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Introduction to Scaling
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Today, we're going to explore the concept of scaling in the context of Fourier series. Can anyone tell me what happens to a signal when we scale it in time?
I think it changes the speed or the period of the signal.
Exactly! Time scaling affects the period. If we scale a signal x(t) by a factor of alpha, how do you think the period changes?
The new period should be T_0 divided by alpha.
Correct! So if the original period is T_0, the new period T_0' will indeed be T_0 / alpha. This leads us to understand how the angular frequency omega relates to the scaling. What does the new angular frequency become?
Is it alpha times omega_0?
That's right! The new fundamental angular frequency becomes omega_0' = alpha * omega_0. Understanding these relationships will help us grasp the broader implications of scaling.
In summary, when we scale a signal, we adjust the period and frequency, but the Fourier coefficients themselves remain unchanged. This means the coefficients continue to describe the amplitudes, but they apply to new frequency ranges.
Effects of Scaling on Frequency
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Now, letβs delve deeper into what happens to the frequency components of the signal when we scale it. What do you think happens to the frequency of the Fourier coefficients?
Do those frequencies also change?
Yes, exactly! If we have Fourier coefficients c_k for the original signal x(t), for the scaled signal x(alpha * t), those coefficients still remain c_k, but they're now associated with new frequencies. Can anyone explain how the relationship works?
The new frequencies would be k multiplied by alpha times omega_0.
Right! The Fourier coefficients apply to frequencies k * (alpha * omega_0). So, if we speed up the signal by scaling with alpha greater than 1, we push the frequency components to higher frequencies. Conversely, scaling by a factor less than 1 stretches the signal and brings those frequencies down. What practical implications could this have?
It might affect how sound waves are perceived or how signals are processed in telecommunications!
Absolutely! The time-scaling of signals holds vital importance in various engineering applications, especially in signal processing. Remember, even though the coefficients donβt change, their application in terms of frequency does.
Applications of Time Scaling
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Letβs look at how the concept of time scaling can be applied in real-world scenarios. Can anyone give me an example where understanding time scaling is crucial?
In music, when you change the speed of a track, it sounds different, right?
Exactly! When music is sped up, not only does it get higher in pitch, but the frequencies represented shift to higher values. This is a clear application of time scaling. Any other fields where this plays a significant role?
In telecommunications, adjusting signal frequencies for transmission!
Great example! Telecommunication systems often need to adjust the time scale of signals to match the desired transmission frequencies for effective communication.
In summary, time scaling plays a vital role in understanding how signals behave under various transformations, and maintaining the understanding of Fourier coefficientsβ associations with new frequency scales is crucial in these practical applications.
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In the context of Fourier Series, the section outlines how time scaling affects the fundamental period, angular frequency, and the frequency at which Fourier coefficients are applied, while the coefficients themselves remain unchanged.
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Detailed Summary
In this section, we discuss the concept of time scaling for periodic signals described by their Fourier series. When a periodic signal x(t) with Fourier series coefficients c_k is scaled in time by a factor of alpha (i.e., x(alpha * t), where alpha > 0), it leads to significant changes in the signal's characteristics. The fundamental period of the new signal becomes T_0' = T_0 / alpha and the new angular frequency is given by omega_0' = alpha * omega_0. Importantly, the Fourier coefficients themselves remain the same (c_k), but they are now associated with the new frequencies (k * alpha * omega_0). This means that time-scaling compresses or stretches the signal in the time domain, leading to an expansion or compression of the frequency components. For example, if alpha > 1, the signal is compressed in time and its frequency components are pushed to higher frequencies, while if alpha < 1, the signal is stretched, pulling the frequency components to lower frequencies. This property provides crucial insights into signal processing and the frequency response of systems.
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Detailed Explanation of the Scaling Property
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This property is slightly nuanced for Fourier Series compared to the Fourier Transform. While the numerical values of the coefficients c_k are unchanged, the frequencies at which these coefficients occur are scaled. For instance, the original k-th harmonic at frequency k * omega_0 now appears at k * (alpha * omega_0) in the scaled signal. This means that speeding up a signal (alpha > 1) compresses its time-domain waveform but expands its spectrum (pushes harmonics to higher frequencies). Conversely, slowing down a signal (alpha < 1) stretches its time-domain waveform and compresses its spectrum (pulls harmonics to lower frequencies).
Detailed Explanation
When we apply time scaling to a signal, we need to understand the effect it has not just on the signal itself, but also on its Fourier representation. The Fourier coefficients c_k, which signify the contribution of each harmonic to the overall signal, remain unchanged in value. What changes are the frequencies at which these coefficients 'appear'. For example, if you have a particular frequency corresponding to the k-th harmonic as k * omega_0, this frequency gets new significance when the signal is scaled. After scaling, this frequency shifts to k * (alpha * omega_0). Thus, with a larger alpha (speeding the signal up), the frequencies that make up the signal are now higher. When we slow down the signal (alpha < 1), the harmonic frequencies decrease. This scaling effectively means we are manipulating the spectrum of the signal while the coefficients that describe the signal's shape stay the same.
Examples & Analogies
Think about a bouncing ball on a trampoline. If you bounce the ball quickly (speeding up your bouncing or compressing time), the ball reaches higher heights in a shorter time; its motion appears sharper and the frequency of its bounces increases. However, if you take your time while bouncing (slowing down), the ball takes longer to reach each height, and the frequency of the bounces is lower. Although the height of each bounce (the shape of the signal) remains the same in a sense, the experience changes β you see it bouncing faster or slower which corresponds to the frequencies being affected by time scaling.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Time Scaling: Reducing or stretching the period of a periodic signal by a scaling factor alters its angular frequency.
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Fourier Coefficients: The coefficients remain unchanged in value but shift in their association with frequency upon scaling.
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Fundamental Period: The period shifts inversely with the scaling factor used.
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Frequency Shifting: Modulated frequencies correspond to the scaled time variable.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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If a signal with a period of 2 seconds is scaled by a factor of 2, the new period becomes 1 second.
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If a signal's fundamental angular frequency is 1 Hz, scaling with alpha = 3 changes it to 3 Hz.
Memory Aids
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π΅ Rhymes Time
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When time is compressed, frequencies grow high, / Stretch it out wide, and frequencies sigh.
π Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a rubber band: when you pull it tight (compressing time), it vibrates fast. When you stretch it (expanding time), it vibrates slow.
π§ Other Memory Gems
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To remember scaling properties, think 'S.F.F.' - 'Scaling Factor Frequencies' to recall how coefficients shift with scaling.
π― Super Acronyms
T.F.F. - Time scales Fourier Frequencies; use this to recall the relationship between time scaling and frequency adjustment.
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Term: Time Scaling
Definition:
The process of changing the time variable in a signal, resulting in modifications to the signal's period and frequency but not its Fourier coefficients.
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Term: Fourier Coefficients
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Complex values that represent the amplitudes of the harmonics in a Fourier series expansion of a signal.
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Term: Angular Frequency
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Refers to frequency in terms of radians per second, denoting how quickly the periodic function oscillates.
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Term: Fundamental Period
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The duration of one cycle in a periodic signal; it is inversely related to the frequency.