29.13 - Spectral Decomposition (For Symmetric Matrices)
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Define a symmetric matrix.
💡 Hint: Think of how symmetry works in a matrix. What does it mean to equal its transpose?
What does the term 'orthogonal matrix' mean?
💡 Hint: Remember the definition of orthogonality. What property does it maintain?
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What is spectral decomposition?
💡 Hint: Remember how we break down symmetric matrices!
True or False: All eigenvalues of a symmetric matrix are complex.
💡 Hint: Think about the properties of symmetric matrices.
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Given the symmetric matrix A = [[4, 1], [1, 3]], calculate the spectral decomposition, determine its eigenvalues, and explain the role of each in context.
💡 Hint: Start with finding eigenvalues through the determinant!
How does the decomposition of a stress tensor reinforce the application of spectral decomposition in engineering contexts? Provide a detailed explanation.
💡 Hint: Think about the physical implications of stress in structures!
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