Integrating smooth periodic functions

· John Cook · June 4, 2026, 5:23 p.m.
integration Math mathematics functions Analysis integration
Summary
This blog post explores the function f(x) = cos(sin(x) + x), specifically its periodicity and flatness at odd multiples of π, noting that its first five derivatives are zero, which offers unique insights into its integration and behavior.
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