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IMEXP

Returns Euler's number, e (~2.718) raised to a complex power.

EngineeringIMEXP(exponent)

The IMEXP function in Google Sheets returns Euler's number, e (~2.718), raised to a complex power. It's a key building block for working with complex exponentials in engineering and signal analysis. Dive into our comprehensive guide to master its application.

Parameters

  • exponent: The complex power to which e (~2.718) is raised.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using IMEXP with a real-valued complex power:

    • Example: =IMEXP(2)
    • Result: 7.389056099
  2. Using IMEXP with a full complex power:

    • Example: If A1 contains 1+2i, then =IMEXP(A1) will return e raised to the power of 1+2i, expressed as a complex number.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Complex Power Calculation: Calculate e (~2.718) raised to a complex power for engineering formulas.
  2. Exponential Growth: Analyze exponential growth or decay described by complex exponents.
  3. Signal Processing: Represent oscillating signals using complex exponential notation.

Related Functions

  • IMLN: Returns the natural logarithm of a complex number.
  • IMLOG10: Returns the base-10 logarithm of a complex number.
  • IMPOWER: Returns a complex number raised to a power.

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