Cross-Spectrum Analysis
Compare relationships between two independent signals
Mathematical Summary: In-Phase Signals
When the input signals x(t) and y(t) share the same frequency and phase, their relationship in the frequency domain is defined by the following characteristics:
- • Phase Alignment: The Fourier Transforms X(f) and Y(f) possess identical phase angles.
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Real Cross-Spectrum: The Cross-Spectrum formula
Sxy = X ⋅ Y*becomes purely real because the complex conjugates cancel out the phase difference. -
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Zero Phase Calculation: Since the imaginary component is zero:
angle(Sxy) = arctan(0 / re) = 0°
Engineering Insight: In practical applications (like structural health monitoring or acoustics), a 0° phase at a dominant frequency confirms that there is zero latency or delay between the two sensors.