How can I find the interpolation error when I use INTERP in the Signal Processing Toolbox?

H
Holden · Mar 22, 2021 · 2.2K views
Question
I was wondering if there was a way to calculate interpolation error when using INTERP in the Signal Processing Toolbox.  
Expert Answer
Profile picture of John Michell
John Michell PhD Expert
Answered Nov 20, 2025
One way to find the interpolation error given the following:
 
 
t = 0:0.001:1; % Time vector

x = sin(2*pi*30*t) + sin(2*pi*60*t);

r = 4;

y = interp(x,r);

is to use:

e = x - y(1:r:end);

"e" is the difference between the original data, "x", and the interpolated data, "y", at the original discrete times.

Have a different question? Ask here

Get a Free Consultation or a Sample Assignment Review!