Partitioning Using PAQ.

Abstract

The so-called PAQ problem is concerned with the solution of sparse systems of linear equations AX = b using the transformation PAQy = Pb, x = Qy. An algorithm is given for choosing P and Q to partition the matrix A into its irreducible components. A theorem on which this algorithm is based has long been known, yet no simple, easily understood proof appears in the literature. Such a proof is given here. Remarks are made concerning some unsolved problems related to the PAQ problem.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA015089

Entities

People

  • Thomas D. Howell

Organizations

  • Department of Computer Science, Cornell University

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  • Algorithms
  • Equations
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  • Mathematics

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