Improving the Reliability of Factor Analysis of Chemical Data by Utilizing the Measured Analytical Uncertainty.
Abstract
A procedure for including measured analytical uncertainty into data analysis methodology is discussed. The suitability of various dispersion matrices and matrix rank determination criteria for data having analytical uncertainty is investigated. A criterion useful for judging the number of factors insensitive to analytical uncertainty is presented. A model data structure for investigating the behavior of factor analysis techniques is described and analyzed. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 01, 1976
- Accession Number
- ADA025951
Entities
People
- B. R. Kowalski
- D. L. Duewer
- J. L. Fasching
Organizations
- University of Washington