Z-Transform Analysis of Discrete-Time Systems
This module covers the Z-Transform, a key mathematical tool for analyzing discrete-time signals and systems. It details how the Z-Transform simplifies the analysis of difference equations and system behavior in the Z-domain, explaining concepts like the Region of Convergence (ROC), inverse Z-Transform, and various properties of the Z-Transform. The relationship between the Z-Transform, the system function, and the Discrete-Time Fourier Transform (DTFT) is also explored, highlighting their significance in signal processing and system analysis.
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What we have learnt
- The Z-Transform is vital for converting discrete-time sequences into a complex-valued function for easier manipulation.
- Understanding the Region of Convergence (ROC) is crucial for applying the Z-Transform correctly and ensuring the uniqueness of the inverse transform.
- Key properties of the Z-Transform, such as linearity, time-shifting, and convolution, allow for efficient analysis and system design.
Key Concepts
- -- ZTransform
- A mathematical transformation that converts a discrete-time sequence into a complex-valued function of a complex variable.
- -- Region of Convergence (ROC)
- The set of values in the complex plane for which the Z-Transform converges. It is integral in determining the properties of the corresponding time-domain signal.
- -- Inverse ZTransform
- The process of converting the Z-Transform back into its original discrete-time sequence, often using methods like Partial Fraction Expansion.
- -- System Function
- The Z-Transform of the impulse response of a system, representing how the system modifies an input signal in the Z-domain.
- -- DiscreteTime Fourier Transform (DTFT)
- A frequency analysis tool for discrete-time signals derived from the Z-Transform by evaluating it on the unit circle.
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