Barycentric coordinate system
The barycentric coordinate system is a coordinate system used in a given triangle (or more generally, in a simplex in higher dimensions) to express the position of a point relative to the vertices of that triangle (or simplex). It is particularly useful in computer graphics, geometric modeling, and finite element analysis.
Basis (linear algebra)
In linear algebra, a **basis** is a set of vectors in a vector space that satisfies two key properties: 1. **Spanning**: The set of vectors spans the vector space, meaning that any vector in the space can be expressed as a linear combination of the vectors in the basis.
Basis function
A basis function is a fundamental component in various fields such as mathematics, statistics, and machine learning. It serves as a building block for constructing more complex functions or representations. Here are some key points about basis functions: 1. **Mathematical Definition**: In the context of functional analysis, a set of functions is considered a basis if any function in a certain function space can be expressed as a linear combination of those basis functions.
Bidiagonal matrix
A **bidiagonal matrix** is a specific type of square matrix that has non-zero elements only on the main diagonal and either the diagonal directly above or directly below it. In other words, it can be classified into two types: 1. **Upper Bidiagonal Matrix**: A square matrix where non-zero elements are present on the main diagonal and the diagonal right above the main diagonal.
Big M method
The Big M method is a technique used in linear programming, particularly in the context of the Simplex algorithm, to handle problems involving artificial variables and constraints. It is useful when formulating linear programs that include constraints which cannot be easily satisfied by the original feasible region or that are not straightforward to convert into standard forms.
Bra–ket notation
Bra-ket notation is a standard notation used in quantum mechanics to represent quantum states and their inner products. It was introduced by physicist Paul Dirac and is a part of his formulation of quantum mechanics. In bra-ket notation, a "ket" is denoted by the symbol \(|\psi\rangle\), where \(\psi\) represents a particular quantum state.
The Bunch–Nielsen–Sorensen formula, commonly referred to in the context of field theory and statistical mechanics, specifically pertains to the calculation of partition functions and other statistical properties of systems with various interactions. However, the specific details about this formula might not be widely documented or recognized under that name in mainstream literature.
CSS code
CSS, or Cascading Style Sheets, is a stylesheet language used to control the presentation and layout of HTML documents. It allows you to apply styles to web pages, including aspects such as colors, fonts, spacing, layout, and responsiveness. Here is a basic overview of CSS code and its structure: ### Components of CSS 1. **Selectors**: These target HTML elements that you want to style. For example, `h1`, `.class-name`, or `#id-name`.
Cartesian tensor
A Cartesian tensor, also known as a Cartesian coordinate tensor, is a mathematical object used in the field of physics and engineering to describe physical quantities in a way that is independent of the choice of coordinate system, as long as that system is Cartesian. In three-dimensional space, a Cartesian tensor can be represented with respect to a Cartesian coordinate system (x, y, z) and is described by its components.
Change of basis
Change of basis is a concept in linear algebra that involves converting coordinates of vectors from one basis to another. In simpler terms, every vector in a vector space can be expressed in terms of different sets of basis vectors. When we change the basis, we are essentially changing the way we describe vectors in that space. A basis for a vector space is a set of linearly independent vectors that span the space.
Characteristic polynomial
The characteristic polynomial is a polynomial that is derived from a square matrix and is used in linear algebra to provide important information about the matrix, particularly its eigenvalues.
Choi's theorem is an important result in the theory of completely positive (CP) maps in the context of operator algebras and quantum information theory. It provides a characterization of completely positive maps in terms of their action on matrices.
Coates graph
Coates graph is a specific type of graph in the field of graph theory. Typically, it refers to a particular construction utilized in the study of algebraic graphs, combinatorics, or more generally in various applications where a specific structural configuration is relevant. One notable property of Coates graphs is their connection with the study of specific kinds of graph properties, particularly those concerning distance, connectivity, and other structural features. Though details can vary, Coates graphs may be named after mathematician A.
Coefficient matrix
A coefficient matrix is a matrix formed from the coefficients of the variables in a system of linear equations. Each row of the matrix corresponds to an equation, and each column corresponds to a variable. For example, consider the following system of linear equations: 1. \( 2x + 3y = 5 \) 2.
Combinatorial matrix theory
Combinatorial matrix theory is a branch of mathematics that studies matrices through the lens of combinatorial concepts. This field combines elements from linear algebra, combinatorics, and graph theory to analyze the properties and structures of matrices, particularly focusing on their combinatorial aspects. Some of the key features and areas of study in combinatorial matrix theory include: 1. **Matrix Representations of Graphs**: Many combinatorial structures can be represented using matrices.
Commutation matrix
A commutation matrix, often denoted as \(C\), is a specific type of permutation matrix that is used in linear algebra, particularly in the context of vector and matrix operations. The primary role of the commutation matrix is to facilitate the rearrangement of the elements of a vector or to convert a matrix into a different form. ### Definition For a given vector or matrix, the commutation matrix rearranges the elements when it is multiplied by the vector or applied to the matrix.
Compressed sensing
Compressed sensing (CS) is a technique in signal processing that enables the reconstruction of a signal from a small number of samples. It leverages the idea that many signals are sparse or can be sparsely represented in some basis, meaning that they contain significant information in far fewer dimensions than they are originally represented in. ### Key Concepts of Compressed Sensing: 1. **Sparsity**: A signal is considered sparse if it has a representation in a transformed domain (e.g.
Computing the permanent
The permanent of a square matrix is a function that is somewhat similar to the determinant but differs in the signs of the terms involved.