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The chapter explores the Dirac Delta Function and its applications in engineering, particularly through the use of Laplace Transforms. It defines the Dirac Delta Function as a mathematical abstraction employed to model instantaneous signals and demonstrates how to compute its Laplace Transform. Moreover, real-world applications across various engineering fields are highlighted, emphasizing the function's utility in simplifying complex differential equations into more manageable forms.
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- The Dirac Delta Function mo...
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What we have learnt
- The Dirac Delta Function models instantaneous inputs.
- The Laplace Transform of δ(t − a) is e^(−as).
- It is widely used to solve systems with impulse inputs in engineering.
- The delta function simplifies mathematical modeling of physical phenomena that involve sudden changes or inputs.
- Using Laplace Transform, complex differential equations with δ(t) become algebraic, making solutions easier to obtain.
Key Concepts
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Term: Dirac Delta Function
Definition: A generalized function that represents an impulse or instantaneous input, defined such that it is zero everywhere except at a single point where it is infinite, with the area under the curve equal to one.
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Term: Laplace Transform
Definition: A mathematical transformation that converts a time-domain function into a frequency-domain representation, making it simpler to analyze linear time-invariant systems.
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Term: Sifting Property
Definition: The property of the Dirac Delta Function that allows it to 'sample' a function at a specific point, meaning that the integral of a function multiplied by the delta function yields the value of the function at the location of the delta.
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Term: Impulse Response
Definition: The output of a system when subjected to an impulse input, used in system dynamics analysis to understand system characteristics.