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contour integration

[/ˈkɒntʊər ˌɪntɪˈɡreɪʃən/]
noun
integração de contorno
1. A method in complex analysis for evaluating integrals along a path in the complex plane, utilizing the residue theorem and properties of analytic functions
Contour integration is a powerful technique for computing real integrals that are difficult to evaluate using standard calculus methods.
A integração de contorno é uma técnica poderosa para calcular integrais reais que são difíceis de avaliar usando métodos de cálculo padrão.
2. The process of integrating a complex-valued function along a closed or open curve in the complex plane
Using contour integration, we can evaluate the integral of the function around a semicircular path in the upper half-plane.
Usando integração de contorno, podemos avaliar a integral da função ao redor de um caminho semicircular no semiplano superior.
Synonyms
complex integrationresidue integrationpath integration in the complex plane

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
integração de contorno
Standard term used in Brazilian mathematics education
Portugal
integração de contorno
Standard term used in Portuguese mathematics education

Related Idioms & Phrases

residue theorem
Cauchy's integral formula
pole and residue analysis
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