 - 2s - 11)/[(s-1)(s^2-1)].

RGV
 
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{6s^2 - 2s - 11}/(s-2)(s^2-1)}. the problem i have is breaking it down to its partial fractions
 
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wozzers said:
{6s^2 - 2s - 11}/(s-2)(s^2-1)}. the problem i have is breaking it down to its partial fractions

$$\frac {6s^2-2s-11}{(s-2)(s+1)(s-1)}=\frac A {s-2}+\frac B {s+1}+\frac C {s-1}$$
 
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yes i thought that was the way but i just don't seem to get the answer my tutor has given i can get one of the numbers the 3e^2t but i can't find 3cosht and 4sinht
 
  • #9
wozzers said:
yes i thought that was the way but i just don't seem to get the answer my tutor has given i can get one of the numbers the 3e^2t but i can't find 3cosht and 4sinht

Remember that if you are getting answers with ##e^t## and ##e^{-t}##, you answers may be equivalent to answers in terms of ##\cosh t## and ##\sinh t##.
 

FAQ: Inverse Laplace Transforms without Prefix

What is an inverse Laplace transform?

An inverse Laplace transform is a mathematical operation that allows you to find the original function from its Laplace transform. It is the reverse process of Laplace transform.

Why do we need inverse Laplace transforms?

Inverse Laplace transforms are important in the field of mathematics and engineering because they allow us to solve differential equations, which are used to model real-world phenomena. By finding the inverse Laplace transform, we can find the original function and understand the behavior of the system.

How is an inverse Laplace transform calculated?

The inverse Laplace transform is calculated using the Laplace transform table, which contains pairs of functions and their corresponding Laplace transforms. By comparing the given Laplace transform to the table, we can determine the inverse Laplace transform.

What are the properties of inverse Laplace transforms?

The main properties of inverse Laplace transforms include linearity, time shifting, differentiation, integration, and convolution. These properties allow us to manipulate the inverse Laplace transform and solve more complex problems.

What are some applications of inverse Laplace transforms?

Inverse Laplace transforms have various applications in mathematics, engineering, and physics. They are used to model systems in control theory, signal processing, and circuit analysis. They are also used in solving differential equations in areas such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and quantum mechanics.

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