11. Laplace Transform of Periodic Functions
The chapter delves into the Laplace Transform of periodic functions, emphasizing its significance in analyzing systems with periodic behavior in engineering. It explains the derivation of the Laplace Transform formula for periodic functions and provides practical examples including square waves and sawtooth waves. Furthermore, it outlines applications of this transform in various engineering fields and reinforces key properties associated with periodic functions.
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What we have learnt
- The Laplace Transform facilitates the analysis of periodic functions within engineering contexts.
- A periodic function is defined by its repeating nature and can be transformed using a specific formula involving integration over one period.
- This transform has wide-ranging applications, including electrical engineering, control systems, and mechanical vibrations.
Key Concepts
- -- Periodic Functions
- Functions that repeat their values at regular intervals or periods.
- -- Laplace Transform
- A mathematical operation that transforms a function of time into a function of a complex variable.
- -- Periodic Signals
- Signals that repeat over time and can be analyzed using the Laplace Transform to simplify systems analysis.
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