15.12.1 - Unit Step Function u(t−a)
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Define the Unit Step Function.
💡 Hint: Think about how this function is used to model sudden changes.
What is the formula for the Laplace transform of the Unit Step Function?
💡 Hint: Remember what the exponent represents in relation to time.
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What is the value of u(t−3) when t=2?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of the Unit Step Function.
The Laplace transform of u(t−a) is given by which formula?
💡 Hint: Think of how the exponential decay factor applies.
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A system experiences a load described by f(t) = 5u(t−2) + 3u(t−4). Find the Laplace Transform.
💡 Hint: Utilize the linearity property of the Laplace Transform.
Create a function that applies at t=5 and lasts until t=10 using Unit Step Functions.
💡 Hint: Think about how to depict the active window of a function.
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